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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸ್ಥಳಗಳನ್ನು ಪುನರುಜ್ಜೀವಿತಗೊಳಿಸುವುದು

BLR-110

75-Pulikeshinagar

Area / Length:

200 sqm

Main access road:

Bore Bank Road

Nominee:

MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology, School of Architecture, Bengaluru

Institution

Partner:

Activities:

Vending, Waiting, Socialising, Pottery production-related activity (drying, loading, staging of pots), open-air kiln use, and passive engagement with the craft.

Issues:

Unsafe, Garbage dumping, In-accessible, Encroachments, No maintenance / dirty

Importance of the site

The Pottery Town Edge near the railway track is a culturally rich yet neglected urban space. It sits at the intersection of traditional livelihoods and hard urban infrastructure, but currently lacks safety, accessibility, and public amenities This space is important to our neighbourhood because it represents the legacy of generations of potters who have shaped the identity of this area. However, poor lighting, garbage dumping, and lack of seating or pedestrian infrastructure make the space unsafe and underused—especially for women, children, and the elderly. Revitalizing this edge can create a safer, more inclusive environment that preserves local heritage while adding public value—like shaded walkways, seating, and community engagement zones. It can also empower the potter community with visibility and dignity by turning an overlooked edge into a shared civic space that reflects the spirit of Pottery Town

Proposed idea / vision:

Our vision is to transform the neglected edge of Pottery Town into a safe, inclusive, and vibrant public space that reflects the neighbourhood’s unique cultural identity. Pottery Town is one of Bengaluru’s few remaining artisanal hubs, and this site—though currently overlooked—offers a powerful opportunity for placemaking that celebrates local heritage while serving the everyday needs of its residents. We imagine the space as a walkable, shaded corridor that invites people to pause, interact, and connect with the centuries-old pottery craft that defines this neighbourhood. Simple yet thoughtful interventions—such as terracotta-inlaid benches, storytelling walls narrating the lives of potters, a small community plaza for seasonal displays or festivals, and hand-painted wayfinding—can transform this underused edge into a true cultural landmark. Branding the neighbourhood as a “Craft Heritage Corridor” can not only enhance local pride but also raise city-wide awareness of Pottery Town’s artistic and historical importance. A key part of this transformation is ensuring the space is barrier-free and universally accessible. Wide, even walkways with ramps, tactile paving, and regular resting spots will allow safe and comfortable use by the elderly, children, and persons with disabilities. Gender safety is central to the design—with well-lit paths, clear sightlines, and active frontages that help women and girls feel secure at all times of the day. To support the basic needs and dignity of people who work, commute through, or visit the area, we propose the inclusion of a clean, well-maintained, and gender-segregated public toilet, integrated into the built environment without disrupting the cultural aesthetics of the space. This would particularly benefit women, children, potters, and senior citizens who currently lack access to safe sanitation facilities in the area. Through this blend of heritage storytelling, public health infrastructure, and inclusive design, the revitalised Pottery Town edge can become more than just a beautified space—it can grow into a truly functional, people-centred urban public space, where craft, culture, and community meet in dignity and safety.
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