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Relooking into the Heritage of Hoysala Temple Architecture using documentation as a tool - A Case of Lakshmi Narayana Temple, Hosaholalu
Abstract: Documentation of heritage buildings through drawings is one of the traditional ways to preserve the tangible heritage of that monument. But detailed drawings are quite cumbersome and require a huge amount of time and effort. Traditional methods of documentation like photogrammetry, Tacheometry etc. may not end up giving accurate data. Recently, advanced technologies like laser scanning proved to be a quite effective tool in the fields of documentation. Laser scanning …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Planning, Development and Management of Sustainable Cities: A Review
Abstract: Cities are the most affected indicators of human activities on the surface of the earth. These human-dominated things, i.e., cities destroy natural habitats, streamline species composition, upset hydrological systems, and adjust energy flow and nutrient cycling. Today, these significant impacts of human activities, initiated from population increase, rapid urbanization, high private motor vehicle dependency, deregulated industrialization and mass livestock production, are increasing exponentially and causing great deal of environmental, social, …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Sustainability and its Importance Today
Abstract: There is no universally arranged upon definition of sustainability. There are many different views on it and how it can be achieved and applied in our daily lifestyle and in the construction industry. “Sustainability means preserving the future for the next generation”. Knowing about the reduction of available resources of energy and materials, Architects today are converging on preserving them for the future generations. For any development to be defined …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 50–52 Read article
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Suitability of the Rice Husk Ash as a Pozzolanic Material for Cement Replacement in Concrete
Abstract: The optimized RHA (rice husk ash) by controlled burn or grinding has been used as a pozzolanic material in cement and concrete. It provides many benefits, like improved strength and sturdiness properties, and environmental edges associated with the disposal of waste materials and to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Up to now, very little analysis has been done to analyze the utilization of RHA as supplementary material in cement and concrete …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 39–50 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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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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Carbon Neutral Materials and Techniques in Architecture
Abstract: Cities like New York, characterized by numerous industrialized skyscrapers and extensive urban construction, may not be ecologically sustainable for our future. Given the current global trajectory, carbon emissions leading to global warming are on a persistent rise. Buildings and construction activities are responsible for a substantial 39% of the total global carbon emissions. Recent research from the World Green Building Council reveals that while technology advancements can help reduce operational …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Identification of Stressors and Their Impact on Riparian Zones
Abstract: Riparian zones are sensitive ecosystems which perform numerous ecosystem services. Urbanisation leads to degrading of the riparian ecosystems and consequently urban hazards like floods, droughts, polluted water bodies etc. The riparia have been giving life and occupation to people since millennia’s since they started settling into societies. The objective of the paper is to identify through case studies and literature review urban stressors which are studied and their impact on …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Urbanization as a Catalyst for Climate Change in Dehradun
Abstract: These days Climate change considered a major issue among scientists, researchers, planners, politicians. Concerning every climatic component, temperature considers its dynamic effect in identifying climatic variations originate around due to urbanization. Consequently, given paper tries to examine the temperature fluctuations of district Dehradun, by examining year wise time slot details minimum, maximum along with mean temperature from 1967 to 2007. Analysis details have been examined in tri fragments by operating …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Enhancing Productivity Through Daylight in Corporate Workspaces
Abstract: It is often seen that elements of nature induces tranquillity and rejuvenates a person. There have already been various medical researches on this concern introspecting the relation between nature, specifically daylight and its benefits. In this paper, we will examine the architectural aspect of it, with allusion to daylight. “Can daylight improve work performance?”, “Whether daylight can be an obstruction or fruitful for the employees if considered in a building …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 51–54 Read article
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Solid Waste Management in Tier II Indian Cities: A Case of Jammu City
Abstract: Indian cities are expanding at an enormous rate to meet the demand for built spaces, which is ever-increasing due to high increase in urban population and lead to development of different residential colonies on outskirts of cities. These residential colonies are mostly deprived of basic infrastructural facilities and have unhygienic and unhealthy living conditions and causes huge environmental degradation. Though, infrastructural facilities of major cities are upgraded under JNNURM but, …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Hybrid Hydroponic System: A Sustainable Technology on Facade for Grey Water Recycling for High Rise Buildings
Abstract: Water, the need of life, is a renewable resource covering two-thirds of our planet. However, a very small proportion is effectively available for human use. It is likely to pose the greatest challenge due to the increased demand with population rise, economic development and shrinking supplies due to over-exploitation and pollution. Grey water reuse is a sustainable and attractive option to cope with global water shortages, which can save 40-70% …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Digital Sketching as a Graphic Language: A Powerful Communication Tool
Abstract: The basic of the graphical language are the illustrations which is followed from the ancient times like in prehistoric Mesopotamia and Egyptian civilization the drawing was carved on the wall and on clay tablet which may be used for circulating the use full information or for need of documentation. If we compare with past the techniques are less and so the graphics medium was also limited but today there are …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Design Criteria for Acoustic Comfort Performance in High-rise Buildings
Abstract: The design criteria for high rise and traditional buildings take issue in acoustics as similar applies for engineering and architectural design. The most common sources for vibration and noise are: the effect of wind on structural systems the wind effects structural systems, high speed elevators, the dimensions of the facade, mechanical and electrical systems, and occupied workplace areas. These is countered by the recent developments in property style, structure systems …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–15 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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Multifunctional Furniture: A Space Saving Solution for Small Spaces
Abstract: The on-growing world population has led to increased urbanisation and a shift towards smaller apartments due to huge economic gaps between the rich and poor as well as the lack of space to build new buildings, caused by the high population density. In India a major portion of the middle-classpopulation is living in small homes or apartments. Is it getting difficult to adjust in such spaces when the human needs …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 63–71 Read article
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Role of Community Participation in Achieving Equitable and Inclusive Development for Social Sustainability in India
Abstract: Abstract Social sustainability through effective community participation can lead to equitable and inclusive Development in India. The Mid-Term Appraisal of 11th Five Year Plan of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India and the experience of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) has demonstrated the need for adopting a process of change management that will ensure the sustainability of urban transformation. On the same lines, …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Review Insight: Hits of Urbanization on Open Area, Upbringing and Environment in India
Abstract: In the coming century the development of the cities into the rural–urban edging are direct and indirect impacts with those who living there facing new problems and ethics in meeting their life needs and accommodating the concomitant of urbanization. As India is the most populated country urbanization provide entertainment, employment, shopping, and a generally higher standard of living. The flow under which urban population growth in developing countries is going …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Review Insight on Green Building Architecture for Conservation of Environment
Abstract: Day by day high building structure s leading for the emission of greenhouse gases which depleting ozone layer and effecting the environment very badly. This is a global issue emerging day to day life. Recently National Institute of Building Sciences (USA) mentioned that buildings emitting huge amount of unwanted gases in the environment like CO2, NO, SO2, etc. which are dangerous for the entire environment. This is a very serious …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–36 Read article
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Socio-economic Impact of Land Acquisition Act on Tribal House-hold of Jajpur District, Orissa
Abstract: The impact assessment of a newly planned development on socially marginalized sections of people is a rare phenomenon. In the current land acquisition practice for large scale development, the impact assessments carried out are confined to the economic viability, whereas the social aspect is understated. Realisation of such lacunae in land acquisition processes becomes evident only when the people start protesting. In this study, the impact of land acquisition in …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article