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The Study of Urban Commercial Streets
Abstract: Street plays an important role in a city. It has diverse activities and gives a character to the whole city. Even in recent times, streets are an important and major part representing the identity of cities which also shape as public open space in the city. People hang on these streets for functional, social, and leisure activities, for playing, meeting, communication with other people; and sometimes for relaxation making it …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–33 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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An Appraisal on Stylistic Approach of the Senate Building, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Abstract: In actual sense, perception of style and qualities of the styles connotes greater meaning in architectural field, as well it can change with time. These perceptions vary and differ among people, and will not stop professionals from basic appraisals, and some sort of reasonable questions about the formations of styles. Therefore, style in the field of architecture and other related discipline is viewed as a central base for argument among …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Analysis of Indirect cost of Construction Projects in India
Abstract: Cost is one of vital performance indicator for construction projects. All construction projects consists of direct and indirect costs. Indirect cost form significant part of contract value. Previous studies suggest that there exist a general practice of taking total overhead as percentage of direct cost or contract value. Such a thumb rule is highly susceptible to inaccuracy because various project factors. Since, indirect cost is an important factor for project …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–23 Read article
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Northern Contemporary Palaces: A Tool of Promoting Hausa Architectural Identity
Abstract: The origins of buildings started with the origins of human tradition in a society and their peaceful coexistence. Therefore, culture and tradition as a starting point of every human settlement have a potential of architectural identity as well foster significant visual image that embodies physical and symbolic meanings. However, in a communal settlement, architecture usually signified the identity of a place that generate pleasant appearance which in all cases excite …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–45 Read article
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Sustainable Habitat for Urban Living of Different Metropolitan Cities: A Case Study
Abstract: Habitat policies area unit government's response in understanding issues, perceived approach towards the remedies, and visualize future development of the society. This ancient capitalist approach usually neglects superior moral dimensions of equality and justice. Capitalist sector usually restricts itself in gross national product growth numbers and find large economic centers like metropolises. Increasing “metropolitanisation” within the globe could be a direct manifestation of this lopsided economic aspiration that has effects …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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‘Art and Culture’- The Canvas of A Smart City
Abstract: ‘Art and Culture’ are very important for the development of any nation. Culture and Creativity/ Art manifest themselves in almost all economic, social and other activities. A country as diverse as India is symbolized by the plurality of its culture. India has one of the world’s largest collections of songs, music, dance, theatre, folk traditions, performing arts, rites and rituals, paintings and writings that are known, as the ‘Intangible Cultural …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Urban agriculture to enhance a city from a sustainability point of view
Abstract: As we all know, 70 percent of rural households still depend primarily on agriculture. The core activity of rural areas is agriculture still now. The proportion of the rural population declined from 72.19% to 68.84%, which in turn tells that population in urban areas is increasing day by day. But the sad truth is, this mass level of the population depends on rural areas for the food source. “Urban agriculture: …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 26–37 Read article
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Protecting the Viewscape and Visual Relationship of Sacred Heritage Monuments in South India – A Case of Gopurams of Tamil Nadu
Abstract: The unique significance and social value of heritage monuments across the world prompted many governments to work out strategies to protect their viewscapes. The Sacred heritage monuments and their viewscape are important to the overall quality of our communities, the views and visual relationships towards these monuments foster emotional bonding between people and them. In India, many such sacred heritage monuments are surrounded by new urban development which destroy the …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–35 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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Energy Saving Technology and Concepts of Green Building in India
Abstract: The Green Building Assembly is a comparatively new spectacle in the Indian Construction sector. With amassed awareness regarding global warming and environment variation movement for justifiable development is attaining force. National and State Governments have also realized the need for maintainable construction as its economy is developing at the rate of 8 percent annually and people further need to go in for large scale development of Roads & infrastructure. The …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Analysing Material, form, and Aesthetics in the Façade of Casa Batllo
Abstract: Today as the trend of modernism continues, we can see a lot of naiveness in architecture. All the way people have been perpetuating towards the adoption of modern architectural trends. Here in this article, we are studying the oversight and importance of designing the building facades. The Building facade defines the feel of the overall building. The Building façade has a special role to play in light transmittance, acoustic performance …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Appraising Residential Satisfaction Indicators in Emerging Cities of India (Case: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh)
Abstract: The paper comprises of residential satisfaction parameters. The issue is subjective, as residential satisfaction alters with person to person and surroundings. For convenience we chose cities which were on verge of transformation into metropolitan cities. Research says, residential satisfaction is directly related to housing quality levels i.e. qualitative and quantitative both ways. Quantitatively, residential satisfaction is associated with the cost of living, location, social networks, public transport, and familiarity with …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Assessing Housing and Liveability in Northeast India
Abstract: Data are just mere numbers if we look at them in isolation. A number of data are perceived or presented as either good or bad if the focus is on only one state. One of the commonly used measure of data analysis is ranking which is sorting of data for a more holistic assessment. Ranking helps in influencing and prioritizing decision making. Northeast India apart from being considered a high …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Energy assessment of residential building using passive strategies
Abstract: Energy efficiency in building requires specific type of building materials in the design and construction, improving building insulation and sealing performance and enhancing efficiency of heating systems to reduce energy consumption. The main aim of the project is to reduce the energy consumption, carbon emission, life cycle cost, annual operation cost of the building and residential envelope transmittance value. In this project, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, IES VE & ECO-NIWAS …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–16 Read article
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Parking Management in Urban Areas: A Case Study of Vadodara City
Abstract: The Indian cities are developing and spreading rapidly. The parking issue has become a major planning problem in urban areas of major cities because of rapid economical and vehicle population growth. It is stated that population growth and increasing living standards of people are responsible for the risein the city’s vehicular population. Affordable prices and subsidized parking fees are leading people to refer private vehicle over public transit as their …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 45–53 Read article
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Canal Front Regeneration as Sustainable Approach: Bist Doab Canal
Abstract: People are drawn to water. Human interaction with water is prime feature that calls for canal front development. People have a strong desire to feel it, reach it; and thus it becomes very important that approach to water should be given, public space production along the canal shore should be primary purpose. The impact of public spaces on a canalfront can be seen in particular area’s development in economy, people’s …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 35–44 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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Effect of Groundnut Shell Ash Lime on Characteristics of Soil
Abstract: Soil is one of the foremost commonly encountered materials in engineering. However black cotton soils are excellent for agriculture purpose, they are not so good for laying durable roads and construction of buildings. Soil stabilization is additionally how to treat a soil to wish care of, alter or improve the performance of soil. A test examination is apportioned to ascertain the effect of Ground Nut Shell Ash mixed with Lime …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Cases of Kidnapping in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria: Proffering Architectural and other Security Measures against their Re-occurrences.
Abstract: Kidnapping for ransom is a security challenge in Nigeria. Therefore, it became necessary to conduct a research work with regards to kidnapping in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria because of its importance as the capital of the country. The aim of the research was to overview the cases of kidnapping at residential environments in the FCT, in order to generate architectural and other safety guidelines for reducing their …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 26–35 Read article