About TULF Academy
Shaping the next generation of
urban thinkers
The TUL Foundation Academy is the learning and capacity-building initiative of TUL Foundation. It aims to nurture a new generation of urban thinkers, designers, and practitioners committed to shaping safer, more inclusive, and resilient cities.
As Indian cities continue to urbanize rapidly, there is an increasing demand for practical and effective solutions for sustainable urban development. Responding to this need, TUL Foundation Academy brings together students, professionals, government officials, and community members who want to develop the skills required to design streets and public spaces that respond to the realities of Indian cities. Our courses combine theory, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, delivered by practitioners who have been directly involved in designing and implementing street projects across Indian cities.
Street Design for Livable Cities
Why street design matters?
Think about the streets in your city.
Are sidewalks continuous and comfortable to walk on?
Can children cycle safely?
Can seniors cross the road with ease?
Do street vendors, pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles coexist safely?
If the answer to most questions is no, there is a need to intervene. if you feel the urge to make a difference, this course can be a starting point.
Streets are far more than transport corridors. They are the largest public spaces in our cities–places where people walk, meet, work, shop, and move every day. The way streets are designed directly influences road safety, accessibility, local economies, environmental quality, and overall quality of life in cities.
Across India, governments and city administrations are increasingly recognising this. Programs promoting Complete Streets, Safe Streets, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure are gaining momentum. Cities are investing in redesigning streets to make them safer, more inclusive, and more vibrant. But transforming streets requires more than intent. It requires professionals who understand how to design streets that balance safety, movement, accessibility, and urban life.
This course is curated for people who want to shape streets that are safe and joyful and contribute to build healthier cities.
"Join us and be the one to create that transformation — shaping streets that are safe, joyful, and contribute to healthier cities."
Lead Mentors
Abhijit Lokre
Co-founder, TUL Foundation
Abhijit is the co-founder of TUL Foundation and leads efforts towards creating safer and more resilient cities. He is very passionate about road safety and is involved in conceptualising programs related to pedestrian safety, influencing driver behaviour through safe design, and advising various state and local governments
Sandeep Paul
Urban Designer & Academic
Sandeep Paul is an urban designer and academic with a focus on research induced practice. With an experience of working with public organizations in designing public infrastructure, Sandeep has engaged in preparing design guidelines, public campaigns and advocacies. He has led research projects authoring papers and article
Street Design For Livable Cities
Flagship Course
Flagship Course
6 Weeks ONLINE
First Cohort
10th April 2026
This course demystifies the fundamentals of street design and equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to translate ideas into practical and implementable solutions.
At TUL Foundation Academy, we believe that well-designed streets create thriving cities, and thriving cities enhance the quality of life for everyone. Our vision is to strengthen urban leaders with the skills, confidence, and compassion needed to drive meaningful transformation in the cities they serve.
Learn
From urban design practitioners
Gain
From 20+ years of on field experience
Address
Real world challenges
The Programme
Everything You Need to Know
Course at a Glance
Street Design for Livable Cities
| Duration | 6 Weeks Online |
| Format | Online, Instructor-led live sessions |
| Sessions | Every Fridays,06:00 to 07:30pm IST |
| Language | English |
| Eligibility | Open to All |
| Certificate | Yes, on completion |
| Starts | 10 April 2026 |
Module 1: Introduction to streets and need for street design
Learn about the role of streets and their functions, street hierarchy, street network and as a multifunctional public space considering their social, economic and cultural dimensions. Discover the principles on the “Complete Streets” and “Context-Sensitive Design (safe, inclusive, equitable, accessible streets, street as place making). Understand streetscape elements (e.g. carriage way, NMT infra, utilities, furniture, signage), services and utilities.
Learn from practitioners who design and implement streets across India. Our mentor panel brings deep expertise in urban design, mobility, urban planning and public policy, offering practical insights, real project learnings and personalized support throughout the course.
Abhijit Lokre
Co-founder, TUL Foundation
Abhijit is the co-founder of TUL Foundation and leads efforts towards creating safer and more resilient cities. He is very passionate about road safety and is involved in conceptualising programs related to pedestrian safety, influencing driver behaviour through safe design, and advising various state and local governments
Sandeep Paul
Urban Designer & Academic
Sandeep Paul is an urban designer and academic with a focus on research induced practice. With an experience of working with public organizations in designing public infrastructure, Sandeep has engaged in preparing design guidelines, public campaigns and advocacies. He has led research projects authoring papers and article
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
Shelly Kulshrestha
Urban practitioner and researcher with 20+ years of experience in spatial planning, inclusive mobility, and participatory governance — committed to building platforms where people come together to create safer, more resilient cities.
For Whom
WHOM IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is designed for anyone who wants to shape safer, more inclusive and better designed streets in Indian cities and beyond. Whether you’re entering the field or already working in urban development, this course will equip you with practical tools and design skills — for students, practitioners, and enthusiasts a like.
What makes this course unique?
Gain Practical, Implementation Oriented Learning
Learn Through A Real Street Design Exercise
Learn From Practitioner
Learn Through A Real Street Design Exercise
Address Real World Challenges of Street Design and Implementation
Join the Community Of Urban Practitioners
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for students, urban planners, architects, engineers, policymakers, and anyone interested in creating safer and more inclusive streets.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate.
Yes, the course includes live discussions and workshops.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
Recorded sessions will be shared with participants.
For more queries write to us at courses.tulfoundation@gmail.com