Aravind Unni on reimagining public space in Indian cities
Aravind Unni argues that public spaces must be recognized simultaneously as climate, social, livelihood, and democratic infrastructure. The article features Linear House in Battaramulla, Sri Lanka, by Palinda Kannangara Architects, designed on a narrow plot within a larger family home near the Sri Lankan Parliament.
Key facts
- Aravind Unni states public spaces must be recognized as climate, social, livelihood, and democratic infrastructure.
- Linear House is located in Battaramulla, Sri Lanka.
- Linear House is designed by Palinda Kannangara Architects.
- The house is on a narrow plot gifted to the couple.
- The plot is within a larger family home.
- Battaramulla is close to the Sri Lankan Parliament.
Entities
Artists
- Aravind Unni
- Palinda Kannangara
Institutions
- Palinda Kannangara Architects
Locations
- Battaramulla
- Sri Lanka
- Sri Lankan Parliament