One Hive

A Model of Urban Renewal

Location

Lower Parel, Mumbai

Project Size

1230 SQM

Client

Nucleus Group (Blackstone)

Team

StudioPOD Design Pvt.Ltd

Services

Landscape Planning, Landscape Urbanism, Urban Design

One Hive revitalizes a neglected space in Mumbai’s financial district into a vibrant public oasis for over 2,000 professionals. Central to its design is a multifunctional amphitheater with versatile, recycled concrete pods serving as seating and greenery modules. The plaza, featuring a raised deck and tensile canopies, transforms into a bustling hub with food trucks and social activities. Local stonecrete flooring supports local businesses and withstands monsoon seasons. Native plants enhance biodiversity and mitigate the urban heat island effect. Sustainable practices, including rainwater harvesting and recycled materials, highlight One Hive's commitment to environmental health and community well-being. This project seamlessly merges nature and architecture to create a lively, inclusive public realm.