Essays about: "Reykjavik"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 34 essays containing the word Reykjavik.

  1. 1. Growing Up in the City: Enhancing Safety and Liveability for Children in Established Urban Areas

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Salóme Rósa Thorkelsdóttir; [2023]
    Keywords : Urban design; children; child-friendly; play; mobility network; Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : This thesis explores various aspects of urban design and societal factors that contribute to creating child-friendly environments. The study begins by examining child-friendly design, emphasizing the significance of considering children’s needs in urban planning. READ MORE

  3. 2. Feasibility study of a high-rise CLT building in a seismic area with high wind loads : A finite element approach

    University essay from KTH/Bro- och stålbyggnad

    Author : Inga Berglind Eggertsdóttir; Emelía Ósk Gunnarsdóttir; [2023]
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    Abstract : Timber has been used as a construction material for thousands of years. However,the inventions of stronger materials and increased construction of taller buildings hasled to decreased use of wood products. READ MORE

  4. 3. Transport Poverty in Reykjavík, Iceland : Service Area Analysis of Essential Services

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för geografi

    Author : Francisco Javier Ari Quintana; [2023]
    Keywords : transport poverty; time poverty; accessibility; service area; GIS; Reykjavík; Iceland;

    Abstract : This thesis delves into the manifestations of transport poverty and time poverty in the Greater Reykjavík area, highlighting the accessibility of essential healthcare, educational, and grocery services through various transport modes - driving, public transit, cycling, and walking. Utilizing a service area analysis with network datasets in ArcGIS Pro, the study indicates some disparities in travel times experienced by different demographic groups, with a particular emphasis on the university-eligible population. READ MORE

  5. 4. Listahúsið

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Elías Beck Sigurþórsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Iceland; Reykjavík; restoration; preservation; culture; art;

    Abstract : Located in Laugarnes, Reykjavík there is an industrial building, just over 10.000m2, originally built as a slaughterhouse for the institution SS. The construction started in 1985 but due to financial setback the company never moved its function into the building. READ MORE

  6. 5. Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) for disincentivizing car ownership and use in Reykjavík

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Francisco Javier Ari Quintana; [2021]
    Keywords : Transportation; Car ownership; Shared mobility; Mobility-as-a-Service; MaaS; Disincentives; Reykjavík;

    Abstract : Iceland faces problems in achieving decarbonization goals, especially regarding its transportation sector having highly car-oriented passenger transport in the capital city, Reykjavík. Therefore, there is a need to shift toward more sustainable transport modes. READ MORE