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A Study on Rain Water Harvesting
Abstract: Water is one of the most frequently used substances on our earth. We required water for all our activities in day-to-day life. Water supply in urban area is always shortage against the total demand. Surface water inadequate to meet our demand and we have to depend on ground water. Due to swift urbanization, infiltration of rainwater into the subsoil has reduced drastically and renewing of ground water has reduced. This …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Sustainability Methods in Teaching the Arch-Design Studio for Uncommon Financial Delivery
Abstract: This study is an exploration of sustainability teaching and learning ways and methods in arch-design studio where architects are groomed in training. The aim, therefore, is to search and find ways and methods of teaching the arch-design studio with sustainability ideas for great and positive economic or financial growth. If this is realised, it means that the students would be trained in designing with sustainability ideas and therefore, we can …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–49 Read article
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Passive cooling Techniques in Ancient Indian Buildings-A study
Abstract: The long-established historic architecture is known for providing cool indoor climatic conditions to its occupants using passive and natural cooling methods. It is therefore becoming very important to recognize the passive cooling Technique used in these ancient architectures. This paper thus tries to study some examples of Ancient Mughal architecture. Their building elements as a part of the important passive cooling methods. It has been found that natural ventilation and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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The Himalaya—A Greatest Architectural Heritage and Tourism Destination of Earth World
Abstract: Mountains cover around 27% of the Earth’s land surface and contribute to the sustenance and well-being of 720 million people living in the mountains and billions more living downstream. In other way, we can say that over half the human population depends on mountains for water, food, and clean energy. The Himalayan region has a very important divine meaning for Hindus as a “sacred space”. For Hindus, it is not …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Recent Advances in Construction and Architecture
Abstract: This paper highlights advances in construction and architecture independently. It is in context to India largely. Part A deals with construction, while Part B deals with architecture. Intention at both parts is to highlight diverse advances in both fields – fields which are complimentary to each other. It is observed that there are advances which are visible with naked eyes, which are directly or easily noticeable by people, by professionals. …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Formulation of Community-Based Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of a New Road Construction on Housing and Environment
Abstract: Rajshahi is a divisional city and the population of this city is increasing gradually. That’s why the existing transportation infrastructure cannot accomplish the present demand. The introduction of a new road or the expansion of the existing ones to relieve the excessive traffic pressure is a futile exercise. But this can create a different impact on the local community. The objective of this study is to identify the impacts which …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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An Overview: Current Scenario of the Fire Protection in India
Abstract: Fire protection is the practice of avoiding the unwanted effects of destructive fires. The science of fire protection has three major goals: continuity of operations, property protection and life safety. Further, the prime categories of fire protection are prevention, detection and fighting. The fire when occurred is checked by the choice of material and then the fire spreads which is of two levels, which is to restrict or mitigate the …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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The Influence of Social Capital on Housing Improvement: An Investigation of Sri Lankan Plantation Worker Community
Abstract: Social capital focuses on social networks and human relationships as a vital asset. The bonding social capital represents the effects of the linkages between horizontal or similar layers of social groups. The relationships between the vertical layers of the society are described as the bridging social capital. This article attempts to understand the role of social capital as a generator of housing development. Sri Lankan planation worker community still remains …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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PUBLIC SPACES IN URBAN INDIA
Abstract: Cities in history have always been remembered for their public spaces, be it the Roman Forum, the Greek Agora or the ‘Ghats’ of Banaras. Identity and experience of any city are formed by the public spaces within it; in Indian context, the same is evident in the traditional markets of Jaipur, in famous food streets of Indore or in the cultural spectacle of ‘Ganesh Visarjan’ on streets of Mumbai. Public …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 49–56 Read article
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Role of Social Capital in Place Making—Pre-capitalist Spaces and Spaces in Capitalism
Abstract: The argument in this essay is driven by the sole idea of looking at places not just through their physical attributes but the process of their making vis-a-vis the forces that shape them and through the settings in which they flourish (or not). As such, space and place are read as two different entities whereby a place is a space with an assigned activity, space being the blank that cannot …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Community Resilience and Adaptability on Built Environment: A Study with reference to post-tsunami resettlement at Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka
Abstract: This study investigates the community resilience with reference to a tsunami resettlement at Ambalangoda in Sri Lanka. The theoretical framework used in the research is based on the “Adaptive Cycle of Resilience” developed by Holling and Gunderson. This cycle consists of four different phases; exploitation, conservation, release and reorganization. Any social system which is adapting to the changing external conditions would go through these stages of the cycle. The study …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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A reflection on the habitat for the unmarried woman in algeria
Abstract: The beginning of the building of habitat is a commemoration of a civilization which reflects their way of life; either every individual has his place, or he practices his life and exercises his ambition except that the present time has the complexity of life causes creation of new category which does not exist before, or rather it represents a minority (women unmarried), supporting according to statistics. There is about 11 …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Quality of Open Space: A Comparative Analysis Using Space Matrix
Abstract: The understanding of how various open spaces around us operate and still remain unseen in the larger context of culture was the key factor to approach this topic. It is an insight into the quality of open spaces through a significant recognition of the definite elements that affect them. This paper aims at studying the open spaces within various building typologies through an analytical point of view as to how …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Study of the Heritage Ottoman in Algeria
Abstract: Towers are not only human constructions in the nature, they are also creations in form. At the level of the Islamic sphere of influence, we build tours at the level of the mosques which is the symbol of Islamic member of a religious order. It is found in North Africa, to the close –front-east in Persia and in bordering regions. This article aims to study the minarets of the mosque. …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Vibrant and Sustainable Town Center Planning by Integrating Multi-functioning Activities at Baze Shilinda, Rajshahi
Abstract: Town center is the city’s central hub combined with flexible multiple use, district of vertical mixed-use buildings that holds retail, commercial, administrative, civic, industrial, recreational and residential uses together which develops social connectivity. Especially for Bangladesh, Rajshahi is a growing city becoming congested due to compact urbanization and needed to be decentralized for sustainable urban growth of the city. The main objective of the study is to develop a sustainable …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–37 Read article
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An analysis on Gender sensitiveness in urban open space practice for girls: A Case Study in Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Abstract: Gender sensitiveness in urban planning’ is considered as a concept. Gender inequalities have been observed in the field of open space practice from an early age. Urban open spaces are valued for their health, social, economic, and environmental benefits. Outdoor physical activity is important for the wellbeing of youth, while playfulness is crucial for creativity and innovation. The paper explores the major reasons of deprivation of girls in respect of …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–47 Read article
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FACTORS AFFECTING RESIDENTS’ SATISFACTION IN PRIVATE AND PUBLIC HOUSING ESTATES IN AKURE, NIGERIA
Abstract: Housing represents the most basic of human need and it has a profound impact on the health, welfare, and productivity of individuals. It can be publicly or privately owned. Public housing as a product of the direct state intervention in housing has generated much criticism globally including lack of amenities, poor maintenance, strained relationships between public housing residents and management. Similarly, private housing investors have been observed to have profit …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–26 Read article
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Comparison of Results Between Conventional Techniques and GIS in Old City Surveys
Abstract: Urban planning involves a wide-ranging survey programming; whereby the data collected can be processed through a systematic methodology in order to summarize the data collected. This data shall further be used to analyze and frame a developmental strategy. As per nomenclature, GIS comprises of 3 words: Geography, Information and System. Spatial part is dealt by “Geography”, Data related part is dealt by “Information” and decision-making related part is dealt by …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–21 Read article
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Urban Pilgrimage—Negotiating Continuity and Development in the Pilgrim Core of Guruvayur
Abstract: The research focusses on the need for negotiating conflicts and contestations in the urban spaces of Guruvayur in relation to its pilgrim core, which has been subjected to varying pressures resulting in an organic spatial growth usually disordered in character. The main objective is to achieve a symbiotic relationship between the locals and the pilgrims through mutual sharing of urban functions. The study area is confined to the temple core …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Urban Design Strategies for Elder-friendly Spaces
Abstract: The study focusses on how urban design strategies could be adapted to make elder-friendly quality spaces, which would aid other age groups also. The project is carried out in two stages where the former uses a correlative approach in understanding the elderly age group and their spatial quality in relation to the identified environment types. These results are summarized and collected in the “chart of prime environment strategies.” The latter …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 28–37 Read article