#BLR BOULEVARD LANDSCAPE
Category:
GREEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE AND ON GRADE PROJECTS
Project general details
Nominator
Investor
Supplier
Architect
Bangalore International Airport Limited
Bangalore International Airport Limited
GRANT ASSOCIATES
Bangalore International Airport Limited
Location (City)
GPS
Country
Region
Year of nomination
Bengaluru
India
data
Asia
2024
Project specifications
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) embodies Bengaluru's identity as the Garden City. More than just a travel hub, it offers a captivating experience for all passengers. Our meticulously designed streetscape integrates buffer trees and palms within an urban tropical forest concept. Located on a greenfield site blessed with good soil, water, and a favourable climate, BLR Airport serves as a genetic botanical haven, nurturing 11,000 unique, rare, and endangered flora from across India. The tropical environment further encourages the rapid growth of these plants. Spanning 409,000 square meters, our fully landscaped area features mounds and berms constructed with locally sourced sand. The landscape is irrigated using recycled water from our sewage treatment plant and rainwater harvested in detention ponds. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) not only helps in enhancing regional biodiversity but also supports local farming communities through education, trai
Object type
Roof area (m2)
Year of completion
Project in operation?
public green space
409000
2023
YES
Project details
Innovation
Pioneer in landscape digital technology, sustainable water usage, self-sustained plant production and usage with ANSI nursery stock 60.1
Maintenance
We utilize landscape management software for efficient day-to-day maintenance and inventory control, pioneering digital technology in sustainable water usage and self-sustained plant production. These efforts, aligned with ANSI nursery stock 60.1 standards, establish new benchmarks in landscape management and innovation. Through these initiatives, BIAL leads in environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community engagement, setting a model for green infrastructure development and demonstrating leadership in creating spaces that harmonize with nature while promoting passenger well-being and environmental sustainability.
Project ecology
Our project prioritizes recycling and reusing materials. We've converted plastic waste into asphalt for roads and composted green waste to enrich soil health.This circular approach not only minimizes environmental impact but also promotes ecological balance, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable practices.
Biophilic design
To enrich the human-nature connection, BLR Airport incorporates a range of biophilic design elements throughout its architecture. These include expansive sky roof gardens, vibrant green walls, innovative terraforce gardens, and serene hanging gardens. Together, they cultivate tranquil environment aimed at enhancing passenger and visitor relaxation, well-being, and overall experience at the airport.
Users
Our landscape and infrastructure cater to a diverse range of users, including domestic and international travellers, local communities in and around Devanahalli town, and people of Bengaluru who visit our commercial, F & B, and recreational areas regularly.
Users
public
Source of funding description
The project's financing combines KIAL's own funds with loans from financial institutions, ensuring a robust and sustainable funding structure.
Source of funding
private
Please describe aspects of the project contributing to sustainable urban development?
We have created job opportunities for more than 300 local community members, contributing to their improved livelihoods. We have also taken steps for conservation of the endangered species like Devanahalli Pomelo. With the support of the Department of Horticulture, Government of Karnataka, BIAL procured saplings of Devanahalli Pomelo and started growing them on the campus, which is situated in the region once known as ‘the Hub of Pomelos.’ This conservation endeavour not only preserves rare indigenous fruit but also lowers our carbon footprint and encourages farmers to embrace sustainable cultivation practices. We facilitate organic pomelo cultivation learning for interested members of the local community. Our long-term commitment to sustainability and community engagement aims to foster a cultural shift.
How the project contributes to climate adaptation?
Our landscape projects make a substantial contribution to climate adaptation by actively sequestering residual carbon emissions, in line with our commitment to achieve Net Zero by 2030 (Scope 1&2 emissions). Through comprehensive measures such as soil erosion control, enhancing air quality, and supporting biodiversity, we effectively address climate change challenges. Our initiatives not only address micro-climate impacts and minimize heat waves but also utilize geo-green erosion control blankets and traditional plant knowledge to bolster our sustainability efforts. Additionally, we have created a rare plant museum that highlights botanical wisdom derived from historical Indian texts and ancient global cultures, spanning over 7000 years.
How is the project supporting local biodiversity and urban ecosystems?
BIAL’s landscaping initiatives are pivotal in mitigating air, water, and dust pollution, essential for the local community's welfare. From the outset, we have dedicated ourselves to establishing exceptional gardens and green spaces that embody Bengaluru’s Garden City legacy. Our endeavours in soil erosion management, aesthetic enhancement, and micro-climate regulation support growth of flora and fauna, promoting a wholesome environment for employees, stakeholders, customers, and airport visitors. Designed to conserve and enrich biodiversity, our green belts affirm our commitment to fostering a sustainable future.
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