"In an era marked by rapid urbanisation and greenfield development, India's cities are grappling with the challenge of vehicle-centric planning and a critical scarcity of genuine communal spaces. Against this backdrop, a cluster of defunct cotton mills has been given new life-and a new purpose. Formerly home to Lakshmi Mills, one of India's oldest yarn and fabric manufacturing companies, the iconic site at a major urban node is now the focal point of a massive redevelopment initiative."
"This project exemplifies the potential of adaptive reuse and placemaking, revitalising underutilised urban areas and fostering a deeper sense of connection between people and their cities."
Indian cities face rapid urbanisation and greenfield development, producing vehicle-centric planning and a critical scarcity of genuine communal spaces. A cluster of defunct cotton mills formerly housing Lakshmi Mills, one of India's oldest yarn and fabric manufacturers, occupies a major urban node. The site has undergone massive redevelopment into a revitalised mixed-use precinct. Adaptive reuse and placemaking principles guide the transformation, prioritising a people-centered public realm and stronger social connection. Revitalisation converts underutilised industrial fabric into accessible communal spaces, fostering social interaction and urban vitality. The redevelopment balances heritage retention with contemporary urban needs, linking historical identity to community use.
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