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Architects Approach on Issues of Prefabrication and Deconstruction and Their Prospects in Construction IndustryBy Sharmin Khan, Anwar Hussian
Abstract: Prefabrication and demolition have been popular words in the construction industry but unfortunately they are not widely accepted and practiced. This paper explores the two concepts in detail with respect to their practices. The study further extends towards investigating the national as well as international approach adopted by the architects towards the prefabrication and demolition issues and the suggestions for prospects ahead. The study also suggests for their prospects as …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article →
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Short Communication: Integration in Building DesignBy Sharmin Khan
Abstract: Integration means bringing together people or things of different nature. These combine to form a larger system after uniting together. This system consists of components that differ in nature, but at the same time it is enriched with the qualities of variety. Integration is the key to success of any programme; especially when we talk about building design. Any building project comprises of design and construction processes.
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–21 Read article →
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Solar Energy: Aid for Sustainability in Building DesignBy Sharmin Khan
Abstract: The increase in urban population, during last couple of years and the pace of development in science and technology have moved parallel. These two activities have given birth to environmental degradation, and are closely knit together. According to UN, the proportion of world’s population living in urban areas shall be greater than the population of those living in rural areas. It is expected that almost all of the increase in …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 21–22 Read article →