NH BUS SHELTERS
CONCEPT
KINETIC SUSTAINABLE
PERIODE
2022
LOCATE
INDIAN HIGHWAYS
KINENIN – Sustainable Highway Bus Shelter
Concept
India’s rapid expansion of National Highways and accelerating urbanization reflect the country’s dynamic growth. To match this momentum, highway infrastructure must evolve—especially the bus shelters that serve millions of travelers.
KINENIN proposes a new generation of shelters that are inclusive, people-friendly, and naturally sustainable, offering comfort across diverse climates while operating independently of the electrical grid.
Challenges with Existing Shelters
Current highway bus stops struggle to meet today’s needs:
- Not self-sustaining, requiring frequent maintenance and outside power.
- Dependence on grid electricity, unreliable in remote stretches.
- Heat build-up from adjacent asphalt makes waiting areas uncomfortable.
- Limited accessibility for seniors and visually impaired users.
- Heavy use of high–carbon materials such as concrete.
- Lack of recessed access roads, creating safety hazards for boarding passengers.
Our Design Response
The KINENIN shelter addresses these issues through:
- Passive cooling and shading to remain naturally comfortable in any climate.
- Off-grid operation with integrated renewable energy and water-harvesting systems.
- Inclusive design elements for the elderly and visually impaired.
- Low-carbon construction using sustainable, locally sourced materials.
- Recessed entry bays to protect travelers from highway traffic and improve safety.
This reimagined bus shelter is designed to keep pace with India’s fast-moving highways, creating a network of safe, self-sustaining, and universally accessible rest points for the country’s growing population of road travelers.
