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26 articles for “sustainable interior design”
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Smart Interiors for Aging Adults: Integrating Technology for Independent Living
Abstract: This report explores the integration of smart home technology in interior design to support independent living for aging adults. As the global population ages, there is a growing need for innovative solutions that allow older adults to age in place safely and comfortably. The study examines key smart home technologies, including AI-driven systems, assistive robotics, voice and gesture control, and healthcare integration, highlighting their potential to enhance safety, accessibility, and …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Assessment of Social, Environmental and Economic Aspects of Bamboo Furniture in India
Abstract: Bamboo the most versatile and sprightly growing perennial grass. With the rapid globalization and industrialization there have been a huge depletion of many viable natural resources, so a surpassing surrogate is necessary for one of such depleting resource timber. The sustainability which is defined by three pillars: social, economic and environment follows the principle of three ‘P’ (profit, people, planet). This paper covers social, economic and environmental impact of bamboo …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 55–66 Read article
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Applications of Building Information Modeling in Sustainability
Abstract: This paper aims to explore BIM (Building Information Modeling) applications in sustainable building constructions. Green business, green buildings and green is the buss word for developmental economics. In response to the global warming, the shortage of energy resources, and the challenges of environmental degradation, humans are trying to build low-carbon Eco-cities and to popularize low-carbon green buildings.Going green is a costlier process and requires strategic management from very basics of …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Impact of Structural and Yielding Factors on Retaining Walls Behavior
Abstract: ABSTRACT Many factors are found to impact the behavior of retaining walls, RWs. These factors should be adopted in the design processes of these walls to satisfy the design requirements. They are linked to issues like structural behavior and yielding of the RWs. The major impacts of these factors are reviewed herein with some details. The reviewed factors exhibited that the yielding of RWs affects the design and modeling of …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Design Procedure and Criteria Used in Vertical Gardens and Green Roof Constructions
Abstract: A vertical garden also known as living wall or green wall is an independent vertical garden attached to exterior or interior walls of a building. In vertical gardens, various types of modular panels can be used along with geo-textile fabrics, growing media, irrigation systems, and plants. Living walls are mainly appropriate for cities, as they permit good use of obtainable vertical surface areas. The living wall could also function for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–78 Read article
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Impact of Residential Building Decay on Indoor Space Optimization in Port Harcourt Municipality
Abstract: Residential buildings, when provided, are expected to satisfy design requirements and stay in a healthy, sustainable, and safe condition within their lifespan before the issue of decay sets in. But in recent times, the issues of early decay of residential building components and materials resulting in limitation in usable indoor spaces in residential buildings in Port Harcourt Municipality have become a source of concern to building owners, occupants, and the …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article