COMPANY TOWNLAND CONSULTANTS LTD CURRENT POSITION
NAME STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER COMPANY TOWNLAND CONSULTANTS LTD CURRENT POSITION ASSOCIATE/MASTER PLANNER YEAR OF BIRTH 1969 NATIONALITY DUTCH KEY EXPERIENCE Mr. Beunder is an Associate/ Master Planner with more than 20 years of experience in both large scale strategic and detailed site specific urban planning and urban design. The first 10 years of those he spent in Europe, the last 7 years in Asia. Mr. Beunder has over the years gained a particular experience in working on complex urban regeneration and revitalization projects, both in Europe as in Asia. Mr. Beunder is permanently based in Mumbai since 2008. As an Associate/ Master Planner he has been working on Master Planning projects in India since 2005 and is highly familiar with the specific requirements for planning and design strategies in India. As a Project Manager Mr. Beunder has been leading teams of planners, designers, infrastructure engineers and real estate experts on various strategic and site specific planning projects over the last decade. Country Experience: India, Indonesia, China, South Korea, The Netherlands, United Kingdom. EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 1993 1993 1992 1992 1988 MA Degree, Human Geography and Planning, University of Utrecht, The Netherlands Certificate, Urban Design, University of Delft, The Netherlands Certificate, Urban Planning, Middlesex University, London, United Kingdom Certificate, Urban Design, Polytechnic for Urban Design and Planning - Utrecht, The Netherlands Certificate, Business Administration, Polytechnic for Economics, Utrecht, The Netherlands EXPERIENCE RECORD 2009 - To date Associate/Master Planner - Townland Consultants Limited Responsible for: Project management Urban design concept development Site specific concept planning Land use and master planning Urban design guidelines Co-ordination / writing reports and other deliverables Business development Marketing Technical and financial proposals S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 23 May, 2013 Page 1 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Project Examples: Conceptual Master Planning for Mixed Use Township Development at Bayer (40 ha) and Clariant (20 ha), Thane, India, Kalpataru Properties Pvt. Limited Project Manager and Design Supervisor on a Project preparing a Master Plan and Urban Design for the redevelopment of two former industrial sites (1.3 million sq.m. built up area) in Thane, India. The mixture of land uses planned for the Site, which include residential apartments, retail and hospitality uses, offices and civic facilities, combined with a high Floor Space Index (Plot Ratio), forms the inspiration to plan the Sites according to the New Urbanism principles of the ‘Urban Village’. The careful integration of the extensive existing tree cover into the new urban fabric will give the Developments another unique spatial quality. Conceptual Master Planning for Wadala Commerical Centre (109 ha), Mumbai, India, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project in which TOWNLAND in association with Edifice Architects won an international bid to Master Plan the new Central Business District for Mumbai (4.4 million square metres Built Up Area). Focused around two monorail stations, a high density commercial district of international standards is planned. The framework for the Master Plan is formed by a network of pedestrian oriented public spaces at different levels, lined with retail, leisure and civic amenities, seamlessly connecting all commercial and residential towers to the nodes of public transportation. Landmark Mixed Use Residential & Commercial Development, Kolkata, India, Lend Lease Company (India) Limited Project Manager and Design Supervisor on a Project commissioned to prepare Conceptual Architectural Design for a mixed use Residential and Commercial Development located on a prime site in downtown Kolkata. Comprising a built up area of 18,580 square metres (approx.), the development will be a landmark project for the City which will contribute to its skyline as an icon. Mixed Used Township (150 Acres / 60.7 Hectares), Kasara, Maharashtra, India, Brick Eagle Capital Advisory Project Manager and Design Supervisor on a Project commissioned to undertake Conceptual Master Layout Planning for a 83.61 Hectare Mixed Use Project near Kasara, Maharashtra, India. The Site is located on a table top plateau, incorporates steep slopes and is surrounded by a forest zone providing a serene, pollution free environment. The design of the Project took advantage of the unique location, natural beauty and connectivity of the Site to Mumbai, with a mix of Residential Typologies, Education, Healthcare, Tourism and Recreation. Concept Architecture and Design Development for 2 Villa types, 3 Apartment types, a Mall, Clubhouse and Hotel (total 1,000,000 sqft built up area), Dharapur Aerotropolis, Guwahati, India - Brahmaputra Realtors Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Design Supervisor for this comprehensive Architectural Project, aimed at bringing a new international design standard to north-east India with an integrated architectural and urban design approach for a broad mix of building typologies within one township. Master Planning, Dharapur Aerotropolis (50 acres), Guwahati, India – Brahmaputra Realtors Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner. The Master Layout Plan has a carefully planned mix of uses and open spaces. The extensive green cover, low building heights S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 2 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) and consistent use of curved lines in the design of open spaces and building alignments, give the development an old-world charm and unique life style quality. Redevelopment Mixed Use Shopping District T Nagar (1700 acres), Chennai, India – Tamil Nadu Infrastructure Financial Services Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner. The Project initiated by the Government will for the first time in India bring a comprehensive approach to inner-city redevelopment, from environmental and traffic issues, to social development and an integrated vision for real estate development and the design of the public realm. TOWNLAND was responsible for the overall spatial concept, urban design and landscape design interventions. The Project is currently going through several stages of Public Consultation. Master Planning ‘Aerotropolis’ (2,300 acres), Durgapur, India - Bengal Aerotropolis Projects Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner on a Project transforming a 2,300 acre site in the vicinity of Asansol, West Bengal into a comprehensive Aerotropolis, comprising of a new Airport, an Industrial and Logistics Zone, an IT Hub, an Institutional Zone and complementary Township Development for 100,000 people providing quality housing for people from all social strata and modern supporting facilities including state-of-the-art Educational and Medical Institutions, a comprehensive Shopping and Leisure Centre, a Theme Park and a First Class Golf Course. The Project is currently under construction. Master Planning, New Town Nav Surat (1,654 acres), Surat, India – Kalpataru Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner on a Project transforming a barren Site on the outskirts of Surat into a comprehensive Eco-Friendly New Town. The New Town will comprise of a Business Park and large scale Waterfront including an Institutional and Recreational Zone and a broad range of residential neighbourhoods for all income groups. The New Town will provide housing for 200,000 and hold a floating population of another 100,000 people. Master Planning ‘Centre of Innovation & Excellence’ Kharghar Hill Plateau Development (234 acres), Mumbai, India - Indiabulls Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner for a landmark development in Navi Mumbai. The conceptual master plan for a mixed use residential, educational, medical and tourism development, aims to put Navi Mumbai on the map with an innovative approach to Master Planning and Architecture following the latest international standards in sustainable architecture, urban design, and pedestrian-oriented neighbourhood planning. Master Planning and Concept Architecture, Dwarka Mall cum Office (400,000 sqft) and Shivaji Stadium Station Retail Development, New Delhi, India - Reliance Infrastructure Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Master Planner on a Master Planning and Concept Architecture Project, aimed at redesigning the pedestrian flow and retail layout in two new major metro stations and the concept architecture and retail mix for a large scale Mall cum Office complex in New Delhi. Concept Architecture Canopy Structure at Shivaji Stadium Station, New Delhi, India Reliance Infrastructure Ltd Project Manager and Design Supervisor. TOWNLAND has designed a large canopy structure for the area next to the recently opened Shivaji Stadium Metro Station. The S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 3 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Canopy not only provides much needed cover from the elements for the waiting passengers and outdoor retail kiosks, but is primarily aimed to create a visually striking image for the Metro Station, bringing more foot-fall to the Metro and its underground Mall. 2008 - 2009 Associate Urban Planner / Head of Urban Design India - Aedas Urban Design & Landscape Mumbai, India Responsible for: Project management Urban design concept development Site specific concept planning Land use and master planning Urban design guidelines Co-ordination/ writing reports and other deliverables Business development Marketing Technical and financial proposals Project Examples: Detailed Master Planning, Urban Design and Conceptual Landscape Design of Residential Township (190 acres), Bangalore, India – Fire Capital Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Urban Planner during the detailed Master Planning and Urban Design of a Township on the outskirts of Bangalore. Mr Beunder played an important role ensuring the development was planned and designed according the highest international standards in urban design, landscaping and architecture. The Project is currently under construction. Detailed Master Planning, Urban Design and Schematic Landscape Design of Residential Township (150 acres), Nagpur, India – Fire Capital Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Urban Planner during the detailed Master Planning and Urban Design of a Township on the outskirts of Nagpur. Mr Beunder played an important role in ensuring the development was planned and designed according the highest international standards in urban design, landscaping and architecture. The Project is currently under construction. S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 4 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Detailed Master Planning, Urban Design and Conceptual Landscape Design of Mixed Use Development (375 acres), Gwalior, India – Mantri Developers Pvt Ltd Project Manager and Associate Urban Planner during the conceptual Master Planning phase of a mixed use Township on the outskirts of Gwalior. The Project is currently under construction. Master Planning and Urban Design Residential Development (50 acres), Kolkata, India – Tata Housing Associate Urban Planner responsible for the conceptual Master Planning of a high rise, high end residential development in Kolkata. Mr Beunder was particularly involved in the Master Plan Concept and the urban design / landscape guidelines framework. Detailed Master Planning, Urban Design and Conceptual Landscape Design of Residential Development (100 acres), Chennai, India – Fire Capital Pvt Ltd Associate Urban Planner responsible for the conceptual Master Planning of a mixed use residential development in Chennai. Mr Beunder was particularly involved in the Master Plan Concept and the urban design / landscape guidelines framework. 2004 - 2007 Principal Town Planner - Townland Consultants Limited Responsible for: Project management Urban and regional design research Site specific concept planning and development Strategic plan formulation Land use and master planning Developing urban design guidelines Writing urban planning and urban design reports Technical and financial proposals Project Examples: INDIA Master Planning Multi-Use Township Project (275 ha) Chennai, India – IVR Prime Urban Developers Limited As Principal Town Planner responsible for the Master Planning concept for this benchmark Project of IVR Prime Urban Development Ltd. Less then 50 kilometres from the city centre of Chennai, the development goal is to establish an Integrated Township that will house a variety of uses including residential, recreational, industrial and commercial, all within close proximity to various existing SEZ’s and industrial development areas. Master Plan for the Redevelopment of Central Business District (4 ha), Asansol Town, India - Bengal Shristi Infrastructure Development Limited / Asansol Durgapur Development Authority Principal Town Planner and Project Manager. The CBD will provide a range of civic and other amenities including retail and commercial development, institutional facilities, residential and hotel developments. A strong emphasis was placed on the retention and adaptive reuse of architecturally and historically significant buildings on the Site in addition to the creation of a pedestrian friendly and green environment featuring city squares and a park as signature leisure spaces. S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 5 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Land Use Planning and Master Planning for the International Bid for the Bidadi Integrated Township (4,000 ha), Bangalore, India – Reliance Energy Limited / Reliance Infocomm Infrastructure Private Limited Principal Town Planner and Project Manager for the conceptual master planning of the Bidadi Integrated Township Project (BITP), the first of five integrated township Projects conceived by the Bangalore Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA). Master Planning and Concept Architecture for International Bid for Central Business District (40 ha) and 100 storey skyscraper, Hyderabad, India – Reliance Energy Limited/ Reliance Infocomm Infrastructure Private Limited Principal Town Planner and Project Manager for the conceptual design of proposed 100 storey Trade Tower and surrounding Business District within Hyderabad. The mixed-use design brought together ancient ‘Vastu’ planning and design principles with innovative architecture and modern urban design. The Trade Tower and Business District will be an important Landmark to the skyline of the city and a symbol of Hyderabad’s growing and vibrant economy. TOWNLAND’s design got the highest technical mark and helped Reliance win the bid to develop the Project. Master Planning for IT Park (40 ha) in Nagpur, India – Shapoorji Pallonji Principal Town Planner for an IT Park to be developed as part of the SEZ at the new Multimodal International Passenger and Cargo Hub at Nagpur’s International Airport. Master Planning for the“Growth Centre” (80 ha) at Shantiniketan, Bolpur, India – Pragati 47 Principal Town Planner involved in formulating the development concept and corresponding Master Layout Plan, Urban Design Guidelines and Site Planning for the proposed “Growth Centre” at Shantiniketan, Bolpur. The Growth Centre will be a “Centre of Learning & Implementation, Health & Lifestyle” while drawing from social, spiritual and environmental perspectives. MAINLAND CHINA Redevelopment Planning Shopping District along Beiyuan Rd and Detailed Design of four Multi-modal Traffic Interchange nodes - Jinan, Mainland China Senior urban planner for a detailed land use planning study of the northern part of Jinan City, as part of a major urban renewal project focussed on the construction of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System. The Project included the preparation of a Master Layout Plan for four interchange stations for the BRT System including a detailed pedestrian circulation analysis. Urban Redevelopment for East Gongbei and Planning of Supporting Facilities at Gongbei Station and Qianshan Station, Guangzhou and Zhuhai High Speed Rail (Stage 1 - Zhuhai, Mainland China Senior Urban Planner on a Study undertaking the urban planning and urban design for redevelopment of three key Sites in Zhuhai, namely the area East of Gongbei; Gongbei Station; and Qianshan Station. The Project was initiated in light of the proposed Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge and the High Speed Railway between Guangzhou and Zhuhai, which is enhancing Zhuhai’s role as the Gateway for Hong Kong, Macau and the Pearl River Delta (PRD) to the markets in the rest of Mainland China. S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 6 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Planning and Design of Yangchunhu Sub-Centre (1,100 ha) - Wuhan, Mainland China Senior Urban Planner for the detailed planning and design of the Core Area surrounding a proposed High Speed Rail Station located within the Yangchunhu Sub-Centre. The Master Plan provided design solutions to effectively move pedestrians from the High Speed Rail Station into the surrounding commercial centre. Conceptual Master Planning of a Tourism Resort Development at Heng Qin Islands (1,200 ha) - Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, Mainland China Senior Urban Planner on a land use planning and urban design Study for a comprehensive tourism resort development on the southern portion of Heng Qin Islands in Zhuhai. The development comprises several themed resorts, a host of leisure and recreational facilities centred around a fresh water lake and in the mountains, and resort style living opportunities focused on the water and on 2 international standard 18-hole golf courses. Conceptual Design Scheme and Detail Regulatory Planning Study for Reclamation Site (90 ha) in Caiyuan Town - Shengshi, Mainland China. Senior Urban Planner on a Regulatory Planning Study for a reclamation site on Sijiao Island near Shanghai. A Conceptual Master Layout Plan and Broad Urban Design Guidelines were prepared for a New Town which will provide a range of uses including active tourism, recreation, retail and commercial uses, high quality residential development, civic uses, open space and comprehensive community facilities. INDONESIA First Prize in Urban Design Competition for Redevelopment Ngasem Market Tourism Area - Yogjakarta, Indonesia Senior Urban Planner of a FIRST PRIZE WINNING ENTRY in the Urban Design Competition for Ngasem Market Tourism Area in Yogjakarta, Indonesia. For this Heritage Revitalization Project Mr Beunder was specifically responsible for developing the design philosophy, designing a strategy for community participation and for the presentation to the Jury. Urban Design Study Bintaro Shopping and Entertainment Centre (16 ha) - Jakarta, Indonesia Senior Urban Planner for a redevelopment project focused on the establishment of a landmark retail and entertainment destination in Bintaro, South Jakarta. Specifically responsible for developing the framework and phasing for the Master Layout Plan, developing the urban design concept and making presentations to Client. Master Planning (200ha) and Detailed Site Planning (20 ha) - Sectors 3 and 4, Kota Deltamas, Jakarta, Indonesia Senior Urban Planner on a Project preparing (i) a Site Plan for a 200 ha mixed use area in Delta Mas New Town and (ii) a Detailed Site Plan and Urban Design Guidelines for a selected area of 20 ha within the mixed use area which will comprise residential housing clusters supported by retail, commercial and recreational development. Land Use Planning Study (5,000 ha) and Development Parcel Guidelines (3,000 ha) Jababeka, Cikarang, Jakarta, Indonesia Senior Urban Planner on a Study setting out (i) a long-term land use plan for 5,000 ha; and (ii) development parcel guidelines for 3,000 ha of land in Jababeka New Town, Jakarta. S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 7 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) SOUTH KOREA Preliminary Feasibility and Conceptual Master Layout Plan for Jeju International Cultural Park (80 ha) - Jeju Island, South Korea Project Manager and Tourism Planner for a Stage 1 Preliminary Feasibility Study and Preliminary Conceptual Master Layout Plan Project for the Jeju International Cultural Park (JICP): a 80 ha Theme Park on Jeju Island, South Korea. Upon development, the JICP will become an integral attraction within the Theme Park Zone, showcasing a variety of cuisine, beverages, culture and entertainment focused around international cultural pavilions/enclaves themed on a variety of countries including Mainland China, Korea, the Asia Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. 2001 - 2004 Urban Planning Consultant, De Architekten Cie. Research and Development Amsterdam, The Netherlands Researching planning and environmental policies of local and regional authorities Spatial, functional and socio-economic analysis Developing the programmatic framework for Master Layout Plans Developing urban design guidelines Writing urban planning and urban design reports Graphic design reports and diagrams Communicating with Clients, Residents and Commercial Users Project management Giving lectures at seminars and at the Academy for Urban Design and Architecture in Amsterdam Project Examples: Master Plan and Urban Design for an Inner-City Area (70 ha) - Enschede, The Netherlands Taking part in developing the programmatic and spatial framework for the redevelopment of several mixed-use and residential inner city neighbourhoods Developing the urban design guidelines The Inner City Area has been completely constructed according the urban design concept. Cultural Historic Research Presikhaaf - Arnhem, The Netherlands Developing a process tool to analyse and evaluate the cultural historic quality of a 1950s – 1960s CIAM style neighbourhood and formulate guidelines for a strategic spatial redevelopment policy Urban Design Concept Regeneration Area Presikhaaf - Arnhem, The Netherlands Taking part in development of the spatial and programmatic urban design concept for redevelopment of several residential areas and a mixed-use shopping mall in a 1950s - 1960s neighbourhood Developing the urban design guidelines S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 8 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) Master Plan for the City of Almelo, The Netherlands 1997 - 2001 Taking part in developing a Master Plan for redefining the identity of the City Developing conceptual plans for spatial and programmatic redevelopment of the City Centre, existing and new residential, recreational and commercial areas Urban Planner, SVP-Architecture and Urban Planning - Amersfoort, The Netherlands Researching planning and environmental policies of local and regional authorities Spatial, functional and socio-economic analysis Developing urban design guidelines Taking part in developing urban design concepts Writing urban planning and urban design reports Graphic design reports and diagrams Communicating with Clients, Residents and Commercial Users Project management Project Examples: Master Plan for Redevelopment Weiersstraat - Assen, The Netherlands Taking part in developing the Masterplan concept for a regeneration area in the centre of the City of Assen; a mixed use programme with a theatre, 80 houses and apartments, shops, small offices and parking facilities Urban Design New Town Nieuw Oosteinde - Aalsmeer, The Netherlands Taking part in developing the urban design concept for a New Town: extension of existing residential neighbourhood in a rural area into a complete new village with 1,500 houses, shops, schools and small offices. The New Town has been completely constructed according to the original urban design concept. Urban Design Concept Down Town Regeneration Area - Veenendaal, The Netherlands Developing design guidelines and an urban design concept for a regeneration area in the centre of the city of Veenendaal; a mixed use programme of 100 apartments, shops, offices, leisure and parking facilities Urban Design Guidelines Inner-City Area - Soest, The Netherlands 1996 - 1997 Developing a process tool to analyse and evaluate the cultural-historic value of the organically grown streetscape in the center of Soest Based on the report, making recommendations about demolition, renovation and design guidelines for future developments Urban Planner, Department of Urban Planning of the City of Haarlem, The Netherlands Writing several urban planning reports about revitalization of inner-city and 1950’s neighbourhoods. Writing zoning plans Assisting in developing spatial and design guidelines for an inner-city residential and commercial redevelopment project S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 9 of 9 STEVEN MICHIEL BEUNDER EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont’d) 1994 - 1995 Researcher, National Institute for Industrial Heritage - Zeist, The Netherlands 1993 Researching and evaluating the possibilities of the conservation of industrial heritage in the Port of Rotterdam Developing a process tool to evaluate the cultural-historic value of industrial landscapes Giving lectures about industrial conservation at several seminars Intern, London Docklands Development Corporation - London, United Kingdom Assisting with planning procedures and writing a promotional leaflet about the conservation of the industrial heritage in the Docklands Writing Final Thesis about the influence of the LDDC’s Conservation Policy on the Regeneration of the London Docklands PUBLICATIONS Author of article in the book New Towns & Politics: “New Towns in China and India: Government Led Versus Private Sector Development” - 2012 Author of article in magazine Architecture+Design: “Pedestrianisation and the Indian City” - 2011 Author of newspaper article in the Economic Times: “Remembrance of Things Past” – 2011 Author of article in magazine S+RO: “Pillars of Identity: the New Face of Urban Revitilisation in East Asia” 2007 Co-author of the article in the magazine H2O: “The River Roombeek back in Enschede” - 2002 Co-author of the book: “Industrial Heritage: Monuments of Industry and Engineering” - 1996 Author of article in magazine The Engineer: “The Future of the History of the Port of Rotterdam” - 1995 S:\MANAGEMENT\PR Materials\CV\ENG\Amendment Stage\Steven Beunder.Doc 20 March 2013 Page 10 of 9
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