This project aimed to propose design-led interventions to address the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect within the context of Delhi, focusing on how urban density, material choices, and human activity contribute to rising temperatures. Conducted in collaboration with Foster + Partners, the study examined the causes of UHI, with a particular emphasis on Delhi’s metro infrastructure as a microcosm of heat generation and human interaction.

Through extensive research, mapping, and surveys, the team analyzed temperature variations across different regions, materials contributing to heat absorption, and social behaviors within crowded public spaces. The project explored how climate consciousness, indigenous knowledge, and sensory design could inform sustainable urban interventions.

The final concept proposed an aroma infusion system for Delhi Metro, a strategy to enhance commuter well-being, reduce stress, and subtly influence thermal perception through multisensory design. By combining scent, space, and sustainability, the project redefined the experience of public transport, envisioning a city that responds to both environmental and human comfort needs.