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Re-Designing Spaces Under Elevated Roads
Abstract: The rapid expansion of elevated road networks in Indian metropolitan cities has significantly improved urban mobility while simultaneously creating extensive underutilized spaces beneath flyovers and elevated corridors. In Mumbai, these under-elevated spaces frequently remain neglected, poorly illuminated, and socially disconnected, often becoming locations for debris dumping, illegal parking, informal encroachments, and unsafe activities. Despite several beautification initiatives, including landscaped gardens, public art installations, and pedestrian walkways, many interventions fail to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Analyzing Street Infrastructure Compliance with Urban Street Design Guidelines: A Case of J.M. Road, Pune
Abstract: Street infrastructure is a vital component of smart city development. In this study, one of Pune’s busiest mobility corridors, the Jangali Maharaj (J.M.) Road, designed as a smart street, was studied for compliance with urban street design guidelines. Street infrastructure is broadly classified into three categories: street elements, safety features, and multi-utility zones. Street infrastructure is one of the elements used to assess the performance of the J.M. Road. A …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Women-Centric Healing Retreat Architecture: Translating Emotional, Social, Psychological, and Cultural Needs into Spatial Design
Abstract: This study investigates how the emotional, social, psychological, and cultural needs of women can inform the architectural design of healing retreat environments. Women often experience distinct pressures related to safety, emotional labour, social responsibilities, cultural expectations, and personal well-being, which can influence how they perceive and use spaces. Despite the growing interest in wellness architecture, many healing environments continue to follow gender-neutral approaches and may not adequately respond to women’s …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Intersections between Architecture and Culture and Heritage Management
Abstract: Architecture and culture are deeply interconnected, with each influencing and reflecting the other over time. Buildings are more than physical structures; they represent the beliefs, traditions, values, and lifestyles of the communities that create them. As societies evolve, architecture becomes a living record of their social, political, economic, and technological development. At the same time, cultural heritage management plays a crucial role in protecting and preserving these architectural assets, ensuring …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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E.M.E.R.G.E. (Empowering Mixed-Use Ecosystem Realms for Revenue, Growth, & Expression).
Abstract: Contemporary urban life is increasingly fragmented, with learning, working, socializing, & leisure dispersed across disconnected parts of the city. This disconnection leads to long commutes, enhances dependence on mobility, increases daily stress, and weakens public life & community interaction. Rigid zoning laws & mono-functional building typologies fail to respond to the hybrid, layered, & dynamic patterns of everyday urban life, particularly within the context of emerging digital economies and evolving …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Preservation to Continuity:Reconsidering Heritage Management Paradigms
Abstract: Conventional heritage management frameworks largely treat heritage as a finite collection of monuments and protected sites, prioritizing material conservation over cultural continuity. In rapidly transforming socio-urban contexts, such approaches often fail to address the dynamic relationships between heritage, lived cultural practices, and collective memory. The primary objective of this study is to develop a holistic heritage management framework that integrates tangible and intangible heritage through participatory governance and adaptive policy …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Tourism - Driven Monument Conservation and Cultural Heritage Governance:The Intercessing Role of Architecture in India
Abstract: The relationship between tourism and monument conservation has become increasingly significant in contemporary heritage management. With the continued growth of tourism, heritage sites are increasingly required to accommodate new demands of accessibility, movement, interpretation, and infrastructure, leading to conflict between conservation and development of the sites through tourism. In this sense, architecture acts as an important intermediary for such processes. This paper examines the intersection of architecture, tourism, and cultural …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Sustaining Artisan Livelihoods through Community Cooperative Housing: A Socio-Spatial Study of the Kumbhar Community in Pune, India
Abstract: This research addresses the problem in contemporary community housing. Housing is delivered as a physical product, while the social, economic, and cultural systems that sustain community life are largely ignored. In the resettlement of the Kumbhar (potter) Community in Pune, equal land was allotted without cohesive architectural planning, which has led to fragmented spatial organisation, underutilised work areas, conflicts over resources, unclear boundaries, and a decline in economic efficiency due …
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Village Architecture as Living Heritage: A Comparative Study of Karnataka and Rajasthan
Abstract: The village settlements of India are deeply entrenched in the country’s cultural identity, where vernacular architecture manifests as a living expression of tradition, belief, and community life. This paper discusses village architecture within the broader context of cultural and heritage management, with a primary focus on temple-centric settlements in Karnataka. According to the research, the seamless integration of sacred, social, and domestic spaces in these villages reflects culturally sustained spatial …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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From Waste to Walls: A Comparative Study of Recycled Buildings in India
Abstract: As the construction sector across the world is compelled to rein in its environmental impact – currently, estimated at nearly 40% of global carbon emissions – the use of recycled materials is no longer a secondary aesthetic option but a structural imperative. This paper presents a comparative study of pioneering Indian architectural projects that assess the effectiveness of diverted waste streams in contemporary construction. Three iconic projects to be discussed …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Climate Responsive Strategies in Architecture: Their Contemporary Relevance through the Lens of Culture, Heritage, and User Experience
Abstract: Climate-responsive architecture has long been recognized as a fundamental principle of sustainable design, particularly within vernacular settlements where buildings evolved in response to local climatic conditions, available materials, and cultural traditions. Traditional architecture in India demonstrates how passive environmental strategies such as courtyards, verandas, thick masonry walls, jaalis, and locally sourced materials contribute to thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term building performance. However, rapid urbanization and increasing dependence on mechanical …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Issues and Challenges in Using Metro Network for WorkCommute in Pune & PCMC Area: A Study Towards Sustainable Urban Mobility
Abstract: Urban mobility within Pune and PCMC has rapidly transformed due to fast- growing urbanisation and ongoing metro network development project. Though the metro is envisioned as a sustainable mass transit system to reduce traffic congestion, fuel consumption, and environmental impacts, its network pattern are creating challenges for daily work commutes. Both metro network connectivity and existing public transport networks affect commuting efficiency and travel choices. In several metro corridors, these …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Integrating 3D Printing Technology in Sustainable Interior Design forEnhanced Human Comfort and Environmental Stewardship
Abstract: As people spend nearly 70% of their time indoors, the quality of interior environments has a significant impact on human comfort, health, and overall well-being. Many indoor spaces are negatively affected by pollutants and toxins originating from construction materials, furnishings, surface finishes, and inadequate ventilation, often contributing to issues such as Sick Building Syndrome (SBS). Enhancing indoor environmental quality (IEQ) has therefore become a critical concern within sustainable design. This …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Heritage-Sensitive Redevelopment of Bhuleshwar,Mumbai: A Sustainable Urban Development Approach
Abstract: Bhuleshwar, one of the oldest commercial precincts in South Mumbai, represents a unique urban landscape where traditional markets, religious institutions, historic architecture, and craft-based economies coexist within a dense mixed-use environment. Renowned for its imitation jewellery trade, flower markets, textile shops, and temple precincts, the area serves as an important cultural and economic hub. However, rapid urbanization, aging infrastructure, overcrowding, traffic congestion, deteriorating building conditions, inadequate sanitation, and redevelopment pressures …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Redevelopment and Its Context-Specific Concerns
Abstract: Redevelopment has replaced the word “development” in popular discourse on Indian Cities. Our cities are being transformed through this process. When we examine redevelopment from various perspectives, one notices paradoxes and conflicts. This makes it even more important to see redevelopment from these varied viewpoints so that the approach to redevelopment is not simplistic and short-sighted. The context itself needs introspection as it changes and is time, space and culture-bound. …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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Liquid Architecture: Cultural Narratives, Spatial Metaphors, and the Evolution of Fluid Form
Abstract: Liquid architecture represents a fundamental rethinking of architectural space, moving away from the long-standing assumption that buildings must be static, permanent, and formally fixed. Rather than understanding architecture as an object defined by rigid boundaries and stable geometry, liquid architecture proposes space as a fluid condition shaped by movement, atmosphere, perception, and cultural meaning. Rooted in cultural theory, phenomenology, and spatial anthropology, this approach views architecture as an evolving narrative …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Critique of Modernism: A Case of Sagrada Família
Abstract: The Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí’s magnum opus, stands as one of the most recognizable and symbolically rich architectural projects of the modern era. In stark contrast to the industrial ethos of Modernism – which emphasized functionality, minimalism, standardization, and mechanized aesthetics – Gaudí’s design embraces organic forms, intricate craftsmanship, and profound spiritual meaning. This paper examines how the Sagrada Família operates not only as a monumental religious structure but also …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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From Baolis to Smart Systems – Exploring the Evolution of Underground Urbanism in India
Abstract: The concept of “Underground Urbanism” refers to the strategic development and utilization of subterranean spaces that provide creative solutions for contemporary urban issues related to limited spaces, environmental sustainability and urban resilience. The integration of underground spaces for the strategies devised for urban resilience is ensured to develop more particularly due to advancements in technology, increasing urbanization trends and urgency to adapt to the effects of climate change. Though this …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–42 Read article
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Urban Lakefront Development Through Smart Infrastructure and Public Realm Improvements: The Case of Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar, Saroornagar Lake, and Kotha Cheruvu
Abstract: Urban lakefronts are increasingly recognized as critical ecological assets and multifunctional public spaces that shape the environmental, social, and economic dynamics of rapidly urbanizing cities. In Hyderabad, India, accelerated urban growth has resulted in the degradation of lake ecosystems alongside the implementation of redevelopment initiatives driven by smart infrastructure and public realm improvements. This study evaluates the impacts of such interventions across three representative urban lakes – Hussain Sagar, Saroornagar …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–42 Read article
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Future-Ready Residences: Integrating Smart Strategies in Interior Design
Abstract: In contemporary times, by combining technology, adaptability, and ergonomics, smart interiors offer a revolutionary approach to residential design that produces user-centered, efficient, and adaptable homes. Smart interiors improve overall lifestyle quality, comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency by utilizing IoT devices, automated systems, and modular furniture. This study explores how a combination of design techniques and technological advancements can turn conventional homes into intelligent living environments. To comprehend user needs, spatial …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–10 Read article