New method of evaluating spatial quality for innovation districts: A case study of Haidian and Chaoyang districts, Beijing
Available online 18 October 2024
Science and technology innovation has become the core driving force of urban development, and innovation spaces as the carriers of innovation activities have evolved continuously, forming the emerging...
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The impact of the mega-event on urban morphology: Arbaeen event in Al-Najaf as a case study
Available online 18 October 2024
This study explores the morphological changes resulting from mega-events, focusing on the impact of the Arbaeen event on Al-Najaf's city morphology post-2003. It examines the physical, socio-cultural,...
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Urban geometry as a climate adaptation strategy for enhancing outdoor thermal comfort in a hot desert climate
Available online 16 October 2024
This study aimed to assess the impact of varying street canyon geometries on outdoor thermal comfort in two Egyptian cities with distinct climates: Aswan, located in the southern desert region, and...
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Quantitative evaluation of color system of small and medium-sized cities based on color recognition of street view images: A case study of Feng County, China
Available online 5 October 2024
The research on color planning for small and medium-sized cities in China started relatively late, and has not formed a scientific planning, design and control method, which is yet to be analyzed in...
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Study on the distance from green space and social capital of community residents based on the development of smart city—take the city of Lansing as an example
Available online 4 October 2024
This paper innovatively adopts an interdisciplinary method, which is urban design, combined with social investigation, statistical analysis, and case analysis. In this study, 1350 residents in 45 blocks...
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A framework for rural spatial governance based on the eco-environment oriented development mode: The case of coal mining subsidence area on the Weibei Plateau
Available online 2 October 2024
The eco-environment-oriented development (EOD) mode is an innovative project organization and implementation approach that integrates ecological governance, industrial operations, and regional development....
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The birth and demise of a village within the vernacular community of Baduy in Banten, Indonesia
Available online 27 September 2024
Land issues present a multifaceted challenge owing to its status as a long-term investment and the subject of conflicting interests, particularly within traditional village settings. Factors such as...
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A systematic method of generating hinged tessellations by adding hinged plates based on dual graphs
Available online 25 September 2024
Kinetic facades possess aesthetic expressiveness and environmental responsiveness, aligning with the principles of low-carbon architecture. Current kinetic facades primarily rely on three-dimensional...
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Effects of facades positioned at different angles on building thermal performance and flow behaviors
Available online 23 September 2024
This study simulates wind effects on a standard tall building model as specified by the Commonwealth Advisory Aeronautical Council (CAARC). We generated data to enhance living conditions through passive...
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Creative interior design matching the indoor structure generated through diffusion model with an improved control network
Available online 21 September 2024
AI-driven interior design generation offers promising applications. However, current AI-based diffusion models struggle to generate indoor layouts in pixel-level alignment with the indoor structure....
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Current status and research progress in architectural programming: A comparative analysis between China and other countries
Available online 20 September 2024
Architectural programming is of significant importance in improving urban planning efficiency, enhancing the sustainability of the construction industry, and supporting the development of social infrastructure....
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“Design nature”: A color interpretation of Bauhaus school building in Dessau and its conceptual origins
Available online 12 September 2024
In modernist architecture, color serves as a crucial tool in shaping spatial experiences. However, due to historical reasons, the color design of early modernist architecture has not been fully explored....
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Multi-scale correlation analysis between geometric parameters and solar radiation in high density urban environment——Case study in Nanjing
Available online 12 September 2024
This study explores the impact of multi-scale urban morphology on solar radiation in high-density environments, focusing on Nanjing as a case study. Using Grasshopper, the research decomposed urban...
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The virtual-real measurement of Chinese garden impression: A quantitative analysis of cognitive experience of Jiangnan gardens with virtual reality experiments
August 2024
Traditional Jiangnan garden architecture in China offers distinct spatial impressions that hold significance in contemporary architectural expression. Yet, the understanding and analysis of these spaces...
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A triangular architectural relation model among sustainability, beauty, and power
August 2024
Sustainability, beauty, and power are notions that hit our contemporary perception every day. However, they have been an integral part of architecture and urban planning in various forms since the ages....
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The mechanism of block form diversification in urban morphological transformation: Case study of grid blocks in Beijing, China
August 2024
Beijing is a typical traditional city in China, originating from the uniform and conventional grid plan, but transformed diversely, either on purpose or spontaneously. This research took the diversification...
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Integrating BIM and machine learning to predict carbon emissions under foundation materialization stage: Case study of China's 35 public buildings
August 2024
For the significant energy consumption and environmental impact, it is crucial to identify the carbon emission characteristics of building foundations construction during the design phase. This study...
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Art and construction related qualities of 14th‒15th century monuments in a rural landscape on the western coast of Türkiye
August 2024
This study aims to contribute to the understanding of the evolution of art and construction in the early settlements established by Turkish communities on the far west Asian coast by focusing on two...
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Mathematical beauty and Palladian architecture: Measuring and comparing visual complexity and diversity
August 2024
Palladio's design principles, including proportion and harmony, have often been associated with mathematical definitions of beauty. However, the geometric and semantic properties of his façades have...
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Impact of solar reflectivity and infrared emissivity on the thermal performance of metal and concrete roofs in cloudy warm-humid climate
August 2024
Regions near latitude 0° are characterized by warm-humid climate and also by high cloudiness. In these regions, metal roofs has been the most widely used typology. However, in the last decades, the...
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Perception beyond sight: Investigating the cognitive maps of congenitally blind individuals in urban environments
August 2024
This study explores the challenges faced by congenitally blind individuals in navigating urban environments. Specifically, this research investigates the factors that contribute to the construction...
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Socioeconomic performance of in-between open spaces in a post-socialist city of Tirana, Albania
August 2024
The urban development of Tirana during the last few years is characterized by significant expansion, population growth and intensive residential construction. The post-socialist city became much denser,...
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Quantifying the link between industrialization, urbanization, and economic growth over Kenya
August 2024
Industrialization is a key element for economic growth in both developed and undeveloped countries. Due to globalization, the cause-effect between industrialization, economic growth and urbanization...
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A novel approach for assessing color harmony of historical buildings via street view image
August 2024
While new buildings continue to emerge in the process of urbanization, historical buildings, as valuable legacies carrying national historical memory, play an important role in the urban landscape....
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