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IJHHSP V-11 I-02 2025

IJHHSP V-11 I-02 2025

PublishedSubscriptionResearch Article 2025-07-26

A Comparative Environmental Analysis of Traditional and Concrete Construction Methods in Urban India: Statistical Insights into Carbon Footprints, Resource Consumption, and Waste Generation

By Diksha Dutta and Kasturi Borah

Abstract: Significant effects on the environment and climate change have resulted from India’s shift from traditional building techniques to the growth of concrete jungles. Traditional structures used passive cooling, cross-ventilation, and the thoughtful use of courtyards and open spaces. They were made from natural materials that were sourced locally, such as clay, wood, stone, and thatch.…

Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2025 · pp. 1–8Read Article →
PublishedSubscriptionResearch Article 2025-12-15

Determinants of Homeownership Satisfaction in Urban India: A Comparative Evaluation Across Housing Typologies in Lucknow

By Dr. Deepti Pande Rana

Abstract: Housing satisfaction is a multidimensional concept shaped by physical, social, psychological, neighborhood, and socio-demographic factors that collectively influence residents’ perceptions of their living environment. The habitability of a dwelling depends not only on its engineering and physical attributes but also on behavioral, cultural, interpersonal, and community characteristics. This study examines homeownership satisfaction across three major…

Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2025 · pp. 9–26Read Article →
Published 2025-11-15

Rethinking Student Hostels for Mental Health and Holistic Living

By Batul Zehra, Samreen S . Siddiqui, Pooja Singh, and Dr. Deepti Pande Rana

Abstract: The escalating issue of mental illness among students has emerged as a serious issue in learning spaces globally, with India being no exception. The hostel, in most cases, is viewed only as a shelter, but it assumes much more significant functions in shaping the psychological and emotional lives of students. With intensifying academic and social…

Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2025 · pp. 44–57Read Article →
PublishedSubscriptionResearch Article 2025-12-20

The Role of Earth Tube Heat Exchanger in Improving People’s Comfort in Kutch Bhunga Houses to Cool in Summer and Warmer in Winter: An Eco-Friendly Way to Improve Energy Efficiency

By Pett. Eswara Rao and G. Viswanadh Kumar

Abstract: To promote sustainable development in the construction sector, it is essential to enhance energy efficiency and abate energy use for building cooling and warming. In a rapidly evolving world filled with innovative solutions and technologies, passive strategies derived from traditional architecture are increasingly used to improve the quality of life while mitigating negative impacts on…

Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2025 · pp. 27–43Read Article →
PublishedReview Article 2025-12-10

Trends and Problems with Urban Housing in India

By V. Basil Hans

Abstract: As India’s cities grow quickly and its population changes, urban housing has become a major issue. More than a third of the population today lives in cities, and that number is expected to reach almost 50% by 2050. This has led to a huge increase in the need for affordable and decent housing. Both opportunities…

Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 02, 2025 · pp. 58–70Read Article →