Essays about: "Urban design"

Showing result 41 - 45 of 2078 essays containing the words Urban design.

1. 41. THRIVE - with heritage to sustainability

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

   Author : Ralph Frühwirth; Martyna Idasiak; [2023]
   Keywords : urban design; architecture; landscape architecture; sustainability; portugal; lisbon; mouraria; heritage; climate change; heat waves; water management; cities; urbanity; housing; environment; local life; urban rehabilitation; green jobs; solar energy; traffic management; biodiversity; Arts and Architecture; Earth and Environmental Sciences; History and Archaeology; Social Sciences; Technology and Engineering; General Works; Science General;

   Abstract : The historic urban area of Lisbon emerged during the Middle Ages and was the origin of the development of a rather small neighbourhood, Mouraria. Not only did it count as the centre of the capital, but because of Lisbon being the metropolis of the Portuguese empire, Mouraria is now home to a diverse group of people, whose culture influences its special characteristics to this day. READ MORE

3. 42. Sustainable and affordable housing in Nairobi, Kenya : An analysis of challenges and opportunities from the perspective of key actors

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Toyah Eglin; [2023]
   Keywords : affordable housing; sustainable buildings; local implementations; bioclimatic adaptations;

   Abstract : The global urban population is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years, leading to an increase in housing demand that is not always met with adequate supply of quality housing. In the low-and middle-income context of Kenya, this gap has led to the proliferation of sub-standard housing implementations, with significant social and environmental impacts. READ MORE

4. 43. TELEHEALTH BEYOND DISPARITIES & DIVIDES : Rural care practitioners’ adoption  of telehealth: a case study

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för informatik

   Author : Shazada Cheema; Emelie Robertsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Digital Literacy; HCI; Rural Healthcare; Rural Urban Divide; Telehealth; Telemedicine; Usability; User Experience; UX-design;

   Abstract : Telehealth in rural and underserved areas are increasing rapidly due to centralization and cutbacks in healthcare. Since many telehealth studies has a patient-centered focus or organizational perspectives, we find a gap in research regarding practitioners' view in the unique contexts of rural areas. READ MORE

5. 44. Soundscapes i Rosendal

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Lisa Vogel; [2023]
   Keywords : soundscape; ljudlandskap; ljudgestaltning; ljud; buller;

   Abstract : Ljud är en viktig upplevelsemässig aspekt i landskapet. Ljud inom landskapsarkitekturen tenderar dock att underprioriteras i förhållande till visuella aspekter. Traditionellt handlar design gällande ljud i landskapet om att reducera ljud, då problematiken kring buller i städer är ständigt närvarande och kan leda till hälsoproblem. READ MORE

6. 45. Ice Cold Urban Planning : A Literature Review on Challenges and Strategies in Designing Sustainable Winter Cities

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

   Author : Carlos Huerta; Catrin Axelsson; [2023]
   Keywords : winter cities; sustainable urban planning; accessibility; transportation; winter trails; cold climate; urban design; snow management; literature review; vinterstäder; hållbar stadsplanering; tillgänglighet; transport; vinterleder; kallt klimat; urban design; vitstruktur; litteraturöversikt;

   Abstract : Designing winter cities after the conditions of the winter weather entails unique challenges that require urban planning that is adapted to the specific conditions. One challenge is enabling transportation and accessibility despite heavy snowfall and slippery road surfaces. READ MORE