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53 articles for “open spaces”
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Aranya Housing Project: A Paradigm of Affordable Housing and Inclusive Design
Abstract: The Aranya Housing Project, designed by the visionary architect Balkrishna Doshi, stands as a benchmark in the realm of affordable housing and sustainable urban development. Situated in Indore, India, and completed in 1987, the project was conceived to address the acute housing shortage faced by low- and middle-income groups in rapidly urbanizing regions. Moving away from conventional grid-based layouts, the project adopts an innovative, community-focused approach that integrates incremental housing …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Assymmetrical development and urban Agglomeration issues in Shilong
Abstract: Abstract: The expansion of the hill city of Shillong has sprawled into an urban agglomeration that lacks organised urban management with a population that is not as well served through development schemes as the core municipal area. Over the past few decades, growth in the Municipal area has gradually decreased as population density has overshot acceptable limits. At the same time, new Census towns have enlarged the urban agglomeration with …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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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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Good Practices for Preventing Ghettoization in Social Housing Projects: An Outline of the Cyprus Case
Abstract: The paper deals with the issue of ghettoization, which often takes place in social housing complexes, starting from the Cyprus housing reality. At the same time it focuses on mitigation strategies regarding: (a) Social mixing and lowing the percentage of low income groups by using design and planning decisions and through the way that the units are offered to the market; (b) The supply of adequate number of units that …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Importance of Traffic and Transportation Plan in the Context of Land Use Planning for Indian Cities
Abstract: Traffic congestion is one of the important issues in developing cities and it depends on the change in land use. Regulation of zoning and land use play as major role to mitigate the traffic congestion. Integration of Land use and transport system is one of the good solution to manage the traffic congestion is developing cities. In the past decades, Urban sprawl has resulted in to loss of high quality …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Planning for Socio-Economic Development in Towns
Abstract: This article aims at understanding of the census towns and its socio-economic factors. In this paper, the current socio-economic issues of census towns and proposals for the town including housing, open spaces, inclusivity, employment generation, economic base and other necessary social infrastructure are briefly studied through literature study and case study. This dissertation paper can be taken forward to understand and analyse how small towns acts as a catalyst between …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Solutions of Landscape Design for Stormwater Management in the Urban Open-Green Areas in Konya
Abstract: Water is the source of life and at the same time, it is an important element of both the landscape and the landscape design. Water is among the most challenging natural resources to manage effectively, in recent century. Water is getting scarce day by day for a lot of reasons such as the climate change, population growth and demand increase, consumption-based lifestyles, urbanization, and industrialization etc. To find solutions of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Liquid Architecture: Cultural Narratives, Spatial Metaphors, and the Evolution of Fluid Form
Abstract: Liquid architecture represents a fundamental rethinking of architectural space, moving away from the long-standing assumption that buildings must be static, permanent, and formally fixed. Rather than understanding architecture as an object defined by rigid boundaries and stable geometry, liquid architecture proposes space as a fluid condition shaped by movement, atmosphere, perception, and cultural meaning. Rooted in cultural theory, phenomenology, and spatial anthropology, this approach views architecture as an evolving narrative …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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The paradigm shift in design of residential building in post-covid-19 pandemic situation
Abstract: It has been experienced that building design is constantly evolving among the ongoing era, while the world slowly adapting to life in a pandemic. Architecture is being called upon to reshape our spaces. What might the future of design hold in the post-COVID era? Can building science help to reduce the risk of COVID 19 finding the balance between humans and nature? Discussing examples from the past how design has …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Impact of Architectural Space Design of Office on Job Satisfaction and Well-Being
Abstract: Productivity used to be the eventual objective for previously age groups of office employees whose frame of mind around work was to bring the “work only” description for themselves into the office. The whole, individual was not actually careful in space design in the past; instead, the center of attention was onpurposeful obligations that supports the work character: assignments, knowledge, and procedure. At present there is an up-and-coming chance to …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Intelligent IoT-Based Parking System for Smart City Applications
Abstract: Abstract Modern urban life is increasingly disrupted by one of its most overlooked problems: inefficient and outdated parking systems. From long vehicle queues to wasted time and fuel, the lack of automation in parking management continues to create unnecessary stress for both drivers and facility operators. The absence of intelligent monitoring often results in poor space utilization and chaotic movement within parking areas. This research aims to solve that problem …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Analysis of various thicknesses of Shear Wall with Opening and without Opening and their Percentage Reinforcement
Abstract: Due to increase in population spacing in India is needed, especially in urban areas. Structural engineers in the seismic regions across the world often face the pressure to design high rise buildings with stiffness irregularities, even though they know these buildings are vulnerable under seismic loading. Today’s tall buildings are becoming more and more slender, leading to the possibility of more sway in comparison with earlier high rise buildings. Improving …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Topological Analysis of Artificial Neural Network
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper analyzes the Artificial Neural Network (ANN) over the metric. The dimension, curvature and mappings are the three characteristics of analysis. The impact of ANN in finite and infinite space is also considered. The Euclidean metric is the limit of generalization. The structure of neuron and its mapping are presented over the finite dimension. The discrete and continuous structure of neurons is studied mathematically and its formulation is …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Seismic Behavior of Soft Storey Building with Static and Dynamic Earthquake Loading
Abstract: Soft first storey is a typical feature in the modern multi-storey constructions in urban India. Though multi-storied buildings with soft storey floor are inherently vulnerable to collapse due to earthquake, their construction is still widespread in the developing like India. Functional and Social need to provide car parking space at ground level and for offices open stories at different level of structure far out-weighs the warning against such buildings from …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Review of Elements Required for Habitation on Planet Mars
Abstract: The goal of the current paper is to explore the options and concepts regarding habitation on the planet Mars. The exploration and colonization of the universe, possible with contemporary technologies, are the reason to conduct scientific researches in the different fields of science and engineering. In the near future (2026–2030), organizations like ‘Space X’ plan to send human beings on Mars. This opens up a huge demand for the livable …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Study of Vertical Greenery System as Passive Approach for Sustainable Design
Abstract: With rapid urbanization and population growth, the use of land for construction of residential, industrial areas and other infrastructure is resulting in microclimate deterioration and air pollution. Due to urbanization, the urban heat island effect has become a serious problem. Urban greenery is attracting an increased attention as the mitigation against urban thermal environment. Subsequently, greenery has turned into a key component of urban change and the outer surfaces of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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Co-Living Spaces for GEN Z: Sustainable and Socially Interactive Interiors
Abstract: In a time marked by increasing urbanization and changing work patterns, co-living has surfaced as a contemporary housing option that promotes affordability, flexibility, sustainability, and social connections. This dissertation examines the rising attraction of co-living among Generation Z, a group known for its digital proficiency, environmental awareness, and a strong preference for shared experiences. In contrast to conventional housing arrangements, co-living environments blend private or semi-private living spaces with shared …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–63 Read article
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Recreational Spaces and Well-being: A Case of Gated Communities in Thiruvananthapuram, India
Abstract: This research article investigates the present situation of recreational spaces in gated communities and its neighborhood in the South Indian city, Thiruvananthapuram. As per various cases studies examined throughout the world, in this modern fast-paced society, quality recreational spaces can only act as a tool to break social fragmentation to create social cohesion and well-being among the communities. The research method includes simple random sampling with questionnaire survey conducted in …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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A Review on Waste Bakelite as Replacement Partially Over Coarse Aggregate in Concrete Mix
Abstract: Various components in India are made up of Bakelite. Saffron Global Dumping of waste Bakelite through landfill is not allowed due to it effect on soil mass and open burning is not allow because of the emission of harmful gases which cause air pollution. A large space of storehouse requires to store large amount of area for keeping waste Bakelite which becomes management problem of waste. Despite managing waste Bakelite …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Psychological Impacts of Built Environments in Varied Office Types: A Survey–Literature Comparative Analysis
Abstract: Modern workplaces are no longer just places to sit and work – they are environments that shape how people think, feel, and perform every single day. A well-designed office can energize, calm, or motivate its users, while a poorly designed one can quietly drain their focus and well-being. This study examines how lighting, ventilation, acoustics, privacy, greenery, and spatial layout influence the psychological experience of office users. Insights from 20 …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 52–61 Read article