Essays about: "urban strategies"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 695 essays containing the words urban strategies.

  1. 21. 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

  3. 22. 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

  4. 23. 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

  5. 24. Lek, lärande & rörelse på bostadsgården med dagvatten som resurs

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Anna Forsfält Ljungberg; Matilda Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : multifunktionalitet; vattenlek; inlärning; rörelse; dagvatten; dagvattenhantering; bostadsgård; ; vattengestaltning; ekostaden; Augustenborg; Bo01; resurshantering;

    Abstract : Föreliggande studie utreder hur dagvatten kan användas som resurs för att främja lek, lärande och rörelse på bostadsgården. I urbana sammanhang ses ofta dagvatten som ett problem då stora vattenflöden överbelastar vår infrastruktur med förödande konsekvenser. READ MORE

  6. 25. The use and potential of Quality of Life as a Concept Innovation for municipal Sustainable Development Strategies : The case of Helsingborg municipality in Sweden

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Anna Maria Bracio; Asma Mansour; [2023]
    Keywords : Diffusion of Innovation Theory; public sector innovation; concept innovation; sustainable development; Sweden; Quality of Life; citizen participation;

    Abstract : Our world today is facing unprecedented challenges in relation to creating a sustainable way of life. Urban areas have a significant potential to positively contribute to addressing these pressing challenges in sustainable development. The public sector plays a central role in ensuring a sustainable development of its municipality. READ MORE