Recent Urban development in Bangladesh

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Navana Coronet, Rd 90, Gulshan-2 (10 FL + 2 BA)

P-143, Baily Road
Upcoming 14 storeyed commercial and residential building in Baily road

Plaza Central, Elephant Road

The Plaza Central in Dhaka | Ananta Real Estate Ltd.

 

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Some recent commercial properties completed by Navana

Navana DH Tower - Panthapath

Navana Pristine Pavilion - Gulshan Avenue

Navana FS Cosmo - Gulshan

 

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Navana R-46 commercial property - Gulshan

Navana R-53 Condo development, Gulshan

Navana R-11 Commercial Project - Gulshan

 

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It’d be cool if Dhaka can become the next Kuala Lumpur or reach that standard

 

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It’d be cool if Dhaka can become the next Kuala Lumpur or reach that standard

The newer parts are getting there, in another decade probably. The problem as always, was money and with that, the wish to live in better, more organized environments. But that will be changing. The local architects and urban planners are certainly qualified to lead that effort. In the last twenty years, I have seen a stark change in local capabilities of architectural design and urban planning standards too - which I follow closely.

Once we move the factories out of Dhaka (and the slums with it), Dhaka's face will radically change.

This is one of the newer smart city developments in progress - but this one was designed by Shanghai firm I believe. SHANGHAI HUADU ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN CO., LTD. (HDD).

 

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The newer parts are getting there, in another decade probably. The problem as always, was money and with that, the wish to live in better, more organized environments. But that will be changing. The local architects and urban planners are certainly qualified to lead that effort. In the last twenty years, I have seen a stark change in local capabilities of architectural design and urban planning standards too - which I follow closely.

Once we move the factories out of Dhaka (and the slums with it), Dhaka's face will radically change.

This is one of the newer smart city developments in progress - but this one was designed by Shanghai firm I believe. SHANGHAI HUADU ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN CO., LTD. (HDD).

I really enjoy urban development and architecture so it's pretty amazing to see how Bangladesh is becoming the first South Asian country to follow the East Asian path of development while Dhaka is starting to follow some of the same urban planning principles and finally break the mold of the "chaotic" South Asian city.

That video definitely looks like one of the newer Chinese cities. It reminds me of the CBD of Zhengzhou in Hefei province with the circular designs.

 

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I really enjoy urban development and architecture so it's pretty amazing to see how Bangladesh is becoming the first South Asian country to follow the East Asian path of development while Dhaka is starting to follow some of the same urban planning principles and finally break the mold of the "chaotic" South Asian city.

That video definitely looks like one of the newer Chinese cities. It reminds me of the CBD of Zhengzhou in Hefei province with the circular designs.

Yes - I don't know how big a firm HDD is in Shanghai, but they are planning multiple smart city projects in Dhaka and almost all of them look like this circular planned CBD walkable core area with surrounding residential complexes. This is a common idea for modern smart cities that have been implemented in some ASEAN countries, I heard of one near S'pore in Malaysia's southern tip.

The Zhengzhou CBD scale is in another magnitude again, much bigger than ones in Dhaka. Looks gorgeous.

 

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The newer parts are getting there, in another decade probably. The problem as always, was money and with that, the wish to live in better, more organized environments. But that will be changing. The local architects and urban planners are certainly qualified to lead that effort. In the last twenty years, I have seen a stark change in local capabilities of architectural design and urban planning standards too - which I follow closely.

Once we move the factories out of Dhaka (and the slums with it), Dhaka's face will radically change.

This is one of the newer smart city developments in progress - but this one was designed by Shanghai firm I believe. SHANGHAI HUADU ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN CO., LTD. (HDD).

That's the key, if we can move the bulk of the factories out of Dhaka to specific areas like the SEZ's then you'll see major changes. Just look at the Tejgaon Industrial Area next to Gulshan and Hatirzil its ripe for redevelopment (big factories with large plots of land).

 

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That's the key, if we can move the bulk of the factories out of Dhaka to specific areas like the SEZ's then you'll see major changes. Just look at the Tejgaon Industrial Area next to Gulshan and Hatirzil its ripe for redevelopment (big factories with large plots of land).

Yes exactly - Tejgaon is already seeing redevelopment from industrial plots to commercial, it started near where Tejgaon borders Hatirjheel Lakefront Parkways area.

These two by Shanta Holdings at that area are already being close to finishing stage.

Shanta Pinnacle Mid-rise (the tower on the left in the image below) is the second tallest building approved for commercial use in Dhaka so far with parking facilities for 376 cars and an 80-foot wide front road in Tejgaon, Dhaka.

The tower was approved for construction in September 2018, and is scheduled to be completed by December 2022. The tower is owned by Shanta Holdings Limited. The skyscraper is the first in Dhaka to undergo a wind tunnel test, and was designed by local firm EK Architects (Ar. Ehsan Khan). It is designed as a LEED-certified green building, with a double-glazed unitized facade system for energy efficiency[4] and an intelligent Building Management System.[5]

To note - there are several smart cities under construction in Purbachal and at a minimum those cities will have common buildings as tall as this one. The proposed Bangabandhu tower will top a hundred stories but that is still at planning stage.

 

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National Museum Complex Dhaka near Shahbagh area - as it exists currently.

The renovation planned...

Coordinated Complex of Public Libraries and National Museum at Shahbag | DCON CUBE JV​

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Proposed Coordinated Complex of Public Libraries and National Museum at Shahbag © DCON CUBE JV

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Name:	Joint venture of Cubeinside Design Ltd. and Dcon Design Studio
Year:	2017
Location:	Shahbag, Dhaka
Client:	Department of Public Library and Bangladesh National Museum

Following is the wining proposal for coordinated complex of Department of Public Library and Bangladesh National Museum at Shahbag, Dhaka.

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Through placemaking we can collectively shape our public realm to maximize shared value. Placemaking facilitates creative patterns of activities and connections in terms of cultural, social and ecological that defines a place and supports its ongoing evolution. The main goal of the proposed design is to create a place that has both a strong sense of community and a comfortable image for all aged people, as well as a setting, activities and uses that collectively add up to something more than the sum of its often simple parts by celebrating the institution of life through democratic participation of the entire city.
When understanding the concept of ‘institution of life’, the first question that derives is ‘what does a library and a museum do?’ Such institution contributes to the society and spread the light of knowledge among people of all age. This enlighten the society through its intellectual attributes which as a whole becomes the institution of life.
Proposed Masterplan ( at Plaza level) © DCON CUBE JV


© DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JV
Shahbag as a public place has historical, cultural and political significance. The national museum and public library are located at the gateway of this place. So, in the proposal, spatial democracy has been envisaged by providing easy accessibility and freedom of movement through spaces and their connections. Most importantly, the project is designed to create a multi-scalar, harmonious relationship within the site (between the library and museum buildings) , then with the local place and finally with the entire city and its people.
The existing museum stands as a monumental icon of the city as well as of the nation. While developing a vision for co-ordinated complex, the challenge was to add new built forms for public library and archival functions around the museum block without compromising the monumental nature of the project.
© DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JVWater court © DCON CUBE JVWater court © DCON CUBE JV

The site originally has the existing museum located at the north. The structure of the museum is kept as it is; instead the functions of the central court are being relocated to enhance the quality of space. An elongated library building has been placed at the south of the site with the ventilation and perforation to achieve maximum daylights and air in order to serve the required functions. The plaza and the open space connects to the museum that floats on a water body to which the annex building is connected. The annex building is functioning as storage facility for the complex. The idea to place the annex building to the west is to cut down the maximum heat from west. Large void has been inserted in the annex building in such a manner to ensure the north south ventilation through the void. The annex and museum has been fused with large water body and amphitheatre with a auditorium beneath.
Open spaces connecting one built form to another provide more breathing spaces and visual connectivity, hence ensure better indoor-outdoor relationship. Large slope of green has been introduced with the city face to create a smooth and flowing landscape which may serve the user for relaxing and casual gathering. Thus it offers a soft and lively urban public space.
The central plaza © DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JVLibrary building facing the central plaza © DCON CUBE JVCircular court in the central plaza © DCON CUBE JV

Plaza as a central element: A central plaza connecting the library and museum buildings holds a central court where people can gather. This is a space for celebrations where social and intellectual exchanges occur and cultures mix takes place.
Cultural corridor: This co-ordinated complex will host cultural activities that take place in this area such as Pohela boishakh, Boshonto boron, FIlm festival, Boi mela and many more. It will become the stage for celebrating urban cultural life, simultaneously perform as a focal point of the central cultural hub for the nation.
Linkage with surroundings:. The permeable edge of the complex provides visual and physical access for the pedestrian, hence encourage public interaction within the site. Its linkage with the surrounding important places such as Dhaka University Campus, Museum of independence, Bangla Academy has created an unique opportunity for the place to become an extended platform for sharing the cultural and intellectual ideas.
Interior of the public library © DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JVe-library © DCON CUBE JV
Reincarnation of the rural lifestyle: The circular court in the central plaza is a metaphor of rural gathering place surrounding a large banyan tree. Functionally this works as a place for public events and social gathering .
Interpretation of the riverine territory: The use of water in the design is to portray the riverine territory of Bangladesh which adds to the environmental value of the site. This water court serves to minimize the heat level by creating a micro-climate.
House of multi-disciplinary events: The outdoor spaces play a pivotal role in serving the locality and its people by hosting multi-events such as, exhibitions, mela, haat and other forms of cultural activities.
Layering of user realm: In the design, the ground layer is used for vehicular movement, parking and administrative offices. The pedestrian movements are in two different layers which do not allow the functions to overlap. The first floor has been dedicated to the plaza which united the built forms and transformed it into a public gathering and sharing spaces.
Museum central lobby © DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JVMuseum gallery © DCON CUBE JV© DCON CUBE JV

Effective placemaking and identity design happens in collaboration with the people who live in, work in or use the space. At its best, it is a transformative design process that inspires people to create and improve the places where they live, work, learn, exchange, play, and gather. In conclusion, the main motto of the design is to bring people and the city under one platform to celebrate the ‘institution of life’ which is rooted in the culture and heritage of Bangladesh.

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Project credit:
Design
Khandaker Ashifuzzaman, Md. Shakhawat Hossain, Arif-uz-zaman
Team leader
Abu Anas Faisal
Design Team
Md. Sharifuzzaman, Ahmed Firoz Ul Hoque, Md. Rakibul Alam
Design Associates
Onie Khandaker, Imran Hasan, Anika Tabassum, Kazi Asadullaj Al Emran, Niloy Nath, Md. Farzad Ghani Azmi, Rakesh Sharma, Usama Ibn Anwar, MH Masud, Sajjat Hossain
Visualization & Post production
Arif-uz-zaman

 

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Why colored drawings of building's instead of photos of buildings
Actual Photos would help not architects colored presentations.

 

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Why colored drawings of building's instead of photos of buildings
Actual Photos would help not architects colored presentations.

Please educate yourself on what an architectural CGI render is and how buildings are designed in stages. Photos will be shared as they become available after buildings get completed.

 

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