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Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting in Urban Areas of India
Abstract: Water is very important for survival of every human being. India is blessed with adequate rainfall. It is estimated that rainwater captured from 1-2 percent of India’s land can provide water to 950 million persons at 100 liters per person per day. With the development and growth of urban population, the paved area and roof area is also increasing and this situation is ideal for implementing rainwater harvesting techniques. This …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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Approach to Residential Satisfaction Studies in Asian and African countries – A Review
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to analyse through literature review the approach adopted in Asian and African countries with regard to residential satisfaction studies. The home creates a significant impact on human beings. The challenges faced by the housing industry range from inadequacy in meeting the needs of the end users to unsatisfactory performance. Residential satisfaction is often used as an ad hoc tool in evaluating housing projects. Satisfaction …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Water – Through the Windows of Indian Traditions
Abstract: Indian Traditions believe that God always play where water exists. Hindu Temples are recommended at river banks, lakes, Sangams, seashores, etc. Kunds, baolis, Sarovars, Kalyanis are meant to be sacred water bodies which in addition to religious beliefs were used for aesthetics, recreational and harvesting purposes. Old structures were the strong support systems during the times when modern infrastructural marvels had no existence and were more efficient in managing the …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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User Centered Design Approach to Lighting Design of Healthcare Facilities
Abstract: This study focuses on the lighting design of healthcare spaces from users’ perspective. Lighting has functional, emotional, non-visual and biological effects on humans. It enables security, comfort, efficiency and wellbeing. However, generally lighting design of healthcare is not considered on a preferential basis. Within this study by using User Centered Design (UCD) approach, lighting design expectations of healthcare facility are analyzed. Methodology of the study consist of a questionnaire with …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 37–42 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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Organisational Structures
Abstract: The development of human society has involved people working together in organised groups to undertake many forms of activity. The emergence of the business organisation in England was triggered by the industrial revolution in where larger industrial approaches to undertaking work replaced the family and cottage industries that had previously been prevalent. A similar pattern was to take place in countries across the globe experiencing industrialisation. In these organisations groups …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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A Sustainable Construction–A Study of Eco-Friendly Building Materials
Abstract: There are various problems raising in construction Industry due to leading of urbanization. In India, lot of energy, resources and raw materials are being consumed in demand of houses which may lead to the carbon content in air. This process is so harmful to the environment and will affect the human as well. Therefore, we need to make use of sustainable and harm free materials for the construction process so …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Integrating the Rental Housing Market - In Metropolitan zones
Abstract: Since the evolution of the human era, the race has been constantly in search of integrating the necessities of life food, shelter, clothing as they are the principles needed for survival. The shelter evolved from its mother nature and has undergone various social changes that led to both boons and cons through the concepts of revolution and urbanization. The effects of urbanization leading to more migrational populations into urban centres …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Revitalization of Tambirabarani Riverfront, Tirunelveli
Abstract: Rivers play an important role in human civilization. In Indian countries, rivers were considered as sacred and it holds the Historic and heritage significance of the place. But in the current scenario, due to the growth of the city and rapid urbanization, the river was exploited to pollution. River Tamirabarani is known for its regional and cultural importance, hence the need to revive the dying river is found significant. Hence …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 44–55 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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Historic Gardens – Patterns of Nature and Culture
Abstract: Historically, the way Landscape and the gardens were treated, depended upon the attitude and view of the people towards nature. Landscape and gardens have been viewed and designed differently in the Eastern and Western cultures. Nature can be dominated and controlled and made to serve humans is the view generally attributed to the west. Harmony and co-existence with nature and the action taken not to radically change nature but to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Effective Site Planning For Sustainable Development
Abstract: Site Planning involves the organization of built mass with the outdoor spaces to meet human needs and desires while protecting, conserving or enhancing natural environment and processes. However, the creation of spaces that meet social, environmental, cultural, aesthetic and practical requirements of the people in the best possible way define the Effective Site Planning. The analysis of site helps in the assessment of potential and constraints of the site. Site …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Review article: Worthwhile Safeguard of Soil in India – A Need for Future Juveniles
Abstract: Soil is a mixture formed by a porous matrix, which consists of air, water and biota and its severe degradation is a major concern that depends on several factors. Soil problems are due to diversity, water problems, distribution and specific vulnerability of soils. They also depend on geography, relief and climate. In India soil conditions are degraded and are even further worsen by human behavior. Soil is a major part …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Vertical Landscaping – A Tool for Sustainable Tall Buildings in Tropical Climates
Abstract: With rapid urbanization there has been an ever increasing demand for office and housing space in cities, resulting in taller building typologies. The large concentration of development in urban centers causes an imbalance to the ecology of the place as it replaces vast quantities of natural reserve and vegetation. In recent decades, this has triggered many environmental issues, the city has become more aware and urban planners are willing to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Green Roofing Materials in Vernacular Residential Buildings: Case Study in Kashan, Iran
Abstract: Negative impacts on the environment have been increased due to the human activities including usage of improper materials in buildings. As a solution, green materials, which are suitable for environment, can be used in the buildings. Roofing materials play a significant role in sustainability issues. They can provide environmental advantages if the materials meet the green criteria. The master builders in the past, considered the sustainability criteria in their constructions. …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Identification of Ecological Open Spaces of Urban Areas for Smart City Development: A Case of Jabalpur City in Madhya Pradesh in India
Abstract: The birth of a human habitation starts from an idea of shelter in a natural place which satisfies the parameter of food, water and security. These centers in course of time expand and utilize the neighborhood resources for land, minerals, forests, water from ground and surface water bodies, etc. thereby depleting the original values and in the process ending all vital open spaces which were once the cause of genesis. …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Case study of Traditional Step Well at Gwalior, India
Abstract: Today when everyone has issue with scarcity of drinking water and we are digging more and more to get water from the ground and now that is because the demand and supply gets increases so we need to know the value of the traditional water system and we should realized it today that our ancestor was visionary and though the water was always been carrying a sacred value for them, …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 48–51 Read article
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Understanding Universities Land Policy and their Implementation Strategies in Kenya: The Case of Karatina University Main Campus, Kenya
Abstract: Several studies have been done on Land Use and Land Cover Changes (LULCC). Most of these have focused on the impacts of human activities on forests, agriculture and urban areas. There lacks exclusive studies on the role of development planning policies on state universities land use functions in Kenya. To address these gaps, this study carried out an analysis of land use and land cover change in Karatina University within …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 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