International Journal of Urban Design

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• Published Subscription 3 Jan 2023

  Circular Economy for the Solar Industry

  By Avitesh Vaishnavi Nayak

  Abstract: The term “circular economy” refers to a model of production and consumption that was first introduced in the late 1990s. This model encourages increasing amounts of reusing, refurbishing, repairing, and recycling. Circular economy (CE) has developed over time and is currently being utilized in a wide variety of fields and countries. Solar panels are being manufactured at an increasing rate, and the percentage of people using solar energy is also …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 55–59 Read article →

• Published Subscription 3 Jan 2023

  Evaluation of BRTS Service Quality Using User Preference

  By Parth Parikh*, Pankaj Prajapati

  Abstract: India is one of the world’s fastest developing countries, with increased urbanization contributing to a rise in vehicle population in metropolitan areas. This scenario exacerbates several traffic issues such as congestion, air pollution, and decreased safety, necessitating a change in commuters from private to public transportation. In light of this, public transportation’s efficacy and service quality must be improved in order to give a superior alternative to private transportation. Operators …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 33–42 Read article →

• Published Subscription 28 Dec 2022

  Neighbourhood Compatibility in Relation to Quality of life and Livability in Urban Areas

  By Pranjali Maganahalli, Pallavi Abhale Mandale

  Abstract: In the last decades, there has been a significant increase in urbanization. According to the United Nations survey over 55% of the world live in urban areas.Since metropolitan regions are the epicentre of greater possibilities and living standards, there is a significant movement of individuals from ruralto urban areaswith increasing population in urban areas, challenges of better quality of life and livability of the residents are also inevitable. There are …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–54 Read article →

• Published Subscription 8 Dec 2022

  Contribution of Impervious Surfaces to Urban Heat Island in Pune

  By Vaibhavi Milind Shinde, Priya Bangle

  Abstract: Urbanization has brought about several undesirable environmental changes. Pune has witnessed rapid growth and deep urban transformation processes, especially in the last three decades. With urban heat island being one of the prominent effects of urbanization it is necessary to study its effects.When city has a significantly higher temperature than an adjacent rural area, this is known as Urban Heat Island. Urban and less developed surrounding locations have different temperature …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 15–35 Read article →

• Published Subscription 25 Nov 2022

  The necessity of Heritage Regulations and Awareness in Historic Urban Precincts. A Case study of Amritsar

  By Davinder Pal Singh, Mahendra Joshi

  Abstract: India has an enormous built heritage and values which represents the growth of the tangibles and intangibles through the past, which eventually plays a crucial role in shaping the urban fabric of many historical cities and their precincts.The paper aims to suggest some effective measures to protect historical urban precincts and areas. Primarily all architectural elements and features have connectivity to certain past cultural and historic eras, so, these bring …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article →

• Published Subscription 18 Apr 2022

  Exemplary Architecture of Vijay Vittala Temple Hampi

  By ANWAR HASEEN KHAN, Ankita Shrivastav

  Abstract: India, a country rich in culture and heritage, has a long history of building kingdoms andleaving behind a legacy that eventually gives the impression of an ancient civilization. India'sstructures are fascinating in nature, and their architecture astounded us. There are structuresthat do not follow science law and exist alone due to some mystery or other. There are somelegends surrounding these structures, and a shrine dedicated to the mystery of the …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 44–49 Read article →

• Published Subscription 18 Apr 2022

  Seasonal Transformation of Urban Space: A Case Study during Durga Puja

  By Sayantani Saha, Shivashish Bose

  Abstract: A city has its dedicated spaces for public gatherings and other activities. Here in Kolkata, India, Durga Puja Festival transforms common residential neighbourhoods into ‘urban centres’. This is a seasonal transformation, comes once in a year. The identity of an urban place is changed through social inclusion, temporary architectural installations, temporary management solutions. Spaces is enriched with different people’s activities. The overall cityscape is being illuminated for the couple of …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–12 Read article →

• Published Subscription 18 Apr 2022

  The Changing Significance of Urban Infrastructure: A Study of Dikes in the Dutch Landscape

  By Sarah Ashworth Trautvetter

  Abstract: In Gardens: An Essay on the Human Condition, Robert Pogue Harrison discusses the garden as being “nothing if not a phenomenon,” (p. 118) This transitional nature of landscape also applies to urban infrastructure; changing with time and in response to the needs of its users, for protection, transportation, or resource delivery. More recently, defensive dikes in the Netherlands have joined this group, as the relationship of the Dutch to their …

  Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–30 Read article →

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