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The COVID-19 Pandemic and Changes in Urban Dynamics: Planning for Future Urban Resilience for Healthier and Safer Life
Abstract: The novel coronavirus (SARS-COV-2) has spread in cities and communities around the world and the story of COVID-19 pandemic in many global cities has so far been very different. Cities and urban areas are on the frontline of the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic across the world. Historically pandemics and diseases shape cities and urban forms. Emerging from Hubei Province in the city of Wuhan-China, the COVID-19 disease has affected not only …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 16–28 Read article
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Using Building Intelligence as an Aiding Tool for Livelihood during Pandemic Situation COVID-19
Abstract: It has been experienced that Building Intelligence is constantly evolving among ongoing era. Utilization of Building automation system can now emerge as a very useful tool for livelihood during pandemic situations like COVID-19. It can help the user occupants to access, utilize and work from home or their native environment. This will ensure working with minimal physical contact as well as safety from physical transmission of virus infection. Considering that …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Review of PPP mode of Urban Transport in Indian Cities
Abstract: The fast pace of urbanization has fuelled the demand for urban mobility which successively triggered sort of projects in urban transport within the country. However, given their capital intensive nature, large scale, long gestation, multifarious stakeholders, poor investment returns and operational deficits; both implementation and financing of such projects become a challenge. Use of Public Private Partnership format in infrastructure in India is now nearly 20 years old. However, application …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Importance of Traffic and Transportation Plan in the Context of Land Use Planning for Indian Cities
Abstract: Traffic congestion is one of the important issues in developing cities and it depends on the change in land use. Regulation of zoning and land use play as major role to mitigate the traffic congestion. Integration of Land use and transport system is one of the good solution to manage the traffic congestion is developing cities. In the past decades, Urban sprawl has resulted in to loss of high quality …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Challenges in Implementation of Green Infrastructure in Metropolitan Cities—Case of Ahmedabad
Abstract: The current development issues related to rapid urban expansion and economic growth in India can be rationalized by Green infrastructure planning. Green infrastructure (GI) has been identified as a promising approach to assist cities adapt to global climate change through the supply of multiple ecosystem services. Here, we interrogate key challenges and the barriers for the effective implementation of GI. This research proposal intends to study the current urban issues …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Low Cost Sanitation Techniques: Revisiting the Case of Lucknow
Abstract: Sanitation generally refers to the supply of facilities and services for the safe disposal of human urine and faeces. In this we have discussed about the low cost measures that could be taken for the sanitation process. The word 'sanitation' also refers to the upkeep of hygienic conditions, through services like garbage pickup and wastewater disposal. In this we will get to know about the challenges, facilities, technologies about the …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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How to Intelligently Question Heritage in a Covid-19 Crisis Context?
Abstract: In times of covid19, all paradigms are shaken. Spaces and societies must be reviewed, according to the order of confinement, social distancing and isolation. Technology is in full swing by making possible the substitution of a virtual life for physical life. How does man react, how to question heritage? How to review the order of things to prepare for the aftermath of the crisis?
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Indigenous to International Urban Insert in Gokarna Town
Abstract: Contrast way of life at Gokarna town—the title itself tells the vibrant culture of the place it holds within. Sensing the place through two characters, author perceives the contrast image that town Gokarna builds. Character one here refers to the local resident which author qualifies as Indigenous/Emigrants, (Brahmin, Hallakki, Ambiga, Agar). Character two represents Migrants/International [short term/long term: Videshis, Yatri’s (Pilgrims), Resort Owners, Indian Tourist (Pravasigaru)]. The vision of both …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–37 Read article
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Reinvigorating the Ipseity of Historic Town: Savanur, Karnataka Student’s Perspective Resilient Urban Morphology
Abstract: Urban insert is not simply a passive reaction to change. Kevin lynch defines the expression of sensing the place through five factors that contributes towards making of a city. The exercise of documenting first expressions of a town from people point of view which not initiated into lynch theories would be a good assertion of whether and how the theory holds good for traditional Indian towns. This study focuses on …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–63 Read article
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Review of Elements Required for Habitation on Planet Mars
Abstract: The goal of the current paper is to explore the options and concepts regarding habitation on the planet Mars. The exploration and colonization of the universe, possible with contemporary technologies, are the reason to conduct scientific researches in the different fields of science and engineering. In the near future (2026–2030), organizations like ‘Space X’ plan to send human beings on Mars. This opens up a huge demand for the livable …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Development of Job Roles for Construction Workers working with Fly Ash Products
Abstract: A grey material generated as a bi-product in coal based thermal power plants, known as Fly Ash. Fly Ash is recognized as an environmental pollutant. Considerable researches are been undertaken to utilize it in various forms to reduce its adverse impacts on the environment. The construction industry is one of the leading industry that shows tremendous potential of soaking a large amount of Fly Ash. The construction industry consumes Fly …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–28 Read article
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Modeling Fly Ash and Alccofine Partial Replacement of Concrete Density for High Strength Development
Abstract: This paper monitor the development of density from concrete model partially replaced cement with alccofine and fly ash, the study were generated applying modeling techniques, this concept were adopted to detail the influence of other concrete properties that influenced the growth rate of concrete density generated from such model concrete. Linear influences were observed in all the figures, the study observed variations of growth rate in the study, these are …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–48 Read article
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Redevelopment/Renewal Dimensions for an Effective Development in Traditional Urban Core Areas: A Comparative Study of Different Urban Core Development India and Global
Abstract: In the recent years Urban development and redevelopment has been contemporary trend with the rapid urbanization of cities the sprawl increases and spills out to the fringes and peri urban area, as the migration pull if tremendously encouraged by the new industries, SEZs and other economic thrives, this results in urban pressure and core areas are under focused, defining the core areas Indian cities holds a unique characteristics to its …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 19–42 Read article
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Urban Renewal through Form-Based Codes
Abstract: Considering the population rise with the relationship to the limited land, the quality of life is decreasing especially in urban areas, the cities were planned in the past according to the need at that time but the question is can it sustain the present need, if not then what is the solution, what do we do to our old city areas which are rich in culture in terms of tangible …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 52–65 Read article
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Bridging the Urban Divide: A Critical Review of Bottom-Up Communicative Planning Measures in Bangladesh
Abstract: For any development initiative to be met, planning is crucial which involves choice making for societies and individuals to pursue the stated goals. Bangladesh, a rapidly growing country, faces several problems ranging from finding the effective ways of tackling urban poverty to deal with unplanned urbanization. The emergence of a bottom-up participatory approach reflecting the needs and demand of all social strata in the plan-making process is a far cry …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Sustainable Resilience: A Case for Vaastu Principles in Urban Planning
Abstract: In recent years, an increasing number of local governments are recognizing the impact of climate change on different urban sectors. This has led many to pursue climate adaptation planning, seeking to achieve preparedness through reducing vulnerability and enhancing the resilience of the population, assets, and municipal operations. Different planning approaches have been undertaken by many cities sharing the above mentioned common goal. In this paper, we examine urban ecology, Vaastu …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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An Assessment of Utility Services Provision in Korail Slum, Dhaka
Abstract: The condition of urban slums is rapidly deteriorating with the rapid influx of migration towards the major urban centers in Bangladesh. Urban slum settlements are generally excluded from publicly provided resources such as access to formal education, healthcare services, safe water supply and hygienic sanitation. In Dhaka, dwellers of slum and squatter settlements live with significantly low living standards in terms of environmental, social, cultural and utility services. The informal …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Recreating Mughal Garden in a Contemporary Park: Case study Sundar Nursery, New Delhi
Abstract: The research on Islamic gardens spans across a huge panorama of examples starting from the inception to the climax of designed gardens such as the famous gardens of the Alhambara in Spain and the Taj Mahal at Agra. Where most volumes of research address the architecture and the ‘paradise symbolism’. Addressing gardens of the Islamic world as ‘paradise gardens’ is a complete misnomer rather a narrow way of looking at …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–32 Read article
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Artificial Geography: A Result of City Development Process and Expansion
Abstract: Place promotion or city marketing is an industry that has developed around the deliberate manipulation of natural system of urban areas to promote economic development leading to an artificial urban geography. Cities closer to water edge have been exploiting the natural edge beyond repair. These artificial geographies have become a new dimension in defining a city. Cities have negotiated these. Most of these negotiations happen through a natural process of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Cultural Landscapes and Sustainability: Investigating the Linkages and Relevance
Abstract: Cultural landscapes as defined by UNESCO are combined works of nature and humankind as they express a close relation between humans and the landscapes around them. To reveal and sustain the great diversity of the interactions between humans and their environment, to protect living traditional cultures and preserve the traces of those which have disappeared, these sites, called cultural landscapes, have been inscribed on the World Heritage List. Conservation of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 38–41 Read article