Hi, I am Soumya!

I aim to be a planner who navigates complexities and challenges of planning to achieve communities and cities that are as socially, economically and environmentally equitable as they are diverse.

I am an Architect.
I am a City and Regional Planner.
I specialize in Economic Development, and Housing and Community Development.

I am recognized for my writing skills in various projects.
I have been appreciated for my graphics.

I like to write, paint.
I care.
...
I am still finding my place.

This website showcases my work.

projects.

Projects

Identifying the cause and impact of slum encroachment along the Asan River, Dehradun (2023)

Equitable Green Financing for Sustainable Housing - Evaluating R-PACE and Alternative Policies

Empowering Economic Equity : Community Project with Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative

Access to Grocery stores based on socio-economic status

Tribal Development Index and the tribal notion of "Development"

Local Economic Development's Response to Climate Changes and Events

Statistical Analysis of Urban Tree Canopy Impact on Respiratory Health in Seattle

Analysis of Electricity Generation and CO2 Emissions: Georgia, Florida, California, Missouri, and the United States

Socioeconomic Deprivation Index and Deprivation Hierarchical Spatial Clustering

Housing Diversity Index in Atlanta

Healthcare Access Index

Unveiling the neighborhood of Civil Lines, Roorkee from a Planning perspective

Navigating Urban Dynamics: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Upper Westside Master Plan 2021 through models of Planning

Understanding the NPU systems through an analysis of NPU-E meeting, in Atlanta

Architectural Design Thesis: Second Generation Migrant Community in Urban Metropolitan Bengaluru of India

GIS maps - basic assortment

Exploratory Writings

Connecting the dots, and linking various articles and papers for a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics over time.

Equitable Green Financing for Sustainable Housing

Dabbling in dual imperatives of affordability and sustainability, I evaluate R-PACE and Alternative Policies using three evaluation criteria—Financial Risk and Market Stability, Financial Accessibility and Equity, and Program Transparency and Administrative Efficiency.

Redefining dumb stuff people do

I delve into the evolution of Economic Theory from Econ to Human through Richard Thaler’s “Misbehaving: The Making of Behavioral Economics”, looking at it through its application in the international context of India.

Book Review Essay - Economism

Examining Economism's impact on Local Economic Development, this essay advocates for holistic models promoting social well-being, environmental sustainability, and economic growth.

Reaction paper: “Race and residential accessibility to shopping and services.”

I delve into examination of racial dynamics in neighborhoods, comparing predominantly black and white tracts- raising questions about racial biases, cultural significance, and equitable urban development.

Reaction Paper: How to be an Antiracist / Chapter 12

Intersecting Injustices, I delve into Kendi's exploration of the complex relationship between race, classism, and capitalism- invoking reflections on caste-based discrimination in India.

Analytical Reflection Paper: A Study of Historically Black Commercial Corridors in Atlanta, AWBI

A Comprehensive Exploration of Historically Black Commercial Corridors delving into dynamics of Black-owned businesses, civic infrastructure, and the quest for economic empowerment within vibrant communities.

Rational Model and Wicked Problems Critique

Exploring Planning Dilemmas: Unraveling the Complexities of Goal-Formulation, Problem Definition, and Equity Challenges, Alongside Delving into the Concept of 'Wicked Problems' in the Context of Societal Planning.

Navigating the Renewal of Planning Theory: A Critical Exploration and Connection to Habermas's Perspective

Exploring Urban Planning Frontiers: Navigating the Renewal of Planning Theory and Understanding Language, Rationality, and Social Science Critiques for Contemporary Challenges.

Apart from work

Paintings

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about.

Soumya Gupta.

About Me,

My Resume.

Achieving communities and cities that are as socially, economically and environmentally equitable as they are diverse drives me. My goal is to contribute to the sustainable development and equitable communities that are connected to self and identity.

I am particularly interested in addressing complexities and challenges of planning in culturally diverse communities and communities living in poverty. Topics that interest me are Resilience, Affordability, Wealth Gap, Inequalities and Equity. With a background in Architecture, I aim to bring a holistic and equity-focused approach to shape vibrant and accessible cities for all, focusing on the many facets of "development".

Previously, I have worked in public-private partnership research in India towards Indigenous Peoples and Development. Always open to conversations and potential collaborations for topics such as social and economic impact, economic and community development, resilience, and sustainability!

This website showcases my work, a City and Regional Planner from Georgia Tech, specializing in Economic Development, and Housing and Community Development.

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