KALA BAZAAR, Bengaluru

Abstract

Keeping in mind the disconnect that has developed towards our social relationship with food as a result of urbanization, the thesis aims to propose a Socio Cultural hub centered around food called The कला बाजार. A unique mix of culture, tradition & food related activities is to be explored such as incubation kitchens, culinary workshops, handicrafts market, vegetable & fruits market & on the other hand may also have markets which have textiles, footwear, jewellery etc. This mix is proposed in an effort to rekindle the awareness of a city dweller towards food in its diverse aspects. Urban architecture that provides a variety of opportunities for meaningful social and culinary engagement will result in a stronger connection to the city’s food and a greater sense of place. Further the relationship between architecture, food, retail and place is to be explored. This Kalaa Bazaar will not be just a celebration of cuisines but hopes to sensitize people about healthy eating habits through various informal events and workshops. The temporal and fixed programming will both help to create an identity of a Kalaa Bazaar. The core research looks into the relationship of food with the city, creation of exuberant public spaces and various typologies of food and public markets explored overtime.