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Harmony and Dissonance: Ecocritical Reflections in Dhruv Bhatt's Literary Landscape
Abstract: Abstract: This research delves into the realm of ecocriticism through an exploration of Dhruv Bhatt's literary landscape, shedding light on the intricate relationship between human existence and the natural world. The study emphasizes the pervasive influence of environmental elements in Bhatt's novels, illustrating how characters navigate their identities and destinies within the context of nature. The research contends that literature, particularly Bhatt's works, serves as a powerful medium for fostering …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Gender equality - A promise to attain sustainable development
Abstract: Abstract: “There are no passengers on the spaceship earth, we all are crew” says Marshall Macluhan. Some plays major roles, some minor – but we all together contribute significantly to achieve sustainable development. The term sustainability can be defined as promising one another not to damage or harm our natural resources, our rich culture and our healthy traditions. It is also about accepting the change – positive change and be …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Study on Compressive Strength of Concrete by Partial Replacement of Cement with Metakaolin
Abstract: Concrete is that the most typically used material for construction. The worldwide production of cement has greatly inflated since 1990. Production of cement leads to heaps of environmental pollution because it involves the emission of CO2 gas. Supplementary building material materials (SCM) area unit finely ground solid materials that area unit accustomed replace a little of the cement in a very concrete mixture. These supplementary materials could also be present, …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–36 Read article
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Revitalization of Art and Craft at Leh (Ladakh) Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: A craft is a branch of profession that requires some particular kind of skilled work. In historical sense, particularly as pertinent to the Medieval history and earlier, the term is usually applied towards people occupied in small-scale production of goods. The meaning of craft and its values are ever-changing with development of new techniques and methods. Craft centre is a one-stop craft destination which offers visitors a unique variety of …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Study of Architectural Features and Stability of Ancient Military Defence Type Island Fort of Medhakot in Konkan Coast of India
Abstract: The Medhakot or Murud Janjira is a Water Fort (Jal Durg) and it is categorized under Sea Island Fort of India. It was constructed primarily by Raja Ram Rao Patil, Chief Kolis of Rajapuri Village in 16th Century. It was known as Medhakot Fort in coastal region of Koliwada. Later it was captured by Sidis [1] who had been occupied it until the independence of India in 1947. The fort …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Probing into heritage conservation in Puducherry
Abstract: Out of natural and cultural heritage identified by UNESCO, cultural heritage remains of more context/importance to architects. Worldwide, many architects have contributed to restoration/conservation of architects. This article deals with contribution by one of such architect from Puducherry, Late Ajit Koujalgi. Article describes 9 of his outstanding works. It is more through images and therefore article also needs to be taken more as a visual delight. India has rich architectural …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Synchronous Perspective of Architectural Journalism
Abstract: Writing has always been a result of the world’s best personalities, and architects are no special case. The capacity to compose is significant for an assortment of reasons: it facilitates effective communication, encourages the exploration and expression of ideas; it facilitates critical evaluation of previous architectures and precedents; and it aids in the development of the mental skills required for imaginative thinking. Today, with such an enormous structure of architecture, …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Conservation Practices Depleting Values and Lifespan of Heritage
Abstract: Human Life was developed based on needs and requirements for living. Each building embodies one or more of these concepts, such as life, love, hope, and death, in its own unique way. Many beautiful works have been created to express love such as Taj Mahal. The importance of hope (temples) and the requirement for burial grounds or crypts to satisfy the after death were factors in the development of religion …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Comparison of Aldo Rossi's The Architecture of the City (1966) with Christopher Alexander's The Timeless Way of Building (1979) in the Context of the Concept of Permanence in Architecture
Abstract: Postmodern historicism debates that emerged in the architecture of the 1960s and 1970s have led to the questioning of the concept of ‘permanence’ in architecture on the modern and postmodern sides of architecture. Permanence in architectural theory is also a concept that theorists have formed different views and approaches on during this period. Aldo Rossi and Christopher Alexander, two architects have been influential in modern-postmodern discussions with their works and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 65–75 Read article
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“The Enduring Legacy of the Ten Sikh Gurus: A Review of Their Impact on Sikhism"
Abstract: The paper begins by examining the core principles of Sikhism, including the major philosophies such as Seva, social justice, and the importance of selfless service. The ten Sikh Gurus are then discussed, highlighting their major contributions to Sikhism and their enduring legacies. The paper describes the key teachings and philosophies of each Guru and how they shaped the development of Sikhism over time. Also the work done by researchers in …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Design Techniques of Green Building
Abstract: The green building concept has been with successfully accepted by several countries in their construction to save the loss of energy, defend atmosphere, and recycle the materials. Green building style minimizes the negative human impacts on the natural resources. Passive star building style is one among the subcategories of the green building concept. Execution of the concept of passive star building style within the tropical countries incorporates a bigger potential …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–33 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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Earthen Architecture: Sustainable and Eco-Efficient Construction
Abstract: Sustainable construction or material can be achieved by using the local and natural resources so that it can meet cultural, economic and social needs, but it does not refer to degrade these resources to such extent that they cannot meet these needs in future generations. Earth materials are cheap, abundant, environment friendly and are the extensively used material for construction around the world. The number of ancient earthen building that …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Sludge as a Raw Material for Manufacturing of Bricks
Abstract: Dumping of sewage sludge is one of the leading problems of sewage treatment plant. Thus, productively using of sewage sludge for manufacturing of bricks can be a better option to minimize the sludge disposal problems as well as save natural resources required for manufacturing of conventional bricks. Our work focuses on the conversion of the sludge into a construction material and use as a raw material for bricks and also …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 57–60 Read article
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Study of Self-healing Biomimetic materials and their roles in repairing building cracks in Warm and Humid climate in India
Abstract: The plant and the animal kingdom have an intrinsic property through which they have the ability of self-healing themselves to survive against any injuries or defects. Self-healing biomimetic materials are those that have been inspired by this self-repairing property of Nature and they tend to incorporate natural elements in the material itself that ultimately leads to more sustainable and even regenerative buildings. In this paper, the different types of self-healing …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–24 Read article
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Enhancing thermal comfort of low cost housing for composite climate in india: analytical study
Abstract: In the past few decades, humankind has experienced a progressive change from an industrial age to the modern era. This change of technology has its influence on individual human's life. These developments are not proving uniform for all the sections of society.So it has broadened the gap between the economic groups of the society. Economically weaker group of society has been impacted most because of their lack of resources. One …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 25–38 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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ESSENCE OF BUILDING INTELLIGENCE FOR BUILDING SELF RECOGNITION
Abstract: This study relies on autonomous logical thinking about the reification of building intelligence since around 1988 to build and fight the Building Intelligence Framework (BIF). The "intelligent interior design framework" is a model of a consolidated normal language preparing and visual scene creation framework, with a specialist framework at its middle, which acts in the area of inside plan. There is no generally applicable definition for intelligent building ideas, but …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Impact of Industrial Development on City Planning and Habitat: A Case Study of Firozabad
Abstract: Habitat can be defined as the space where all living being and organism or a community spent their life with all the necessary things they need to survive in all odd situation. It is like a living place, that depends on the availability of natural resources used by the human habitat. Human habitat can bedefined as the mode of living within the space with all the necessary resources that is …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Analysing Pedestrian Facilities in Dhaka, Bangladesh––Scope for Adapting BREEAM Assessments
Abstract: To achieve a sustainable environment, authorities from all over the world are emphasizing on pedestrian development, abandoning motorized vehicles. The developing countries like Bangladesh are getting oversaturated with the demand for public transport, which is having a brutal impact on the environment. Regrettably, once the city with rich traditions, Dhaka, cannot be stated as a pedestrian-friendly capital city anymore. Maximum infrastructural facilities are not suitable for public use. The government …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–15 Read article