ODOP stands for “One District, One Product” and is a government initiative aimed at promoting local industries and economic growth. The project aims to create a new, modern, and sustainable leather manufacturing facility in Agra, India. The design team, consisting of Shubham Singh, Tanishq Gupta, Pankaj Sonkar, and Mohammad Faisal, has been tasked with designing this facility.
The project involved the construction of a community center, which was built by the community itself. The community members participated in every stage of the construction, from planning to laying the bricks. This participatory approach to building, known as “participatory design and construction,” or PDC, was used to create a sense of ownership and pride among the center’s users. **Detailed Text:**
The construction of the community center stands as a testament to the power of participatory design and construction (PDC).
The centre’s design is inspired by the concept of “biomimicry,” drawing inspiration from the natural world. This approach aims to create a sustainable and environmentally friendly building that minimizes its impact on the environment. The centre’s design incorporates various biomimicry principles, including:
