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1211 articles for “well-being”
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Impact of Gaming along Architecture
Abstract: Architecture and Gaming are two very distinct fields. But they have been interacting with each other for a long time now. Sadly, their potential together is yet to be achieved in its pristine form. Most architects are dismissive of video games, but on the contrary, Video games have been harnessing the power of Architecture quite well. But now is the time when things must take a turn. Not just the …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–39 Read article
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Urbanization as a Catalyst for Climate Change in Dehradun
Abstract: These days Climate change considered a major issue among scientists, researchers, planners, politicians. Concerning every climatic component, temperature considers its dynamic effect in identifying climatic variations originate around due to urbanization. Consequently, given paper tries to examine the temperature fluctuations of district Dehradun, by examining year wise time slot details minimum, maximum along with mean temperature from 1967 to 2007. Analysis details have been examined in tri fragments by operating …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Sustainable Urban Planning- Environmental Parameters
Abstract: Environmental parameters are of utmost importance in the policy making relating to urban planning in order to minimise air pollution levels as well as saving energy. The authors have defined certain policy parameters which are required to be infused in to the process of urban planning and design while developing new urban area or expansion of the existing area. Presently most of these parameters are either being neglected or not …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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The Changing Significance of Urban Infrastructure: A Study of Dikes in the Dutch Landscape
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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Revitalizing Public Realm, and Integrating Sustainable Practices Lead to Healthy and Livable Cities
Abstract: Informality, poor infrastructure, inadequate planning, and poor governance are threatening Indian cities, which are primary engines of economic growth, are subjected to socio- environmental degradation. Sustained physical and social downward slide has made urban public open spaces source of crime, insecurity, and misconduct leading spaces to less personal and more disappearing with time. To prevent the further deterioration in the urban environmental quality, corrective urban transformation strategies and measures are …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 31–42 Read article
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Bench-Marking, Sustainability and Governance Aspects of Smart Cities
Abstract: Abstract Smart cities highlight important aspects of sustainability, such as the need for responsible resource management, energy efficiency, and citizen engagement. Smart cities are highly complex and interdependent, since they are built from large, interconnected systems. Studying them would therefore require an approach that works well in complexity. By studying the smart city concept through a Strategic Sustainable Development (SSD) approach, one is able to examine it from a systems …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 45–71 Read article
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Square Up For Green Infrastructure: Taj Mahal
Abstract: In the world no region will be entirely spared, the worst impacts are likely to fall most frequently on developing cities and in particular low-income cities in India like Agra. However, green infrastructure (GI) has been proposed as one of the good approach to soothe and adapt the built environment consequences of increased temperatures resulting from various sources. Impregnable surfaces, like roads, roofs and pavements move a variety of pollutants …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 5–7 Read article
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LOGISTICS CLUSTERING FOR LEVERAGING INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OPERATIONS OF AEROTROPOLIS
Abstract: Logistics and supply-chain management constitute the two cardinal and critical components for conducting aerotropolis-based global businesses. Logistics infrastructure; especially when in clusters becomes a key enabler of global trade. Speed and responsiveness have been recognized as essential elements of competitive strategy in the international businesses. Airports have always been the key nodes in global production systems offering speed, agility, and connectivity to the expected level of services by the industry. …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 40–70 Read article
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Radiant Cooling System (Energy, Comfort and Cost Assessment)
Abstract: With an objective to provide thermal comfort, a well-planned and efficient HVAC system is of foremost importance. HVAC being the highest contributor of power consumption in the building (40% approximately), there is a need of a system which induce thermal comfort and reduce the power consumption, thereby improving the indoor environmental quality. Radiant system works on the transfer of heat through radiation which provides maximum thermal comfort and reduces the …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Sustainability in Architecture and Planning: Consumption and Behavior
Abstract: In an era of population growth, increasing economic competition and environmental challenges, planning is essential for the well-being of our communities. This notion of sustainable development has been emerging over the past few decades as a new requirement for urban sectors, that involves conceptual fundamentals and implementations as applied to land-use, transport, infrastructure and planning .It is the process of shaping the three-dimensional spaces in cities, towns and villages which …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 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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Information Management in Construction Project: Potential of Blockchain Technology
Abstract: It has been well established through research works and experience of construction professionals that smooth, transparent, traceable information flow is absolutely essential for better coordination amongstakeholders in a project. This challenge of information management has been met to a good extent through centralized information systems, tailor made for each organization. However, poor information management and resulting poor coordination still persists in projects. Through extensive literaturereviews as well as detailed discussion …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–37 Read article
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Reflection of Modern Style in Residential Interiors
Abstract: Reflection of Modern Style in Residential interiors design is a synthesis of art, architecture, design, lifestyle and society. The advantages of the Bauhaus design school are the developer of modern style in interior design. Modern interior design trends include Scandinavia and minimalism, industrialism and industrial design. It focuses on simplicity, functionality and comfort. In addition, the visual effects created by different object textures and texture variations help achieve an even …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 48–62 Read article
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Social Housing: Corporate Management Approaches in the UK
Abstract: The social housing sector in Britain has undergone significant change over the last four decades since 1980. Under the economic and political ideology of Neoliberalism, the introduction of market forces into the arena of public service provision has resulted in the evolution of a competitive operational environment for Social Housing Providers (SHPs). These organizations have to operate as businesses and meet the challenges of functioning as independent firms that are …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 45–48 Read article
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The Sustainable Approach to an Ideal ECO Village
Abstract: An eco-village aims to produce the minimum likely adverse influence on the natural environment all through purposeful physical design and resident behavior choices. By observing diversities and innovations in great attempt of various eco-villages developed across the world; we realized the need of an Ideal eco-village system which is eco-friendly and sustainable. An attempt is made to build and progress a sustainable eco-village in every facet by reflecting the following …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Architectural Psychology: The Impact of Architecture in Human Psyche
Abstract: Architecture started out as a means of protection, guard from our surrounding environment. It slowly but surely evolved into an art form into which creativity, subjectivity and beauty were introduced. People spend 80-90% of their lives indoors surrounded by colors, artificial lights, spaces, furniture, flooring, ceiling, forms etc. These built environments effects personality and lives of human. Architecture effects human thinking, physical and mental wellbeing, cognitive abilities and emotions. Architectural …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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An assessment of Behavioural Pattern for a Housing Society keeping view of the Public Perception and Psychology of Urban Open Space
Abstract: In our ancient architectural texts, the dwelling for the public is perceived as a solution to the issues arising from culture. Social structures are integrated into the system by specifying prototypes for different sections of society. The connection between housing and social structure has been borrowed from Durkheim’s who discusses social space, social life and social groups to address inclusiveness and the well-being housing ecosystem. Space is created for human …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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The Impact of Home Office on the Working Demography and Architecture in India
Abstract: This research aims to study the role of architecture in helping accommodate Work from Home in residences in India and to study its impacts on the employees working on Work from Home basis and the impact on the respective organisation’s growth. To fulfil the purpose of the research, an in-depth literature review was conducted on various articles, journals and research papers from various trusted sources was conducted, which further led …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 16–28 Read article
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A Review on Methods of Classification and Delineation of Riparian Zones
Abstract: Riparian ecosystems are effective systems between aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and show the conversional zone between two adjacent ecosystems with well-describe vegetation and soil characteristics. They are vital elements of watersheds, primarily due to their protection of surface and ground water quality from impacts related to human land use. The vegetated buffers are complicated ecosystems that gives food and habitat for individual plant and animal species, and are crucial to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–41 Read article
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Forest and Landscape Restoration: A Review
Abstract: On the word of a global assessment of restoration potential, it is estimated that there are more than two billion hectares of deforested and degraded land around the world. In these degraded land, there is vast opportunities for the restoration. Restoring forests and forest landscapes is an important step in regaining the health and functionality of these ecosystems. Forest landscape restoration (FLR) system is an underway step of restoring ecological …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 49–56 Read article