L'Avenir d'Auroville
Auroville’s Town Planning and Development Research Organisation, located at the Town Hall, focuses on Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, Topography, Mapping, GIS, Model Making, Infrastructure, Data Bank, etc.
L ‘avenir d’Auroville is based on the vision expressed by the Charter, set by the Founders, and its materialized expression in the Master Plan of Auroville. Its vocation is to plan, develop and construct the Auroville Township, not only materially but also fostering the socio-economic fabric of the city, resulting in a balanced, sustainable development, in all aspects – environmental, economic, social, physical.
History & Today’s Organization
In 1965, the Mother envisioned Auroville as a city reaching for the stars. This celestial concept became the blueprint for French architect Roger Anger, who was entrusted with shaping Auroville's physical form. For decades, the urban development team, known as "Aurofuture," acted as the driving force behind the township's growth. In 2005, they embraced a new dawn with the name "L'avenir d'Auroville" (The Future of Auroville). Finally, in 2012, the organization was officially established as the Town Development Council or TDC.
In her 1965 sketch of Auroville, the Mother laid down the basic concept for the city, giving a free hand to French architect, Roger Anger, to oversee the city’s physical development: The concept of a galaxy inspired the further developments of the township. The urban development team operated as “Aurofuture” until 2005 when it was renamed L’avenir d’Auroville. In 2012 it was officialized under the title of Town Development Council.
Under the TDC umbrella falls everything concerning the conceptual planning, design, architecture and execution of the physical township and its surroundings in terms of the galaxy concept and Master Plan - Perspective 2025.
It encompasses environmental matters, integration of services and infrastructure, non-polluting traffic, water harvesting and conservation, cultural heritage conservation, interaction with organic farming and afforestation projects, as well as integration of villages and regional development needs.
Alongside these activities, TDC's next steps will encourage research and experimentation, bringing in related human resources, as well as grants. This will trigger the knowledge economy which could form the fundamental ingredients to take the development of Auroville into the next phase.
L'avenir d'Auroville Builds a City of the Future
Imagine a city not just built, but woven into existence. L'avenir d'Auroville takes the dream of the Auroville founders and the blueprint of the Master Plan, and transforms them into a vibrant reality.
This is not just about raising walls. L'avenir d'Auroville is the sculptor, shaping a community that thrives in all aspects - environment, economy, society, and physical form. They're building a city that is not only sustainable, but is a harmonious tapestry where every thread strengthens the whole.
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