Author: ed. Mehrotra Rahul, ed. Fixler David, ed. Dalmiya Tanushri
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Architecture Foundation
Volume: 8 of 8
Pages: 376
Source: Received from ELA
Keyword: Urban Conservation, Fort
Shelf: C1R1
Contents: Introduction Mapping Mumbai Conservation for Change: Lecture Series Impressions Propositions Reflections Appendix
Abstract: This study examines the intersection of architecture, urban conservation, and change in Mumbai’s Fort Area, framed within *Extreme Urbanism*. It proposes a new planning and conservation approach that balances urban growth with the preservation of cultural and architectural heritage. The research maps Mumbai’s evolution, highlights tensions between modern development and heritage conservation, and offers sustainable strategies like adaptive reuse and community engagement. The study concludes by reflecting on the broader implications for urban conservation globally, providing a toolkit for planners and architects to manage the dynamic balance between progress and preservation in rapidly changing cities.