The public space closely reflects society — its hierarchies and problems, cohesion and progress. Ever-changing with new constructs of capital, technology, media, and politics, it threatens to outpace our understanding of it.
Indian cities are characterised by dense, vibrant and slightly chaotic public spaces. Layered with informal inserts that support a variety of urban livelihoods, they serve as neutral ground where people from all economic and cultural backgrounds can claim the right to some part of the metropolis.