AHMEDABAD MENTAL MAP

Project Details

THEME : DESIGN MODULE

CATEGORY: REPRESENTATION

COLLABORATOR: Indus University

DATE: Semester II/2018

In the heart of the creative crucible, 30 students embark on a captivating journey – an exploration of their mental landscapes, transmuted onto paper in intricate black ink strokes.

Assembled together, their drawings breathe life into the vibrant tapestry of East Ahmedabad, each A2 sheet concealing an entire microcosm.

The voyage commences at their doorstep, a solitary line tracing their daily path to the architecture department. On the expansive canvas of A2, they unveil their cityscape: landmarks etched, main streets captured, life interwoven, and traffic's ebb and flow scripted. These sketches blend plan and aerial perspective, a unique tapestry reflecting each student's perceptual lens.


FRAGMENTS OF STUDENTS WORK

Amidst the trial and error, lessons learned, and techniques honed, a collective intelligence emerges. This creative cohort melds their distinct memories, casting aside GPS and maps. The urban tapestry takes shape, an intricate web woven from disparate perceptions. Stitch by stitch, drafts harmonize, each contributing to the larger visual symphony.

As they forge ahead, each student fashions their individual A2 masterpiece – the city's fabric sewn together with inky strands. The only mandate: monochromatic unity, each line a tribute to the city they've captured.

Yet, it's more than mere artistry; it's democracy in design. Together, they mold the city's essence. Houses morph into elements of the complex, the symphony of the small harmonizing into the grander narrative. This creative orchestration underscores their shared social contract, a lesson in unity amidst diversity.

The significance of individual craftsmanship resonates as well, each small piece in the puzzle contributing to the overarching vision. As they laboriously assemble their fragments, they grasp the power of teamwork. Responsibility intertwines with deadlines, individual contributions are woven into the fabric of collaboration.

The final note arrives with digitalization, a bridge between analogue creativity and digital documentation. This transition fosters a dual learning journey, empowering students to wield both intuitive hand-crafted designs and digital prowess for presentation.

In the end, this exercise isn't just about maps or sketches; it's an odyssey of perception, unity, and skill. Their sketches whisper the stories of East Ahmedabad, echoing the collective memories and dreams of a creative cohort. Each ink stroke is a testament to their vision, unity, and mastery of the art of urban narrative.


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