International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture

Public spaces shape social life, yet for older adults, accessibility is a matter of dignity and participation rather than convenience.

Museums have evolved from conventional spaces of display into dynamic environments that promote learning, cultural exchange, and public engagement.

Despite abundant rainfall, Indian metropolitan centres, including Pune, face severe water crises due to inadequate stormwater management.

Rapid and unplanned urbanisation replacing the natural flood absorbing formations has caused socio-economic disruption and vulnerability.

Riparian zones play a crucial role in maintaining watershed health by providing ecosystem services such as water filtration, erosion control, biodiversity conservation, and aesthetic and cultural benefits to surrounding communities.

Urban surface runoff management encompasses strategies aimed at regulating rainwater flow, reducing urban flooding, enhancing groundwater recharge, and contributing to disaster risk mitigation for sustainable urban development.