PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES
KEEPING UP
BOOK OF ABSTRACTS
9 th INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CONFERENCE ON PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES
PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES 2024
THE 9th INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CONFERENCE ON PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES
EDITORS: Dr Tamás Molnár, Dr Aleksandra Djukić, Dr Aleksandra Krstić-Furundžić, Dr Eva Vaništa Lazarević, Dr Gabriella Medvegy, Dr Bálint Bachmann, Dr Milena Vukmirović, Dr Péter Paári, David Ojo
PUBLISHER: © University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology PUBLISHER RESPONSIBLE: Dr Gabriella Medvegy
PLACE AND YEAR: Pécs 2024
ISBN: 978-963-626-294-5
ORGANIZERS
PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES 2024
KEEPING UP WITH TECHNOLOGIES TO ACHIEVE LIVEABILITY
EMPHASISING HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN
CONFERENCE PROCEEDING OF THE 9th INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CONFERENCE ON PLACES AND TECHNOLOGIES
CONFERENCE ORGANISERS
University of Pécs - Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture and Professional Association Urban Laboratory
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Founding members of the Organizing committee
Dr Aleksandra Đukić
Conference Director, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Milena Vukmirović
Conference Executive Coordinator, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Forestry, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Eva Vaništa Lazarević
University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Aleksandra Krstić-Furundžić
University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Associate members of the Organising committee
Dr Tamás Molnár
Regional Director, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
Dr Gabriella Medvegy
Dean, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
Dr Bálint Bachmann
Head of the Breuer Marcell Doctoral School, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
Judit Zoltai
Assistant to the Dean, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
Dr Péter Paári
Assistant professor, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
David Ojo
Assistant Lecturer, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Dr Jelena Maric
Teaching Assistant at the University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Emilija Jovic
Researcher at the University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Balázs Gaszler
Technical Supporting Staff, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
Balázs Szentei
Technical Supporting Staff, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Pécs, Hungary
WORD
OF THE CONFERENCE DIRECTORS
On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the International Academic Conference on Places and Technologies 2024, consisting of the PT Conference founding members, Dr Eva Vaništa Lazarević, Dr Aleksandra Krstić-Furundžić, Dr Aleksandra Djukić, and Dr Milena Vukmirović, and the host members, Dr Medvegy Gabriella, Dr Molnár Tamás and Dr Bachmann Bálint, we are very pleased and honored to realize the ninth season of PT Conference, done in collaboration with the University of Pécs – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture and the Urban Laboratory Belgrade.
The Places and Technologies Conference has a tradition. The first conference was held in 2014 in Belgrade at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture with the aim of finding ways to improve places, the second was held in 2015 in Slovenia in collaboration with the University of Ljubljana, with the main topic concerning healthy cities, the third was held in 2016 in Belgrade at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture and was dedicated to the technologies for the creation of a cognitive city, the fourth was held in 2017 in Bosnia and Herzegovina at the University of Sarajevo – Faculty of Architecture and was devoted to urban and rural synergy, and the fifth was held in 2018 in Belgrade at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, whose focus was the presentation and identification of new knowledge in the field of high technologies, which can be applied in the creation of adaptable cities. In 2019 the sixth conference was the first that was held at the University of Pécs – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology with the main topic focusing on the possibilities how to turn the built heritage into the places for future generations. The seventh and the eighth conference was organized by the founders, by the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture.
Each conference resulted in very reputable scientific conference proceedings, and all previous proceedings are available on the conference website. In addition to these, it is important to point out some other valuable results. Two notable results of the 2014 Conference include valuable publications Keeping up with technologies to improve places published by Cambridge Scholar Publishing and Elsevier’s Energy and Buildings Special Issue on Places and Technologies. Regarding the results of the Conference in 2016, we point out to the publication of papers by Elsevier’s Energy and Buildings International Journal and Facta Universitatis, Series Architecture and Civil Engineering Special Issue, as well as the book Keeping up with technologies to create cognitive city published by Cambridge Scholar Publishing in 2018. Regarding the results of the Conference in 2017 the book Urban-Rural Synergy Development through Housing, Landscape, and Tourism is in the process of publication by IGI Global. As for the PT conference held in 2018, in addition to the published proceedings, the planning of other publications is in progress. All these publications were based upon the evaluation of the most outstanding submitted papers from our conferences. This has proven to be a strong incentive and motivation for all professors from the Organising Committee of “Places and Technologies”, as well as for the members of the International Scientific Committee and all participants.
The Ninth International Academic Conference on Places and Technologies will be hosted on July 08 and 09, 2024 by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology of the University of Pécs, the oldest university of Hungary that was founded in 1367. Keeping up with technologies to achieve livability emphasizing human centered design is the leading idea-motive of the
conference. Livability is a topic that is getting increasingly important as the number of humans on the globe continues to increase. The rapid urbanization phenomenon necessitates that various possibilities for affordable types of living and challenges of the livable urban environment are themes that should be widely discussed with an interdisciplinary approach. The aim of the Places and Technologies 2024 conference is to discuss methodologies and urban, architectural, or structural design ideas that can help increase the livability of the built environment.
Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Djukić, Dipl. Eng. Arch. University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Serbia Director of the Conference
Dr Tamás Molnár, DLA Habil., Dipl. Eng. Arch. associate professor, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Hungary
Regional Director of the P&T Conference
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Dr Laura Aelenei
Researcher at the National Energy and Geology Laboratory (LNEG), Lisbon, Portugal
Dr Bálint Bachmann
Professor and Head of Marcel Breuer Doctoral School at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Melinda Benko
Professor at BME in Budapest, Faculty of Architecture, Hungary
Dr Ágnes Borsos
Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Fernando Brandao Alves
Assosiate Professor at the FEUP Porto, Portugal
Dr Ana-Maria Branea
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Polytechnic University of Timisoara, Romania
Dr Christine Chaloupka-Risser
University lecturer in Traffic Psychology, Vienna, Austria
Dr Milena Dinić Branković
Assosiate Professor at the University of Nis, Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Serbia
Dr Grygor Doytchinov
Professor at Institute for Urban Design, Technical University of Graz, Austria
Dr Vladan Đokić
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Aleksandra Đukić
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Daria Gajić
Associate Professor at Univesrity of Banja Luka - Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Dr Bob Gidings
Professor Emeritus at the Northumbria Univesrity Faculty of Engineering and Environment, Newcastle, United Kingdom
Dr János Gyergyák
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Miklós Halada
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Cenk Hamamcıoğlu
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of City and Regional Planning, Yıldız Technical University - Istanbul, Turkey
Dr Jelena Ivanović Šekularac
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Arch. Milena Ivkovic
Founder of Placemaking Western Balkans, Serbia and Nederland
Dr Krisztián Kovács-Andor
Associate professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Aleksandra Krstić-Furundžić
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Jugoslav Joković
Assistant Professor at Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš, Serbia
Dr Sladjana Lazarevic
Associate Professor at Faculty of Architecture and Design, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
Mr Vladimir Lojanica
Professor and Dean of the University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Ognen Marina
Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University Skoplje, North Macedonia
Dr Lucia Marticigh
Professor at University RomaTre, Faculty of Architecture, Rome, Italy
Dr Gabriella Medvegy
Professor and Dean at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Arch. Ljubomir Miščević
Professor at University of Zagreb – Faculty of Architecture, Zagreb, Croatia
Dr Miloš Mladenović
Associate Professor of Spatial Planning and Transportation Engineering at the Aalto University, Finland
Dr Tamás Molnár
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Pál Németh
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Florian Nepravishta
Professor at Universiteti Politeknik i Tiranës, Albania
Dr Juan Luis Rivas Navarro
Professor at University of Granada Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Granada, Spain
Dr Boris Radic
Associate Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Forestry, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Darko Reba
Professor at Faculty of Technical Science, University of Novi Sad, Serbia
Dr Donát Rétfalvi
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Ralf Risser
Principal research fellow at FACTUM, Vienna, Austria
Dr Lina Seduikyte
Professor at Kaunas University of Technology, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Kaunas, Litvania
Dr Svetlana Stanarevic
Professor at the University of Belgrade Faculty of Security, Serbia
Dr Ljupko Šimunović
Professor at University of Zagreb Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, Zagreb, Croatia
Dr Olja Čokorilo
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Miroslava Raspopovic Milic
Professor at the Metropolitain University - Faculty of Information technologies, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Francesco Rotondo
Assosiate Professor at Università Politecnica delle Marche, Italy
Dr Alenka Temeljotov Salaj
Professor at Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway
Dr Katerina Tsikaloudaki
Professor at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Dr Theodoros Theodosiou
Professor at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Dr Stefan van der Spek
Associate Professor at TU Delft, Delft, Nederland
Dr Aleksandra Stupar
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Eva Vanista Lazarevic
Professor at University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Gábor Veres
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
Dr Milena Vukmirović
Associate Professor at University of Belgrade - Faculty of Forestry, Belgrade, Serbia
Dr Bora Yerliyurt
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of City and Regional Planning, Yıldız Technical University - Istanbul, Turkey
Dr Erzsébet Szeréna Zoltán
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary
TIME TABLE
DAY 1
8th July 2024
8:00 - 9:00 Registration
9:00 - 9:30 Opening ceremony (A007)
9:30 - 11:00 Keynote presentations (A007)
Dr. András Reith Ph.D. - ARCHITECTS: BLESSING OR CURSE?
Associate Professor at the University of Pécs CEO of ABUD
Prof. Arch. Adolfo F. L. Baratta Ph.D. - HUMAN(USER)-CENTERED DESIGN VS HOSTILE ARCHITECTURE
Associate Professor at Roma Tre University
Expert for the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
11:00 - 11:30 Break
11:30 - 13:00 Conference sessions 01
- Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session I (A007)
- Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture session (A015)
- Architectural design session I (A017)
- Image, identity, and quality of place session I (A019)
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:30 Conference sessions 02
- Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session II (A007)
- Preservation of built heritage session (A015)
- Architectural design session II (A017)
- Image, identity, and quality of place session II (A019)
18:30 Conference Dinner (for those who registered)
DAY 2
9th July 2024
8:30 - 9:00 Registration
9:00 - 10:30 Keynote presentations (A007)
Olga Mihalikova - EMBRACING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS TO FOSTER LIVABILITY: EVOLVING ROLE OF ARCHITECTS AND THEIR CURRICULA
Chair, European Network of Architects Competent Authorities
CEO, Slovak Chamber of Architects
Secretary General, Institute of Slovak Chamber of Architects
Prof. Dr. Gábor Zoboki DLA habil. - RICHTER CENTER
Full Professor at the University of Pécs
ZDA Lead Architect
10:30 - 11:00 Break
11:00 - 12:00 Roundtable (A007)
12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
13:00 - 14:30 Conference sessions 03
- Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session III (A015)
- Adaptive reuse and Image, identity, and quality of place session (A017)
- Architectural design, Building Structures and Construction Technologies session (A019)
14:30 Closing Ceremony
9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Places and technologies day 1
Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session I A007
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11:3011:45
11:4512:00
12:0012:15
12:1512:30
12:3012:45
12:4513:00
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Dr János Gyergyák
URBAN COMMONING IN POST‐SOCIALIST CITIES: THE CASE OF CIVIL
INITIATIVE FOR PRESERVATION OF OPEN GREEN SPACE IN BANJALUKA
author(s)
Špirić, Ana; Djukić, Aleksandra
URBAN FORM AND GENERATIVE PROCESS AS DOMINANT ASPECTS OF CITY PLANNING Kosić Okanović, Jasmina
IMPLICATIONS OF EYE‐TRACKING DATA FOR WAYFINDING AND URBAN DESIGN: THE CASE OF POST‐SOCIALIST BELGRADE
EFFECTS OF THE REDESIGN OF BUILDING FACADES IN THE CITY CENTER ON THERMAL COMFORT IN PUBLIC OPEN SPACE, COMPARISON OF SIMULATIONS SCENARIOS AND MEASUREMENTS IN KRAGUJEVAC, SERBIA
INFRASTRUCTURAL LANDSCAPES: A HOLISTIC VIEW ON MULTI‐SCALAR APPROACH TO PROGRAMMING UNBUILT ENVIRONMENTS
THE CARBON REDUCTION PLANNING AND DESIGN STRATEGY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT‐FRIENDLY CITY CONCEPT OF GUANGZHOU CHINA
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Places and technologies day 1
Mitrović, Nikola; Djukić, Aleksandra
Mandić, Lazar; Marić, Jelena
Stamenović, Pavle; Anja, Ljujić
Jin He; Li Jianjun
Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture session A015
Dr Milena Dinić Branković
author(s)
11:3011:45 STRUCTURAL DESIGN STRATEGIES TO ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGENenadović, Aleksandra
11:4512:00
CLIMATE‐MIGRATION ‐ THE POSSIBILITIES OF ADAPTIVE ARCHITECTUREKondor Tamás, Juhász Hajnalka
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF POTENTIAL DEMOLITION WASTE OF DEPRIVED RURAL SETTLEMENTS IN HUNGARY – A REGIONAL STUDY
12:0012:15
12:1512:30
12:3012:45
EXAMINING THE ROLE OF THE USER IN THE DESIGN OF ADAPTABLE BUILDINGS
ELECTROCHROMIC GLAZING
12:4513:00 BIOMIMICRY‐ CACTI IN ARCHITECTURE
Varjú Kata, Zilahi Péter, Rétfalvi Donát
Ojo, David, Medvegy Gabriella, Borsos Ágnes
Loddo, Gianraffaele; Ludoni, Daniela; Fülöp László; Loch Gábor
Pál Mónika, Baranyai Bálint, Kokas Balázs
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Places and technologies day 1
Architectural design session I A017
Dr Milena Vukmirovic
11:3011:45 POST‐DESIGN ADDITION OF BUILT‐IN FURNITURE
INTEGRATING ARABIC ARCHITECTURE PRINCIPLES IN CONTEMPORARY OFFICE BUILDINGS TO ENHANCE SUSTAINABILITY AND ADAPTABILITY
11:4512:00
FEASIBILITY STUDY OF RENOVATING GENERAL WARDS IN CHINESE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE CENTRES BASED ON ASSEMBLY TECHNOLOGY
12:0012:15
12:1512:30
ASSESSING THE ADAPTABILITY OF APARTMENTS TO CHANGING NEEDS OF ITS RESIDENTS: CASE STUDY OF OSIJEK
MODERN TRADITION ‐ CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURAL INTERVENTIONS IN THE TRADITIONAL CONTEXT OF THE LAKE BALATON HIGHLANDS
12:3012:45
12:4513:00 PARTICIPATORY MULTICRITERIA EVALUATIONS: A HUMAN CENTERED DESIGN AID TOOL
Places and technologies day 1
Image, identity, and quality of place session I A019
Prof Dr Bálint Bachmann
author(s)
Ramos González, Nicolás
Abu‐Lail, Dana Maher Ayoub; Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna
Fu Ziqiang; Rétfalvi Donát
Brkanić Mihić, Ivana; Koški, Danijela; Zečević, Timon Blaž
Vörös Erika
Finucci, Fabrizio; Masanotti, Antonella G.; Mazzoni, Daniele
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11:3011:45
WAYFINDING AS A TOOL FOR INCLUSION. THE DESIGN RESEARCH FOR SCHUSTER PARK IN ROME
11:4512:00 THE HUMAN‐CENTRED DESIGN IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES: THE CASE OF MAGGIE’S CENTRES
MEGA PROJECTS OR SUSTAINABLE PAVILIONS: HOW STUDENTS PERCIEVE THE 2027 BELGRADE EXPO_METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH
12:0012:15
12:1512:30
THE PRINCIPLE OF PERMEABILITY AND ABSORPTION OF THE CITY AS A POSSIBILITY OF CONCENTRATION OF MEANING
12:3012:45
THE ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT AND FACULTY WELL‐BEING: A STUDY OF ZAGREB ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS COMFORT IN THE 2023‐2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
12:4513:00 THE IMPACT OF TIME POVERTY ON ARCHITECTURE
author(s)
Calcagnini, Laura; Trulli, Luca; Accolla, Carolina
Baratta, Adolfo F. L.; Mariani, Massimo; Tonolo, Marina
Djukic, Aleksandra; Maric, Jelena; Lazarevic, Eva Vanista; Mitrovic, Biserka; Antonic, Branislav; Jovic, Emilija
Alihodžić Jašarović, Ema; Milićević, Nemanja
Muraj, Iva
Zilahi Péter
9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Places and technologies day 1
Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session II A007
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timepresentation title
14:0014:15
14:1514:30
14:3014:45
14:4515:00
15:0015:15
15:1515:30
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Prof Dr Aleksandra Djukic
RESEARCH ON ENVIRONMENTAL COLOR DESIGN FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF COLOR GEOGRAPHY
THE EVOLUTION AND TRENDS OF URBAN ARCHITECTURAL INTERFACES AND PUBLIC SPACE DESIGN: INFLUENTIAL FACTORS AND LOGICAL MECHANISMS
LIVEABILITY AND POPULATION DYNAMICS: THE CASE OF URBAN MUNICIPALITIES IN NORTH MACEDONIA
author(s)
Zheng Renkun; Tamás Anna Mária
Hu Tianyu; Medvegy Gabriella; Borsos Ágnes
Stojanovski, Mihajlo; Korobar, Vlatko P.
IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC OPEN SPACES AS A TOOL FOR INCREASING LIVEABILITY IN RURAL AREAS Igić, Milica; Dinić Branković, Milena; Đekić, Jelena; Ljubenović, Milica; Mitković, Mihailo
MULTIMODAL TRANSPORT SYSTEMS OF THE TRICITY AS A MODEL OF SOCIAL INTEGRATION Kondraciuk, Aleksandra
THE STUDY ON THE ACTIVATION AND UTILIZATION OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE IN THE RENOVATION OF URBAN VILLAGES IN GUANGZHOU OF CHINA
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14:0014:15
14:1514:30
14:3014:45
14:4515:00
15:0015:15
15:1515:30
Li Jianjun; Jin He
Places and technologies day 1
Preservation of built heritage session A015
Dr Krisztián Kovács‐Andor
author(s)
DEFINING NEW PURPOSE FOR EXISTING BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT OF MISINA TETŐPONT Kalkán Dóra, Varga Dániel, Gyergyák János, Borsos Ágnes, Rácz Tamás, Medvegy, Gabriella
GLOBALIZATION AS A REDEFINING PRAXIS OF THE BUILT HERITAGE OF BELGRADE Dukić, Anđela
MODERN HOME FROM A HISTORICAL SINGLE‐FAMILY HOUSE IN PÉCSMolnár Tamás
STUDY ON PRACTICE OF SITE PROTECTION AND UTILIZATION IN MOUNTAINOUS ENVIRONMENT ‐ TAKING THE DESIGN OF YUNXIAN MAN RUINS PARK IN HUBEI AS AN EXAMPLE
TOWARDS A BIM RECONSTRUCTION OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE, BASED ON ARCHIVE DOCUMENTATION – A CASE STUDY: THE POWER PLANT “POWER AND LIGHT” IN BELGRADE
TYPOLOGIES OF CHARDAK HOUSES IN EASTERN CROATIA
Chen Kun; Bachmann Bálint
Devetaković, Mirjana; Djordjević, Djordje; Mitrović, Djordje
Stober, Dina; Krajnović, Marija; Raguž‐Lučić, Nikolina; Lončar‐Vicković, Sanja; Dolaček Alduk, Zlata; Moser, Vladimir; Kulić, Saša
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14:0014:15
14:1514:30
14:3014:45
Places and technologies day 1
Architectural design session II A017
Dr Jugoslav Joković
author(s)
SCHIZO‐ARCHITECTURE: SUBJECTIVITY AND RISK IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Gourdoukis, Dimitris; Makri, Athanasia
HUMAN‐CENTERED DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES ASSISTED BY PARAMETRIC DESIGN Varga Konrád, Borsos Ágnes
HUMAN‐CENTERED DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES ASSISTED BY VIRTUAL REALITYBittner Zsófia, Borsos Ágnes
14:4515:00 (POETIC) QUALITY IN ARCHITECTURE: AI GENERATIVE DESIGN Tošić, Jovana
15:0015:15 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AS SUPPORT TO THE DESIGN PROCESS Kraljević, Katarina; Dolaček‐Alduk, Zlata
15:1515:30
APPLYING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AND PYTHON PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE, IN ARCHITECTURAL GEOMETRY BASED FORM GENERATION
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14:0014:15
14:1514:30
Devetaković, Mirjana; Djordjević, Djordje; Ivanović, Jelena; Mitrović, Djordje
Places and technologies day 1
Image, identity, and quality of place session II A019
Dr Biserka Mitrovic
CHALLENGES IN DESIGNING THE INTERIOR OF A MUSEUM IN CENTURIES‐OLD BUILDING: A CASE STUDY OF THE PÉCS ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
author(s)
Rácz Tamás; Borsos Ágnes; Medvegy Gabriella; Gyergyák János
WHEN SHORT OF SPACE, SHARE SPACE AND SHARE POWERS TO CREATE BETTER PLACES de Haan, Pieter
14:3014:45 SPATIAL STRUCTURES AND COMMUNICATION
CENTER CULTURES AS PREVIOUS POINTS OF CULTURAL DIFFUSION ‐ CONTEMPORARY UNDERSTANDING AND IDENTIFICATION OF THE DYNAMICS OF SPATIAL TRANSFORMATION
14:4515:00
A MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDY OF SURVIVAL STRATEGIES OF MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES: THE ARCHITECT’S PERSPECTIVE
15:0015:15
15:1515:30
Koós Marianna, Medvegy Gabriella
Jezdimirović, Dimitra
Dányi Tibor Zoltán
9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
Places and technologies day 2
Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment session III A015
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13:0013:15
13:1513:30
13:3013:45
13:4514:00
14:0014:15
14:1514:30
Prof Dr Ágnes Borsos
COMPARISON OF CREATING 3D MODELS OF CHARDAKS: MANUAL
MODELLING VS. AI‐GENERATED MODELS
URBAN RESILIENCE THROUGH SPONGE CITY ELEMENTS: A CASE STUDY OF PÉCS CITY DISTRICT
THE HISTORY OF URBAN CENTER PLANNING IN GUANGZHOU CHINA AFTER THE REFORM AND OPENING UP FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF ANTHROPOLOGY
TRANSFUSION OF THE CRITICAL URBAN THEORY AND MANFREDO TAFURI’S CONCEPTUALIZATION OF CRITICAL ARCHITECTURE
ACTION PLACEMAKING IN BELGRADE, SERBIA: GARDENING AS A GAME‐CHANGER OF AN ADAPTIVE URBAN SYSTEM
METAVERSE MUSEUM ARCHITECTURE: SPORTS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Places and technologies day 2
author(s)
Šišinački, Jan Petar; Stober, Dina
Khadra, Lujain Ben; Gyergyák János; Pál‐Schreiner Judit
Jin He; Li Jianjun
Cingel, Ivan; Jurković, Željka; Lovoković, Danijela
Stupar, Aleksandra; Mihajlov, Vladimir; Simic, Ivan; Grujicic, Aleksandar
Cardoso de Mello, Janaina; Chaves, Julia Beatriz Silva Vicente; Rodrigues, Francisco Pedro Mousinho de Albuquerque room
Adaptive reuse and Image, identity, and quality of place session A017
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13:0013:15
13:1513:30
13:3013:45
13:4514:00
14:0014:15
Dr Miklós Halada
TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION: ENHANCING THE ADAPTIVE REUSE AND SHAPE CONFIGURATION OF THE GRAMMAR OF THE SPACE SHAPE
DOES THE SPONTANEOUS AND AD HOC REUSE OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE BUILDINGS ALTER THEIR CULTURAL IDENTITY? A CASE STUDY OF THE MECHANICAL INDUSTRY IN NIŠ, SERBIA
TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION: ENHANCING THE ADAPTIVE REUSE AND SHAPE CONFIGURATION OF THE GRAMMAR OF THE SPACE SHAPE
INVESTIGATING STRATEGIES FOR MAINTAINING THE PROSPECTIVE URBAN HOUSING IDENTITY AND LIVEABILITY IN THE CITY OF DAMASCUS
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES FOR RURAL SETTLEMENT REGENERATION: A CASE STUDY OF VILLAGE MEDNA
14:1514:30 A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE REFURBISHMENT OF MONGOLIAN HISTORICAL WOODEN STRUCTURES
author(s)
Goriel, Wafaa Anwar Sulaiman; Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna; Molnár Tamás
Antić, Uroš; Jevremović, Ljiljana; Stanojević, Ana; Milojković, Aleksandar
Greg András, Veres Gábor
Tomajian, Haik; Gyergyák János
Guzijan, Jasna; Djukić, Aleksandra; Malinović, Miroslav; Cvijić, Siniša
Gombo‐Ochir, Enkhjin; Molnár Tamás
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Places and technologies day 2
Architectural design, Building Structures and Construction Technologies session
Dr Erzsébet Szeréna Zoltán
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TARNAJOULE ‐ AN ALTERNATIVE TO CENTRAL HEATING ON A VILLAGE SCALE
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RESEARCH ON FEASIBILITY FOR CONCEPT OF STEREOSCOPIC COMMUNITY IN NEW‐TYPE URBANIZATION
ENHANCING ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION SHIELDING OF BUILDING MATERIALS: INSIGHTS INTO MECHANISMS AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS
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author(s)
Paári Péter, Halada Miklós, Széll Attila Béla, Széll Judit, Perényi László Mihály
Cui Qitong; Zilahi Péter; Jin Xin
Vrdoljak, Ivan; Miličević, Ivana
LIFESPAN AND QUALITY OF MULTI‐FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN SERBIA: CRITERIA FOR VALUATION Đukanović, Ljiljana; Lević, Bojana; Živković, Irina
COMPUTER VISION IN DESIGNING OF SUPPORTS AND AIDS FOR BLINDS AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
DEVELOPING AN APPLICATION TO ASSIST MANAGEMENT TEAMS IDENTIFYING BIM USES FOR BIM‐BASED APPOINTMENTS
Magarò, Antonio
Altamimi, Motasem; Rácz Viktor Norbert; Rák Olivér; Zagorácz Márk Balázs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Varjú Kata1
Zilahi Péter
Rétfalvi Donát
Kalkán Dóra1 Varga Dániel
Gyergyák János
Borsos Ágnes
Rácz Tamás
Medvegy, Gabriella
Loddo, Gianraffaele1
Ludoni, Daniela
Fülöp László
Loch Gábor
Pál Mónika1
Baranyai Bálint
Kokas Balázs
Goriel, Wafaa Anwar Sulaiman1
Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna
Molnár Tamás
Antić, Uroš1
Jevremović, Ljiljana
Stanojević, Ana Milojković, Aleksandar
Greg András1
Veres Gábor
Gourdoukis, Dimitris
Makri, Athanasia
Abu-Lail, Dana Maher Ayoub1
Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna
Fu Ziqiang1
Rétfalvi Donát
Brkanić Mihić, Ivana1
Koški, Danijela
Zečević, Timon Blaž
Mazzoni,
Paári Péter1
Halada Miklós
Széll Attila Béla
Széll Judit
Perényi László Mihály
Jovana
Cui Qitong
Zilahi Péter Jin Xin
Kraljević, Katarina1
Dolaček-Alduk, Zlata
Devetaković, Mirjana1
Djordjević, Djordje
Ivanović, Jelena
Mitrović, Djordje
Vrdoljak, Ivan1
Miličević, Ivana
Đukanović, Ljiljana1
Lević, Bojana
Živković, Irina WAYFINDING
Calcagnini, Laura1
Trulli, Luca
Accolla, Carolina
HUMAN-CENTRED
Baratta, Adolfo F. L.1
Mariani, Massimo
Tonolo, Marina
MEGA PROJECTS OR SUSTAINABLE PAVILIONS: HOW STUDENTS PERCIEVE THE 2027 BELGRADE EXPO_METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH
Djukic, Aleksandra1
Maric, Jelena
Lazarevic, Eva Vanista
Mitrovic, Biserka
Antonic, Branislav
Jovic, Emilija
Tibor Zoltán1
Guzijan, Jasna1
Djukić, Aleksandra
Malinović, Miroslav
Cvijić, Siniša
Alihodžić Jašarović, Ema1
Milićević, Nemanja
Koós Marianna1
Medvegy Gabriella
Cardoso de Mello, Janaina1
Chaves, Julia Beatriz Silva Vicente
Rodrigues, Francisco Pedro Mousinho de Albuquerque
Magarò, Antonio1
Altamimi, Motasem1
Rácz Viktor Norbert
Rák Olivér
Zagorácz Márk Balázs
Dukić, Anđela1
Molnár Tamás1
Chen Kun1
Bachmann Bálint
Devetaković, Mirjana1
Djordjević, Djordje
Mitrović, Djordje
Stober, Dina1
Krajnović, Marija Raguž-Lučić, Nikolina Lončar-Vicković, Sanja Dolaček Alduk, Zlata Moser, Vladimir Kulić, Saša
URBAN COMMONING IN POST-SOCIALIST CITIES: THE CASE OF CIVIL INITIATIVE FOR PRESERVATION OF OPEN GREEN SPACE IN BANJALUKA
Špirić, Ana1
Kosić Okanović, Jasmina1
Mitrović, Nikola1
Djukić, Aleksandra
OF THE REDESIGN OF BUILDING FACADES IN THE CITY CENTER ON THERMAL COMFORT IN PUBLIC OPEN
Mandić, Lazar1
Marić, Jelena
Stamenović, Pavle1
Anja, Ljujić
Zheng Renkun1
Tamás Anna Mária
Hu Tianyu1
Medvegy Gabriella
Borsos Ágnes
Stojanovski, Mihajlo1
Korobar, Vlatko P.
Igić, Milica1
Dinić Branković, Milena
Đekić, Jelena
Ljubenović, Milica
Mitković, Mihailo
Kondraciuk, Aleksandra1
Šišinački, Jan Petar1
Stober, Dina
Khadra, Lujain Ben1
Gyergyák János
Pál-Schreiner Judit
Jianjun1
Jin He
Jin He1 Li Jianjun
THE HISTORY OF URBAN CENTER PLANNING IN GUANGZHOU CHINA AFTER THE REFORM AND OPENING UP FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF ANTHROPOLOGY
Jin He1
Li Jianjun
TRANSFUSION OF THE CRITICAL URBAN THEORY AND MANFREDO TAFURI’S CONCEPTUALIZATION OF CRITICAL
ARCHITECTURE
Cingel, Ivan1
Jurković, Željka
Lovoković, Danijela
ACTION PLACEMAKING IN BELGRADE, SERBIA: GARDENING AS A GAME-CHANGER OF AN ADAPTIVE URBAN SYSTEM
Stupar, Aleksandra1
Mihajlov, Vladimir
Simic, Ivan
Grujicic, Aleksandar
PLENARY LECTURE
ARCHITECTS: BLESSING OR CURSE?
Reith András1
University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, reith.andras@mik.pte.hu, reith.andras@abud.hu
ABSTRACT
The program for the UIA World Congress 2023 includes: Climate adaptation, Health, Inclusivity, Partnerships of change, Resilient communities, and Rethinking resources. The program does not feature “Architectural Beauty”. This is because being “just” beautiful is no longer sufficient; much more is needed. But what exactly is this “much more”?
The first step is to acknowledge and admit that architects have a significant opportunity and impact in their hands, which can be both a curse and a blessing depending on how we use it. Where do you want to belong?
Today, professions shaping the built environment, including architecture, have significant technological support. As a result, beauty can also be good - provided we make the right decisions. Across all areas, from small-scale interior design and family house interventions to urban design and various levels of spatial design, tools are available to measure and control the effects and extent of interaction. What is architectural design? It is interaction design, with all its elements and cross-effects (interactions) from the economy, through nature, to humans. This profession carries responsibility.
Architects like to shirk responsibility. However, in the end, it is we who draw and sign the plan. We must be aware that the construction industry is responsible for 50% of global resource usage. E.g. every time we sign a new construction project instead of a renovation, we create a 50% larger carbon footprint compared to renovation. Covering the roof with solar panels won’t really help with this.
However, good and happy decisions have never been made out of guilt. We should be proud that we have such significant capital in our hands, with which we can manage well. Let us change our design methodologies, professional practices, and educational formats to ensure this profession is a blessing in all aspects because being beautiful is no longer enough.
Keywords: Sustainable Design, Resilience, Interaction Planning, Integrated Design Process (IDP), Regenerative Architecture
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HUMAN(USER)-CENTERED DESIGN VS HOSTILE ARCHITECTURE
Baratta, Adolfo F. L.1
Roma Tre University, Department of Architecture, Largo Giovan Battista Marzi, 10, 00153 Rome Italy, adolfo.baratta@uniroma3.it
ABSTRACT
The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities requires all that have ratified it to “promote research and development of universally designed goods, services, equipment and facilities” and to encourage the conscious design in the development of inclusive solutions. The design of accessible and usable spaces, which puts people and the user at the center, is crucial since the most advanced research identifies disability as a condition determined by the relationship between the person’s health status and the environment in which that person lives. This is to say that condition is the product of health factors, which determine functional limitations, and environmental factors. In short, fragile people in fragile spaces. It can be deduced that accessibility and usability pertain to the attitude of spaces, goods and services to be used. This entails that they are identifiable, reachable, understandable and independently usable, under conditions of comfort and safety, by all.
Accessibility and usability are two key concepts that express the ability of an environment to ensure independent living for everyone. They pertain to inviolable personal rights, such as freedom of movement and self-determination, and are one of the indicators that measure a community’s level of social inclusion and quality of life. What is happening in our cities, however, often contravenes to these principles. Indeed, in order to prevent the occurrence of undesirable behavior, it is becoming increasingly common to implement hostile design strategies. These strategies are designed to introduce solution that make uncomfortable or, in some cases, impossible the use of urban furnishings and equipment. The hostile architecture wants to keep out of some places people who rely on public space more than others, such as homeless people and young people, turning our cities into inhospitable places not only for the recipients of such closure, but for everyone.
Keywords:Person, Environment, Human Centered Design, User Centered Design, Hostile Architecture
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LIVABILITY: EVOLVING ROLE OF ARCHITECTS AND THEIR CURRICULA
Mihalikova, Olga1
European Network of Architects Competent Authorities, CEO, Slovak Chamber of Architects
Secretary General, Institute of Slovak Chamber of Architects, Námestie SNP 18, 811 06, Bratislava, Slovakia, mihalikova@komarch.sk
ABSTRACT
In today’s rapidly evolving urban environment, the integration of cutting-edge technologies seems to be essential to enhance liveability and ensure sustainable growth. Architects, in collaboration with urban planners and policymakers, are at the forefront of designing spaces that foster sustainability and social inclusivity. However, at the same time, they must navigate issues such as data security, the need for continuous skill upgrades, and the risk of technology overshadowing human-centered design principles.
This paper explores the pivotal role architects play in this transformation. It focuses on the mobility of architects and their evolving role in urban development. The energy efficiency and inclusion of technologies shall not to be the only challenge. Architects must consider diverse user needs, local traditions, and historical contexts to create spaces that enhance community engagement and promote social equity. By integrating cultural heritage and social dynamics into the design process, architects can ensure that urban development respects and reflects the identities of the communities they serve.
The importance of evolving role of architects brings up the questions related to the European legal framework shaping their curricula. The proposed analysis of the European legal framework will provide insights into how educational curricula can evolve to equip architects with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and shape these evolving urban landscapes.
Keywords:Urban Development, Architects’ Curriculum, Social Sustainability, New European Bauhaus
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RICHTER CENTER
Zoboki Gábor1
University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, ZDA-Zoboki Építésziroda, Zugligeti street 3., 1121 Budapest, zoboki.gabor@mik.pte.hu, zda@zda.hu
ABSTRACT
The architecture of the Richter Center reflects the company’s dynamism and community orientation – A new era for Richter Gedeon
Designed by Zoboki Design and Architecture, the new Richter Gedeon headquarters marks the beginning of a new era for the company. This building not only pays homage to Richter’s history and tradition but also stands as an outstanding example of modern architecture, blending functionality, sustainability, and distinctive form. The aim of constructing this new headquarters was to create an inspiring and efficient workplace that reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and community values.
Richter’s tradition and vision
The Richter Center is located along Gyömrői Road, on a historical site that has been continuously expanded over the decades. Following a deliberate land use strategy, the company revitalises its original factory sites on the north side of Gyömrői Road while gradually developing the south side based on a long-term master plan created by ZDA 20 years ago. The new building, positioned centrally on the southern site next to the Chemical Research and Office Building, bridges the noble past of the company with its future developments.
Keywords: Gedeon Richter Plc., Gábor Zoboki, sustainability, innovation, architecture
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ABSTRACT
STRUCTURAL DESIGN STRATEGIES TO ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE
Nenadović, Aleksandra1
PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/II, Serbia, aleksandra@arh.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
One of the key aspects considered when designing building structures is related to climatic conditions. Current design standards for structural design are based on the assumptions of stationary climate conditions observed in the past. However, scientific community agrees that climate is changing, meaning that climate conditions of the past will not be representative of those of the future. Also, there are limits in scientists’ ability to make projections of potential future climate change. The requirement to ensure liveability, which includes safety of building users, and the uncertainty of future climate poses a challenge to structural engineers, because adaptation to climate change generally will require more than meeting the minimum requirements of current standards and regulations. As part of a new structural design paradigm, understanding of the magnitudes and consequences of future extremes is needed, which will be the basis for development of appropriate engineering practices and standards. Still, until these practices and standards are established, structural engineers need to apply strategies which will make building structures more resilient to future weather extremes. This paper analyses the structural design strategies to address climate change, as well as possible barriers to adoption of structural design practices that anticipate and plan for immediate and future impacts of climate change. The present analysis pointed to the necessity of applying observational and adaptive approach to the structural design in order to respond to the changing needs in the context of future climate uncertainty.
Keywords: Climate change, Safety of building users, Structural design, Observational and adaptive approach
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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CLIMATE-MIGRATION - THE POSSIBILITIES OF ADAPTIVE ARCHITECTURE
Kondor Tamás1
Associate professor, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, 7624 Pécs, Boszorkány street 2., kondor. tamas@mik.pte.hu
Juhász Hajnalka
PhD student, University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Marcel Breuer Doctoral School, 7624 Pécs, Boszorkány street 2., hjuhasz91@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Today, we live in an accelerated phase of climate change. It is clear that maintaining or speeding up this process as well as denying the change, means that we cause the destruction of our own living space. The negative changes in our climate cannot be reversed with human interventions alone. However, reacting to it and slowing down the process is both architectural just as our human duty. Global warming and its effects on the local climate also mean that climatic zones are in constant movement. The hot (tropical) climate zone continues to expand, while the rest shift and transform. What is needed today are architectural solutions that are able to pass on climate-specific and proven (experienced) or newly formulated experimental solutions for areas with changing climatic conditions. The focus of our work is on the built environment aspects of climate change and the solutions of the adaptive architecture.
Keywords: Climate-migration, Climate change, Global warming, Adaptive architecture, Sustainability
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF POTENTIAL DEMOLITION WASTE OF DEPRIVED RURAL SETTLEMENTS IN HUNGARY – A REGIONAL STUDY
Varjú Kata1
PhD Student, Marcel Breuer Doctoral School of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary, varjukata21@gmail.com
Zilahi Péter
Associate Professor, Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, Institute of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary, zilahi.peter@ mik.pte.hu
Rétfalvi Donát
Associate Professor, Department of Interior, Applied and Creative Design, Institute of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Hungary, retfalvi.donat@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
As part of a complex research of sustainable development directions of deprived rural areas in Hungary, previous research concluded, that the main source of household environmental emission is related to the household energy use patterns strongly influenced by the generally poor condition and energy performance of the built environment. Inadequate housing circumstances are a major determinant of poor living conditions, thus improving the building stock is a key performance indicator in the transition towards sustainable communities. This suggests that major construction and demolition work will be required in the next decades, which will have a significant impact on the waste generated in the regions. This study aims to quantify the building stock that is likely to be demolished and to identify and mitigate any potential waste and environmental damage associated with its development. The study analysed 76 underprivileged settlements in the South Transdanubian region, mainly in the peripheral border areas, that share comparable economic and sociodemographic features. The building stock to be demolished was defined through secondary data analysis of two national representative databases. This analysis included factors related to the development dynamics of the regions, the characterization of the building stock, and the identification of typical building materials. The information obtained was used to describe two archetypes specific to the region, whose physical characteristics were used to define the expected volume of demolition waste and the associated embodied carbon and waste treatment costs. In order to reduce the amount of waste, a development scheme based on the waste hierarchy was formulated, taking into account the financial circumstances of the households and their development and
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renovation needs. The main findings of the research are that the amount of waste generated can be significantly reduced, and thus the cost of treatment and environmental degradation, by applying minimal intervention development guidelines.
Keywords: Sustainable development, Regional development, Rural development, Demolition waste management, Living conditions
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
EXAMINING THE ROLE OF THE USER IN THE DESIGN OF ADAPTABLE BUILDINGS
Ojo, David1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, ojo.david@mik.pte.hu
Medvegy Gabriella
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, medvegy.gabriella@mik.pte.hu
Borsos Ágnes
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The capacity of buildings to effectively accommodate the evolving demands of their context is considered by many researchers as the basis for defining building adaptability. The functional lifespan of a building is characterized only by its ability to continually serve its users’ needs. Understanding human nature dictates that user needs vary from person to person and change for individuals depending on their different life stages. Thus, as the demands placed on a building are primarily defined by its users, so too is its adaptability. Research shows that the various dimensions of building adaptability can be categorized as either user-driven changes or changes/adaptations to the building fabric. User adaptation is more frequent and is often the first step in testing building adaptability. While these changes cannot always be anticipated by designers, this paper posits that an understanding of how users appropriate their buildings will help to inform designers about the viability of various adaptability strategies, leading to more feasible designs of buildings with inherent adaptability. This paper seeks to explore how the user should be involved in the design process of an adaptable building and to what extent. By advocating for a user-centered approach to adaptable design, this research aims to comprehensively inform designers and stakeholders on the possibilities of creating more responsive and liveable cities characterized by adaptable buildings.
Keywords: adaptability, user-driven design, design process
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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DEFINING NEW PURPOSE FOR EXISTING BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT OF MISINA TETŐPONT
Kalkán Dóra1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, kalkandori97@gmail. com
Varga Dániel
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, vdani2297@gmail.com
Gyergyák János
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, gyergyak.janos@mik.pte.hu
Borsos Ágnes
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
Rácz Tamás
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, racz.tamas@mik.pte.hu
Medvegy, Gabriella
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, medvegy.gabriella@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The City of Pécs has implemented a sustainable urban development strategy which includes the rehabilitation of the former Misina restaurant and its surroundings, now called Misina Tetőpont, between 2021-2023. The city actively engaged residents in the project design through community planning, resulting in the creation of a “family and active Misina” that meets their needs. The “family Misina” is a space focused on family togetherness and related functions. Meanwhile, the “active Misina” is an exercise and hiking center for sports and nature enthusiasts. The project takes a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of tourism and recreation, ensuring sustainable operation. Throughout the rehabilitation process, sustainable architecture principles have been carefully considered.
Keywords: sustainable, community planning, adaptive reuse, rehabilitation
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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ELECTROCHROMIC GLAZING
Loddo, Gianraffaele1
Architettura Tecnica, Facoltà di Ingegneria e Architettura, via Marengo, 2- 09123 CAGLIARI, grloddo@unica.it
Ludoni, Daniela
Architettura Tecnica, Facoltà di Ingegneria e Architettura, via Marengo, 2- 09123 CAGLIARI, dlludoni@alice.it
Fülöp László
Professor emeritus, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, fulop.laszlo@mik.pte.hu
Loch Gábor
Assistant lecturer, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, loch.gabor@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Solar control in buildings is a major issue both in the heating and the cooling season. As the convective heat losses as well as the thermal energy required for ventilation is being reduced, the ratio of the internal heat and the solar irradiation is increased. The requirements in the heating season and in the cooling season are different, in fact just the opposite. They called solar gain and internal gain in the heating season as opposed to solar load and internal load in the cooling season. As a consequence, fixed solar control devices (e.g., overhang) are not suitable, especially not suitable in case of low energy buildings since they have a limited effect for solar control. What is a proper solution for solar control is a moveable shading device outside of the glazing. However, the external mechanical moveable shields are exposed to wind and other extreme weather condition and might get stuck or even break. Regular maintenance is required. This is a problem, especially in case of high-rise buildings. Electrochromic glazing changes the transmittance properties as electric voltage are applied to the terminals. The solar transmittance can be changed from very little to very high value providing the optimal transmittance for any circumstances without any moving mechanical parts. The operation can be controlled by a computer program, but the user has the option to override it temporarily. Applying electrochromic glazing has some additional advantage, e.g., better thermal and visual comfort. The paper introduces the tests made at the University of Cagliari using two test cabins, one fitted with normal, the other with electrochromic glazing. Comfort testing including a thermal manikin is a common task of the research groups at the University of Cagliari and that of the University of Pécs.
Keywords: solar control, electrochromic glazing, thermal comfort, comfort tests, thermal manikin
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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BIOMIMICRY- CACTI
IN ARCHITECTURE
Pál Mónika1
Architecture student 6.semester (BSc), Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, palmonika@icloud.com
Baranyai Bálint
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, baranyai.balint@mik.pte.hu
Kokas Balázs
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, kokas.balazs@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
In nature, the living world has evolved over millions of years in such a way that it perfectly adapts to its environment. By studying the nature, the living world and its knowledge, we can create something that is much more adapted to its environment.
During my research, I studied the ribs of cacti and its significance. The cactus’s ribs shade most of the plant, preventing the plant from evaporating too much water and overheating. Could this cactus ribs even be used on buildings?
The purpose of the ribbed building is to shade our building and prevent it from overheating. In my study, I examined the energetic and internal comfort advantages and disadvantages of this facade, as well as other related issues
Keywords: cactus, façade shading, thermal comfort
Topics: Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture
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TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION: ENHANCING
THE ADAPTIVE REUSE AND SHAPE CONFIGURATION OF THE GRAMMAR OF THE SPACE SHAPE.
Goriel, Wafaa Anwar Sulaiman1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, Wafaa.anwar.sulaiman@gmail.com
Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, zoltan.erzsebet@mik.pte.hu
Molnár Tamás
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, molnar.tamas@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The essential duties in the current progression of urban areas involve the preservation of the current buildings and structures and modifying them to serve contemporary functional purposes, it becomes crucial to emphasize the need for balance between the goals of conservation on the one hand and functionality purpose and sustainability on the other.
The Syntactical rules and shape configuration grammar work together as one unit to examine the conversion of the historical spaces. It is a design methodology and a computer language for systematic constraint-based shape generation, which has been widely used for architecture design and planning in general and it is introduced as a method that could increase the objectivity of decision-making in the preservation process.
Having studied numerous sources from the literature view and the case studies, this research work explores the influence of shape grammar principles on the performance of adaptive reuse interventions as the critical enablers of modern functional development and integration, at the same time, fully comply with the historical architectural character of the building. Overall, this paper is dedicated to investigating the relationship between adaptive reuse and shape configuration grammar, and the interplay between them and their role in the association and revitalization of historical structures are described further in this work.
Keywords: Shape grammar, Heritage building, Adaptive reuse, Sustainable Conservation, Configuration
Topics: Adaptive reuse
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DOES THE
SPONTANEOUS AND AD HOC
REUSE OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE BUILDINGS ALTER THEIR CULTURAL IDENTITY? A CASE STUDY OF THE MECHANICAL INDUSTRY IN NIŠ, SERBIA
Antić, Uroš1
PhD Student, Scholarship holder at the Ministry of Science, Technological Development, and Innovations, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, Aleksandra Medvedeva 14, Niš, Serbia, anticuros6@gmail.com
Jevremović, Ljiljana
PhD, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, Aleksandra Medvedeva 14, Niš, Serbia, ljiljana.jevremovic@gaf.ni.ac.rs
Stanojević, Ana
PhD Candidate, Research Assistant, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, Aleksandra Medvedeva 14, Niš, Serbia, stanojevicana1991@gmail.com
Milojković, Aleksandar
PhD, Associate Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, Aleksandra Medvedeva 14, Niš, Serbia, aleksandar.milojkovic@gaf.ni.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
The city of Niš in Serbia has a rich industrial history and tradition of production. Thus, a broad palette of industrial facilities can be found across the city. However, the once prosperous industrial production has faced collapse at the end of the 20th century due to numerous factors, such as deindustrialization, ideological reorientation, economic turmoil, and brutal warfare. These circumstances have led to the widespread abandonment of industrial buildings, often found within the urban network, with distinctive architectural characteristics, significant cultural identity, and great potential for mindful repurposing. Unfortunately, the current practice shows that these spaces are partially reused chaotically, with little regard for their architectural and historical value. The aforementioned raises a question: Is the spontaneous and unplanned process of reusing and reshaping the inherited industrial buildings ultimately destroying the characteristics of historical industrial typologies, which further endangers their cultural identity and authenticity? This paper focuses on the spontaneously reused industrial buildings of the broader industrial site – the Mechanical Industry in Niš. The purpose of this research is to find out to which extent does this practice damage the industrial heritage of Niš and whether there are alternative solutions that can foster the idea of reusing abandoned industrial spaces while nurturing the authentic aesthetics of these facilities.
Keywords: Sindustrial heritage, adaptive reuse, cultural identity, authenticity, spontaneous development
Topics: Adaptive reuse
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TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE CONSERVATION: ENHANCING
THE ADAPTIVE REUSE AND SHAPE CONFIGURATION OF THE GRAMMAR OF THE SPACE SHAPE.
Greg András1
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, greg.andras@mik.pte.hu
Veres Gábor
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, veres.gabor@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The survival of mankind depends on the use of energy since the dawn of time. Sustainability is always based on well-thought energy consumption, but unconsumed energy can serve better the protection of the environment as a prevention. Sustainability means that as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”
The studies related to sustainable development emphasize the necessity of a change of attitude and the responsibility of universities in its implementation. The Academic class like engineers, and political-economic decision-makers are going to define society in the future, what society will be able to create the balance and “fair play” between the environment, society, nature, and economy, and assume responsibility. What can we do as architects to promote a change in attitude?
During an academic semester, students at the University of Pécs had a project about current socioeconomic issues in architecture and urbanism. The task was to recycle the vacant buildings of the Zsolnay Porcelain Factory of Pécs. The solutions show that sustainability is not only important when designing new buildings, but it is also essential to recycle our existing built infrastructure.
Keywords: sustainability; reconditioning; revitalization; heritage; architecture
Topics: Adaptive reuse
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SCHIZO-ARCHITECTURE: SUBJECTIVITY AND RISK IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Gourdoukis, Dimitris School of Architecture AUTH, Greece, dgourdoukis@arch.auth.gr
Makri,
Athanasia1 Independent Researcher, Greece, athamakri@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Recent developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence are challenging all preconceived and established modes of operation in contemporary societies. Social structures can no longer be defined through standard procedures where everything is under surveillance and operates according to norms. At the same time, the rise of AI challenges subjectivity and its production. Architecture – itself a mode of production of subjectivity – could not remain unaffected: AI tools are threatening to render the traditional concept of the architect as something almost irrelevant to the current condition.
The above observations are taking place within a social reality that is characterized by constant uncertainty, which disrupts the social structure while producing a society of risk. Such a condition – when it becomes constant – produces fear. Fear of becoming risk is a socio-political concern, even though the threat is still hypothetical. Nevertheless, knowledge about risk can generate new possibilities and opportunities.
Technology – AI included – is often presented as a solution against those ‘social malfunctions’. At the same time however, it poses the danger of establishing a constant condition of uncertainty by removing most aspects of the production of subjectivity – or by replacing them by artificial ones.
The proposed paper claims that the concept of schizophrenia, as developed by Deleuze and Guattari, might provide for architecture a way out of the destruction of the subjectivity that AI produces. Schizophrenia is understood in that context not as a clinical condition, but as a revolutionary one. By favoring constant change and movement, and the production of desire, schizo-architecture might provide an alternative to the homogeneity that is produced by AI and a weapon against its totalitarian nature. The subjectivity of the architect is produced through a critical approach to risk and the conscious change it brings about in an unpredictable future world.
Keywords: Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Risk, Schizophrenia
Topics: Architectural design
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INTEGRATING ARABIC ARCHITECTURE PRINCIPLES IN CONTEMPORARY OFFICE BUILDINGS TO ENHANCE SUSTAINABILITY AND ADAPTABILITY
Abu-Lail, Dana Maher Ayoub1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, danaabulail@hotmail.com
Zoltán Erzsébet Szeréna
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, zoltan.erzsebet@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Arabic architecture which is characterized by intricate geometric patterns, climate responsive design and cultural significance provides valuable insights on creating structures that are architecturally aesthetic as well as ecologically sensitive. The research investigates the possible benefits of Arabic architectural principles when integrated into office building designs to enhance sustainability and flexibility. natural materials, courtyard designs, and passive cooling strategies may be subtly included into contemporary office designs to maximize interior comfort, energy efficiency, and general well-being. On this line, the study provides useful strategies for assimilating Arabic architectural traditional methods into contemporary office buildings using case studies and design guidelines to facilitate a fusion of tradition with innovation that promotes built environments that are sustainable and adaptable. The investigation indicates a way towards achieving urban environments that are more ecologically aware as well as culturally significant thereby advancing knowledge on how traditional aspects might affect contemporary architecture among others.
Keywords: Arabic architecture, Office buildings, Adaptation, Integration, Sustainability
Topics: Architectural design
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FEASIBILITY STUDY OF RENOVATING GENERAL WARDS IN CHINESE COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE CENTRES BASED ON ASSEMBLY TECHNOLOGY
Fu Ziqiang1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, 851177786@qq.com
Rétfalvi Donát
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, retfalvi.donat@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The COVID-19 pandemic that swept across the world at the end of 2019 had a long-lasting impact on people’s psychology and behavioural changes, and although the outbreak in China was relatively stable and the prevention and control policy was optimised to “Category B management”, It is also through this outbreak that some of the deficiencies in China’s response to large-scale infectious diseases have been exposed, a challenge that is particularly notable in the face of the contradiction between insufficient resources in infectious disease wards and the needs of a large number of patients.This urgently requires the healthcare system to optimise healthcare resources in response to the challenge of patient surge.
The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of using prefabrication techniques to retrofit general wards into infectious disease wards in community Healthcare centres in China, focusing on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with medical safety standards.
Keywords: Assembly technology, Community Healthcare Center, General ward
Topics: Architectural design
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ASSESSING THE ADAPTABILITY OF APARTMENTS TO CHANGING NEEDS OF ITS RESIDENTS:
CASE STUDY OF OSIJEK
Brkanić Mihić, Ivana1
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, ibrkanic@gfos.hr
Koški, Danijela
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, dkoski@gfos.hr
Zečević, Timon Blaž
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, tzecevic@gfos.hr
ABSTRACT
A home is more than a mere shelter, it provides a sense of personal security, privacy and personal space, plays a major role in the physical and mental health of its occupants and affects their productivity, happiness and life satisfaction. Since people spend a large part of their lives in their homes, now even more than before due to the events caused by the last pandemic with all aspects of life taking place within their own four walls, it is essential to assess the extent to which the current living environment meets the needs of the occupants. This is especially true with regard to the new requirements for living spaces and exploring the directions of their further development in order to provide them with a high-quality, healthy and adapted space that meets all their housing needs. The aim of the study is to analyse the spatial characteristics of the apartments and to examine the different possibilities of their spatial organisation. The study was carried out on the basis of the floor plans of the 53 most frequently represented tworoom apartments in the city of Osijek, which were built between 1960 and 1990 and make up a total of 4,045 of apartments or almost 10 % of the total building stock. The study examined apartment floor plans, spatial organisation, the most important interior and exterior spaces of the apartments as well as the flexibility and adaptability of the apartments. The results indicate that for a large number of apartments, there are only limited options for adapting them to the requirements of modern living.
Keywords: housing design; apartment layout; spatial characteristics; adaptability; flexibility
Topics: Architectural design
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MODERN TRADITION - CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURAL
INTERVENTIONS IN THE TRADITIONAL CONTEXT OF THE LAKE BALATON HIGHLANDS
Vörös Erika1
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, voros.erika@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The architectural character that has developed over the centuries is a distinctive feature of the northern shore of Lake Balaton. In recent decades, the area’s unique panorama has attracted new owners, resulting in a rapid increase in land and property prices. However, the new clientele and owners have brought different housing needs that the typical wine press building of the area (including the scale and comfort conditions) are unable to satisfy. The conflict between protecting existing assets and meeting the changing needs of users is a frequently discussed issue in both professional and decision-making circles, however, it remains unresolved. This research aims to solve a conflict through an experimental study. The focus is to develop a design methodology that respects the architectural characteristics of the landscape while incorporating contemporary features and meeting the needs of an emerging social group. On one hand, the research is based on the assessment of the traditional architecture of the area and its distinctive character. These reference points can serve as the foundation for formulating a new architectural response in the 21st century. On the other hand, the research was based on the assessment of the clients’ needs, distinguishing between perceived and actual needs, and comparing the clients’ realized expectations to the existing potential. The results and conclusions are presented through a case study. The project area has a distinctive architectural character, reflecting the traditional building methods and options typical of the region. The study was initiated by examining the contradictions between landscape and built environment values and client requirements. The case study resulted in a building that draws inspiration from traditional architecture while also considering changing functional, social, and technological needs. The resulting methodology is adaptable to other sites due to the topological characteristics of the area and flexible to the changing needs of possible clients.
Keywords: regional development, design methodology, adaptation
Topics: Architectural design
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PARTICIPATORY
MULTICRITERIA EVALUATIONS: A HUMAN
CENTERED DESIGN AID TOOL
Finucci, Fabrizio1
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, fabrizio.finucci@uniroma3.it
Masanotti, Antonella G.
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, antonellagiulia.masanotti@uniroma3.it
Mazzoni, Daniele
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, daniele.mazzoni@uniroma3.it
ABSTRACT
Designing may be addressed as a decision-making process which involves the generation of alternatives whose evaluation allows the improvement of the final product. Participatory Multicriteria Evaluation (PME), such as decision-aid tools, implement a multi-dimensional approach considering the direct involvement of users, at the main stages of the evaluation, aimed at the shared selection of the project alternative based on predefined objectives and criteria. PME is an operational tool able to synthesise the rationality in decision-aid process and the inclusiveness of a participatory path in support of Human-Centred Design (HCD). HCD, such as multidisciplinary practice, aims to integrate multiple perspectives, to ensure people needs and to make the product accessible, understandable and usable. The HCD approach shifts the focus from the end product to the capabilities and limitations of human beings with their multiple characteristics, sensitivities, physical, mental, emotional and social needs that stand out each person.
Recently, some studies demonstrated the need to develop an understanding of HCD in the built environment field, in order to design and produce inclusive spaces suitable for the majority of people. In this regard, the defining criteria stage in PME to aid HCD design practice is crucial regarding human variability, framed as the diversity that characterises each person and as an indispensable element for universal and inclusive design.
The paper, through a selection of best practices, aims to highlight the benefits of direct user involvement in PME for HCD-oriented decision-aid processes, including a better understanding of people’s preferences, broader sharing of design solutions and more inclusive spaces.
Keywords: Participatory Multicriteria Evaluation, Human Centered Design, Inclusive Design, Decision-aid Tool
Topics: Architectural design
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POST-DESIGN ADDITION OF BUILT-IN FURNITURE
Ramos González, Nicolás1
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, ramos.gonzalez.nicolas@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The present study aimed to explore the relationship among interior architecture, built-in furniture, and the well-being of its inhabitants. This thesis seeks to understand and explain the roles played by these elements in contemporary architecture and demonstrates their relevance through a specific project. The experimental design project presented here confirms the importance of built-in furniture in interior domestic spaces as architectural elements that cater to individual needs and utilize spatial interstices effectively. The results of this study support the author’s perspective on considering these architectural components as solutions to various contemporary issues. This encourages reflection on key elements that can be integrated post-design to accommodate the new functions demanded by modern living. Moreover, these findings can enhance our understanding of interior spaces and inspire similar solutions.
Keywords: Interior Design, furniture design, built-in furniture, domestic spaces.
Topics: Architectural design
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HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES ASSISTED BY PARAMETRIC DESIGN
Varga Konrád1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, koni.varga@gmail.com
Borsos Ágnes
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
In this research, the emphasis is on the measuring device, Mimosa. Previously, it was designed and invented under the umbrella of the “Parameterized Comfort in Physical Spaces” research team at the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics at the University of Pécs. The idea was to design an aesthetically pleasing measuring device for the research team’s “Comfort Map.” This research aims to examine and better understand Mimosa’s purpose as a device while also functioning as a design product. By increasing the measured parameters, we can get a more detailed state of the indoor workplace. Adding CO2 measuring to the existing sensors leads to an elevated form of data collection, which helps in the designing process of the workplace and gives more precise feedback on the current state of the indoor environment. This research also focuses on the shape and appearance of the Mimosa after upgrading it. This study aims to enhance the existing device further and create a product that most workplaces can use effectively.
Keywords: Parametric Design, Human-centered Design, Measuring Device, Comfort Parameters
Topics: Architectural design
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HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES ASSISTED BY VIRTUAL REALITY
Bittner Zsófia1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, bittnerzsofia@gmail.com
Borsos Ágnes
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The impact of the physical environment on people is significant, and the quality of its indoor spaces dictates its functionality. To kickstart the creation of design plan, it is essential to identify the user’s needs. This involves developing an interior design program and making crucial design choices.
The research is centered around a case study of a building renovation at the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics at the University of Pécs. Once the design program was established, an interior design proposal was formulated to improve the functionality of the indoor spaces. The study aims to measure the practicality of the design choices proposed in the interior design plan. The research design follows a structured approach, starting with an evaluation of the current state of the indoor spaces. Afterward, the interior design is tested through virtual reality (VR) simulations to identify any potential issues and refine the design further. Finally, user feedback is obtained based on their experience of the implemented design. This approach aims to ensure that the final design is both practical and effective in meeting the user’s needs. Identifying these needs are important to initiate the creation of an architectural and interior design plan. The ultimate goal of this study is to gain a deeper understanding of these design choices.
Keywords: Virtual Reality, Human-centered Design, Interior Design
Topics: Architectural design
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TARNAJOULE - AN ALTERNATIVE TO CENTRAL HEATING ON A VILLAGE SCALE
Paári Péter1
Assistant professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, paari.peter@mik.pte.hu
Halada Miklós
Associate professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, halada.miklos@mik.pte.hu
Széll Attila Béla
Associate professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, szell.attila@mik.pte.hu
Széll Judit
Master lecturer, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, szell.judit@mik.pte.hu
Perényi László Mihály
Associate professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, perenyi.laszlo@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Tarnabod is a village of 600 inhabitants in the south of Heves county. It is not connected to the natural gas network or district heating and is isolated in terms of energy supply, making it vulnerable in terms of security of supply. There is currently no possibility of laying a gas pipeline in the village, heating in winter is costly and causes significant air pollution. The aim of the study is to develop a consumer- and climate-friendly, innovative and sustainable financing model for the village through alternative energy supply systems that will raise the energy supply to the buildings in the village by at least one level. The solution at this stage is a woodchip heating centre which, together with the district heating pipeline that will also be built as part of the project, could provide a solution to the heating problem of the buildings that will also be upgraded as part of the project. An important element of the project is the hall building that will provide the heating. This will be achieved by demolishing an existing building and rebuilding it on the site, which is not common practice. This will be achieved by building a quarter of the original hall building in the first phase and then extending the heating system to meet the needs of future development, with the buildings connected to the district heating network. This article focuses on the experience of using recycled materials for the hall building, the problems encountered and the solutions to these problems.
Keywords: Tarnabod, Sustainability, Skeleton structure, Energy, Building materials
Topics: Architectural design
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(POETIC)
QUALITY IN ARCHITECTURE: AI GENERATIVE DESIGN
Tošić, Jovana1
Professor
of Vocational Studies,
ITS – Information Technology School, Savski nasip 7, Belgrade, Serbia, jokica.in.wonderland@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
One of the main issues in contemporary architectural design is what architectural quality is and how to achieve it. It is also an intriguing and challenging question to answer. Architect Peter Zumthor states – “Quality architecture to me is when a building manages to move me,” and for him, it’s a poetic quality in architecture that matters the most. Therefore, the question could be reformulated: What is a poetic architectural quality, and how can it be achieved? Further, artificial intelligence platforms (text-to-image AI art generators), such as Midjourney (the most popular for generative architectural design), DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, etc, are considerably involved in developing architectural design concepts, shaping details, and giving a space its character. This process is a coherent “dream” of an architect and artificial intelligence. The results are often unpredictable. Therefore the process is largely intuitive, but the base is cultural, historical and art knowledge, and their cross references. The paper will analyse how AI art generators could improve architectural quality, in terms of more poetic and less pragmatic architectural design. The paper explores projects of famous architectural designers, studios and artists that include AI in their design (as an inspiration, a faze, or a final result), as well as theories of the notion of architectural quality. The aim is to define and think of ways to improve (poetic) architectural quality using AI art generators.
Keywords: AI generative design, Architectural quality, Poetic quality
Topics: Architectural design
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RESEARCH ON FEASIBILITY FOR CONCEPT OF STEREOSCOPIC COMMUNITY
IN NEW-TYPE URBANIZATION
Cui Qitong1
PhD Student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, 1768756959@qq.com
Zilahi Péter
Associate professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, zilahi.peter@mik.pte.hu
Jin Xin
Assistant professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, dr.jin.xin@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Currently, the coordinated development of human settlement quality, urban modernization, and the environment is in conflict at the land level, Urban integration and resource integration are ongoing.
In cities and towns, there are common problems such as backward design of public facilities and excessive cost of modernizing old communities. Existing buildings also have problems such as functional redundancy, lack of planning integrity, and passive design. Among them, the dynamic transportation connection between commercial blocks and residential blocks consumes huge amounts of money, and the economic efficiency of urban upgrades is low. This article studies existing community forms through field data and information, and summarizes the relevant characteristics and problems of common community forms and some special community forms. The concept of community proposed in this article is similar to “distributed clusters” in the computer field. ——Multiple units are combined to form a cluster. On this basis, various possibilities of community form in the organic vertical integration of space were explored, the optimization direction was analyzed, and spatial concepts such as “residence”, “aggregation”, “transportation” and “security support” were summarized and proposed. This gives a specific design strategy for the object.
In summary, the purpose of this paper is to explore another new form of community-threedimensional community. The research direction is clearly limited to the discussion of more scientific community forms within the scope of design. That is to say, the community in the paper is only the tangible carrier of the community and the container for production and life, and does not play or act as a government management role.
Keywords: Community, stereoscopic community, interior design
Topics: Architectural design
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AS SUPPORT TO THE DESIGN PROCESS
Kraljević, Katarina1
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, katarina.kraljevic02@gmail.com
Dolaček-Alduk, Zlata
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, zlatad@gfos.hr
ABSTRACT
The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in architecture is being explored in this study, particularly in terms of its contribution and support to the creative process of design. The research is presented through two key parts. The first part presents the results of an experiment in which AI was applied in the creative process of designing the competition project “Museum of Emotions.” The second part analyzes the application of artificial intelligence in practice. For the purposes of the research, the creative process is divided into five basic steps, and AI tools are used in each of them. In the first step, AI is used to develop the concept and philosophy of the project through interactive messaging with an AI system. In the second step, the concept is translated into spatial realization, during which AI participates in generating spatial schemes and desired environments. The third step involves intensive consultations with the AI system and the use of generative software to resolve uncertainties arising during the formation of the final solution. In the fourth step, AI is used in generating and refining 3D models and project visualizations. In the fifth step, AI is a key tool in designing presentation materials and textual descriptions. In the second part of the study, a survey was conducted among architecture students to examine the degree and manner of AI usage in their work, while information on the application of artificial intelligence in world-renowned architectural firms was gathered through the internet. The aim of this research is to provide insights into the potential role and involvement of AI in the process of conceptualizing, developing, and visualizing architectural concepts and solutions. The study examines the creative capacities of AI and its applicability in practice.
Keywords: creative process, AI tools, architecture
Topics: Architectural design
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APPLYING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AND PYTHON PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE,
IN ARCHITECTURAL GEOMETRY
BASED FORM GENERATION
Devetaković, Mirjana1
Assoc. Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, mirjana.devetakovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Djordjević, Djordje
Assoc. Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, djordje@arh.bg.ac.rs
Ivanović, Jelena
Assist. Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, jelena.ivanovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Mitrović, Djordje
Teaching Assistant, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, djordje.mitrovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
In last couple of years, usage of artificial intelligence (AI) has been widely democratized. Many of very powerful AI tools are integrated into frequently used ICT services, while some completely new AI based applications appear on almost daily basis, and are very often freely available. The AECO sector (Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operation) is not an exception. Some recent studies indicate that tens of applications supporting AECO are nowadays enriched with AI features. Many of them support the area of visualization, but there are also numerous attempts to contribute to the design and construction processes. In this paper we present the process of architectural form generation, performed in the Rhino 3D software, powered by Python programming language that serves for defining parametrized geometric structures. To define Python scripting, readable by Rhino 3D Python Editor, ChatGPT 3 chatbot has been professionally used. Highly benefiting from the ability of ChatGPT to combine mathematical knowledge and Python scripting, as well as to respond to textual programming requests, a series of complex geometric forms has been modelled and visually examined. Some of selected characteristic forms have been 3D printed. After a brief introduction of applied tools and concepts (Math + ChatGPT + Python + Rhino 3D + Grasshopper), we present the procedure used to obtain the operational Python scripts by leading AI through the process of parametric modelling. Since it is often not a straightforward way to get the results, some specific aspects of strongly controlled, purpose-driven usage of ChatGPT are given. The paper is illustrated by numerous characteristic examples, and the gained results of generated architectural form are discussed, including pro and cons of the explained
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procedure. The paper concludes with a discussion of the new technological skills requirements in contemporary architectural design.
Keywords: Geometric form, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Python, Rhino 3D, Architecture
Topics: Architectural design
ENHANCING ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION SHIELDING OF BUILDING MATERIALS: INSIGHTS INTO MECHANISMS AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS
Vrdoljak, Ivan1
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimira Preloga 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, ivrdoljak@gfos.hr
Miličević, Ivana
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimira Preloga 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, ivana.milicevic@gfos.hr
ABSTRACT
The increasing prevalence of electromagnetic (EM) radiation in our environment has raised concerns regarding its potential health effects. This paper investigates mechanisms for shielding building materials from EM radiation and explores their implications for human health. Despite the lack of definitive long-term studies on the health impacts of EM radiation, the importance of proactive protection cannot be overstated. The paper describes the mechanisms of protection against electromagnetic radiation (absorption, reflection and multiple reflections) and gives a brief insight into the theoretical basis of electromagnetic protection of building materials. The paper also presents some positive examples of improving the electromagnetic protection of bearing materials such as concrete or clay brick.
Keywords: Electromagnetic shielding, health effects, absorption, reflection
Topics: Building structures and materials
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LIFESPAN AND QUALITY OF MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN SERBIA: CRITERIA FOR VALUATION
Đukanović, Ljiljana1
Associate professor, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/II, Belgrade, djuli@arh.bg.ac.rs
Lević, Bojana
Teaching Assistant, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/II, Belgrade, bojana.levic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Živković, Irina
Teaching Assistant, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/II, Belgrade, irina.zivkovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
The assessment of the lifespan of a residential building is a complex and multi-criteria process that can be observed through three different categories: physical, functional and economic lifespan. The lifespan of a building lasts as long as the conditions of its physical integrity, functional usefulness, and economic viability are met. Various factors influence the lifespan of a building, ranging from the design process, through the construction process, to the maintenance process of the building. Factors influencing the lifespan of a building are multiple and can be divided into factors arising from legal regulations, environmental influences, and factors arising from human actions. The topic of this paper is the assessment of the condition of Serbia’s multi-family residential stock from the perspective of building lifespan and the assessment of the quality of this stock of buildings. Serbia’s multi-family residential stock consists of a set of different buildings in terms of construction period, size, applied construction assembly, embedded materials and systems, spatial organization concept, location conditions, maintenance methods, and similar. In order to understand the characteristics of this complex set, it is necessary to form building types that combine the characteristics of certain building periods and are structured according to parameters evaluated during the life cycle assessment. The paper presents and analyses three basic types of multi-family residential buildings with several subtypes, which represent the overall multi-family residential stock. Based on the adopted criteria, a valuation of the multi-family residential stock in Serbia has been carried out, indicating possible directions for its renovation.
Keywords: Lifespan, Housing stock, Multi-family residential buildings, Building typology, Valuation
Topics: Building structures and materials
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WAYFINDING AS A TOOL FOR INCLUSION. THE DESIGN RESEARCH FOR SCHUSTER PARK IN ROME
Calcagnini, Laura1
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, laura. calcagnini@uniroma3.it
Trulli, Luca
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, luca.trulli@uniroma3.it
Accolla, Carolina
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, car.accolla@stud.uniroma3.it
ABSTRACT
This paper presents the results of a research conducted within the Department of Architecture of Roma Tre University aimed at the definition of design strategies for a universal inclusive park. The research provided as case study the Schuster Park in Rome, located close to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. The results of the research are represented by design guidelines useful for the elaboration of the Technical and Economic Feasibility Project. The guidelines are an expression of design strategies such as wayfinding.
Wayfinding defines the ability to acquire knowledge of own position, direction, and attainment of the set destination. It represents the full ability of changing direction independently, in a familiar space or not. Wayfinding describes the integrated system between the individual sense of direction and the tools that enable people with different abilities to acquire the information to make this happen.
The wayfinding design strategies for the accessibility of Schuster Park have considered the complex relationship between the park and the city: in fact, the park is placed between different polarities of the city district affected by the Basilica of St. Paul, the city’s mobility systems, the Bambin Gesù Children’s Hospital, and some buildings of the Roma Tre University. This paper describes how the orientation system was defined by integral strategies based on Human Centred Design that involved, among other things, the realization of four different information totems with the aim of making Parco Schuster an accessible public space for all. The research, conducted in agreement with Fondazione Tetrabondi onlus, the Department of Human Neuroscience of Sapienza University of Rome, the Italian Association of Occupational Therapists, the AES Cultural Association, and the Order of Architects of Rome and its province, was developed through a participative design process that involved multiple stakeholders, including active citizenship of neighbourhood associations.
Keywords: Wayfinding, Accessibility and usability, Human Centred Design, Schuster Park
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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THE HUMAN-CENTRED DESIGN IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES: THE CASE OF MAGGIE’S CENTRES
Baratta, Adolfo F. L.1
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, adolfo. baratta@uniroma3.it
Mariani, Massimo
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, massimo.mariani@uniroma3.it
Tonolo, Marina
Department of Architecture, Roma Tre University, V. A. Manunzio 68L 00153 Rome, mar.tonolo@stud.uniroma3.it
ABSTRACT
In recent decades, the research and design of healthcare spaces and facilities has been transformed by a trend that has been defined as the “humanism of healthcare”, i.e. a new approach to healthcare that takes account of a broader framework of individual human needs. Indeed, healthcare facilities are no longer considered solely in terms of their primary function of treating illness, but also in terms of improving the psychological and physical well-being of users, to which contributes the quality of the built and natural environment where recovery takes place.
The principles of Human-Centred Design applied to healthcare facilities contribute to this design evolution, extending the technological culture of the project from a specialised to a holistic approach. In fact, they make it possible to place at the centre of the design process the interaction between people, with their abilities and limitations, and the environmental context, where spaces play an active role in contributing to the quality of life of users and the healing process.
In the United Kingdom, Maggie’s Centres, a network of healthcare facilities for cancer patients, has been in existence since 1996, on the initiative of the writer and landscape architect Maggie Keswick. The centres recognise landscape, building and interior design as fundamental tools for the physical and psychological care of the guests. The Architectural Brief, which guides the design of each centre, has been developed by focusing on the person and their physical, mental, and emotional characteristics, such as empathy, with an approach that can be seen as a forerunner of more recent Human-Centred design.
This paper aims to provide a reading of the Maggie’s Centres Architectural Brief to show, also through the most recent constructions, how these care centres constitute a virtuous model of Human-Centred Design.
Keywords: Maggie’s Centre, fragile users, humanisation of care
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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MEGA PROJECTS OR SUSTAINABLE PAVILIONS: HOW STUDENTS PERCIEVE THE 2027 BELGRADE EXPO_METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH
Djukic, Aleksandra1
Full professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, sandra@arh.bg.ac.rs
Maric, Jelena
Assistant professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, jelena.maric@arh.bg.ac.rs
Lazarevic, Eva Vanista
Full professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, eva@arh.bg.ac.rs
Mitrovic, Biserka
Associate professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, biserka@arh.bg.ac.rs
Antonic, Branislav
Teaching assistant, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, antonicb@arh.bg.ac.rs
Jovic, Emilija
PhD student, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, minja1509@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The famous “EXPO” exhibition led by the French Bureau International des Expositions, in 2027 will be organized in Belgrade. Large investments, new construction sites, and recognizable mega-projects of architecture are an integral part of EXPOs around the world. These exhibitions have made a huge impact on city branding by developing urban landmarks that attract millions of new tourists each year. On that notice, with the aim of planning an alternative version of the exhibition “EXPO 2027 Belgrade” we developed the task for students of the fourth year of integrated academic studies at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture in the academic year 2023-24. The total number of students engaged in this course is over 40. Students worked in groups and collaborated close with mentors and associates during one semester of active teaching. The methodological process is based on the guidelines of “RIBA - The Royal Institute of British Architects” methodology that starts from developing vision and information base, then continues on extensive analysis and evaluation in order to develop conceptual urban design solutions. Following this methodology the students are introduced with the creative techniques such as superhero and lotus blossom method, which require thinking „outside of the box“, and delivers fresh ideas with critical approach towards practice examples. Student works represent original visions for sustainable concepts innovative for an exhibition like “EXPO 2027 - EXPO 2027” and presented in the form of an attractive design and extensive program.
Keywords: Innovative Teaching Methodology; Architecture; EXPO 2027 Belgrade
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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A MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDY OF SURVIVAL STRATEGIES OF MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES: THE ARCHITECT’S PERSPECTIVE
Dányi Tibor Zoltán1
Assistant professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, danyi.tibor@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The study describes the architectural aspects of examining the communities of the outskirts of a county seat in Hungary. Multidisciplinary investigations were carried out employing frameworks of social psychology and architecture aimed to find out how individuals living on the periphery of society designed and built their own homes that provide minimal comfort in order to avoid using homeless care systems. Studying these structures built by minority groups is also important because their construction and operation have a much smaller ecological footprint on the environment than those built using advanced technologies. The methods of presenting the simplest architectural solutions of the circular economy were documented with architectural survey drawings. Using qualitative methods such as interviews, observation and documentation, the study explores how participants used local materials, traditional techniques and their own creativity to construct affordable and functional homes. Their efforts represent a unique way of how individuals in marginalized communities develop survival strategies. Although the minority groups under investigation in the present study live hidden from a significant part of society, these case studies show an example of a possible means of dealing with social challenges in a regulated construction environment and a highly polarized society. As a result, the study provides insight into the potential of self-built apartments meeting the housing needs of low-income communities.
Keywords: homelessness, architecture without architects, social sustainability, circular economy
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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THE ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT AND FACULTY WELL-BEING: A STUDY OF ZAGREB ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS COMFORT IN THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR
Muraj, Iva1
Full Professor, Ph.D., Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb, Kačićeva 26, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia, imuraj@arhitekt.unizg.hr
ABSTRACT
Academic learning environments are places where university students get their academic knowledge. The teaching-learning processes and the student’s academic performance are directly linked to the real classroom conditions.
A severe earthquake hit Zagreb on March 22, 2020, and caused significant damage to the built environment. The building of the Faculty of Architecture located in Kačićeva Street was also damaged. Renovation works are underway and will be completed next year. The faculty currently operates in two locations on the outskirts of the city – in Maksimir and Žitnjak. The paper examines the temporary, repurposed storage building called ‘Tekstilpromet’ in the Žitnjak business zone and explores the overall impact of space on students through different parameters. The research is focused on the investigation of the subjective well-being of the Faculty of Architecture students.
By presenting the results of selected students’ works conducted in the master course Architecture and Technology 1 in the academic year 2023-2024, the paper discusses the project approach, gives all negative and positive effects of the space, and concludes with some lessons learned. The research aims to evaluate the parameters that normally affect the user’s comfort in the interior space (architectural characteristics, thermal, visual, acoustic, and respiratory comfort). Several diverse factors significantly influence the way students experience their new temporary space. These range from ‘class size’, ‘equipment’, ‘leisure time’, ‘service activities that contribute to the livelihood of the place’, to ‘interior climate’, which affect the overall experience of the interior space. The results show how internal conditions affect the students’ behavior. Buildings, even temporary ones, should be designed in a way that users’ comfort is assured. This paper aims to deepen the understanding of the influence of architecture on students’ work and how certain parameters affect the feeling of well-being and convenience in space.
Keywords: temporary building, faculty well-being, students, survey
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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THE IMPACT OF TIME POVERTY ON ARCHITECTURE
Zilahi Péter1
Associate professor, University of Pécs,Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Boszorkány street 2., 7624 Pécs, Hungary, zilahi.peter@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Today’s society often prioritizes convenience over time, leading to a prevalent issue of time poverty despite the abundance of objects and tools provided by consumerism. This phenomenon not only impacts our daily lives but also affects the quality of our environment. By acknowledging the complexity of this issue, we can work towards finding collaborative solutions that benefit both individuals and the environment.
This presentation aims to examine the effects of time poverty on decision-making methodology and its potential impact on the built environment, using a case study as an example. The presented example provides an opportunity to demonstrate a potential design approach to address the aforementioned phenomenon.
The case study highlights a design and construction project that was initiated by a local NGO and funded by a Community budget awarded by the city of Pécs. The NGO is comprised of families who have adopted and maintain an underused green space in the city, investing significant effort in its upkeep. A pavilion with a covered-open design was constructed using the community budget. The story showcases the contrast between a conventional approach and a solidaritybased solution that is in line with the local architectural tradition.
Keywords: Time poverty, Social architecture, Collaborative solutions, Decision-making methodology
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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INVESTIGATING STRATEGIES FOR MAINTAINING
THE PROSPECTIVE URBAN HOUSING IDENTITY AND LIVEABILITY IN THE CITY OF DAMASCUS
Tomajian, Haik1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, h.tumajian@gmial.com
Gyergyák János
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, gyergyak.janos@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
This paper investigates the historical, cultural, and architectural aspects that contribute to the city’s unique identity. Starting with the ancient influences of Mesopotamian and Roman architecture, that narratively progressed through the Islamic era, where intricate designs and spatial organization principles influenced residential constructions. The Ottoman Empire’s rule introduced elements of Turkish architecture, blending with indigenous Syrian styles. During the French Mandate period, modernist ideologies emerged, leading to the incorporation of European architectural principles into Syrian urban planning. Post-independence, the current political ruling party regime promoted socialist ideals, resulting in mass housing projects and the proliferation of Brutalist architecture. Additionally, the interest rekindled towards the traditional Syrian architectural forms in the late 20th century, evident in contemporary housing developments, despite the Syrian crisis. This paper aims to provide insights into the Damascene architectural evolution, and delves also into the concept of liveability, focusing on the quality of life of the city’s residents in order to maintain prospective housing identity and liveability. It proposes inclusive strategies that balance modern development with consideration of the city’s identity. The paper tries also to contribute to an understanding of the complex dynamics that influence urban housing identity and liveability in Damascus city. Thus, it charts a path towards a more resilient and vibrant urban future for Damascus.
Keywords: Urban-Housing, Quantitative, Qualitative, Architecture-Identity, Place-Memory
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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CHALLENGES
IN
DESIGNING THE INTERIOR OF A MUSEUM IN CENTURIES-OLD BUILDING: A CASE STUDY OF THE PÉCS
ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Rácz Tamás1
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, racz.tamas@mik.pte.hu
Borsos Ágnes
Full Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
Medvegy Gabriella
Full Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, medvegy.gabriella@mik.pte.hu
Gyergyák János
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, gyergyak.janos@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
Designing the interior of a museum is a complex and challenging process, especially when the task involves the restoration of a historically significant building, which has witnessed numerous architectural influences over the centuries. Against this backdrop, this discussion aims to present the challenges encountered during the concept development, design, and realization of the Pécs Archaeological Museum.
This project offers a valuable glimpse into the current system of monument protection in Hungary, economic constraints, and the social implications of restoring a culturally significant structure.
Drawing upon general design theory and design thinking, this discourse aims to expound on the challenges encountered and the outcomes achieved in the process of restoring the museum’s interior.
Keywords: Museum, Interior design, Heritage building, Design methodology
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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ENHANCING LEGIBILITY OF URBAN ENSEMBLES AT A RANGE OF DISTANCES, COMMON LIGHTING AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
UTILIZING COMPOSITIONAL TECHNIQUES OF 19TH CENTURY URBAN ARCHITECTURE
Dougherty, James1
Principal / Director of Design, Dover, Kohl & Partners town planning, 1571 Sunset Drive, Coral Gables, Florida 33143, USA, jdougherty@doverkohl.com
ABSTRACT
19th Century urban architecture features a design vocabulary of nested compositional articulations of graded scale. These layers of building articulation evolved to be seen at a range of distances, calibrated with regard to atmospheric perspective and human optical capabilities, to aid in spatiotemporal legibility of both individual buildings and urban ensembles. This paper examines specific compositional parameters of 19th Century urban architecture, and conventions for their use to enhance legibility of urban ensembles when viewed at: 1. a range of distances and 2. within a range of common, real-world lighting / weather conditions. The goal of this paper is to clarify specific ways in which compositional techniques of 19th Century urban architecture optically enhance urban legibility, and to distil actionable, testable compositional principles which may prove useful to architectural designers working within urban contexts today.
Keywords: 19th Century urban ensembles, compositional principles, spatiotemporal legibility
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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WHEN SHORT OF SPACE, SHARE SPACE AND SHARE POWERS TO CREATE BETTER PLACES
de Haan, Pieter1
Knowledge Centre Shared Space, Westersingel 4, 8913 CK Leeuwarden, The Netherlands, pieter@kenniscentrumsharedspace.nl
ABSTRACT
With the growing need of mobility, the growing need for speed and grow of population in almost all countries in the world, a need for managing this mobility started at the first half of last century.
At first when cars came in and a difference in speed between cars and pedestrians became a safety issue, the solution was found in infrastructural measures. Separation for every mode of transport, if there was space.
Regulation started, laws, and training. Enforcement was necessary, new tasks for police and justice. Technology came in. With lights and signs, more and more technology became dedicated, priority rules, complicated, computer controlled junctions. Counting of cars, cyclists and pedestrians. But urban design and architecture came later. They need to go together. These technological means are mostly one way communication. The system communicates with the public, not even with a person. They are treated as a group, all the same and without interaction. In the words of the famous Hans Monderman, founder of the idea of Shared Space: The greater the number of regulations, the more people’s sense of personal responsibility dwindles. Or: If you treat people like idiots, they will behave like idiots.
In Shared Space is no need for( advanced) technology. There is a need for dedicated urban design, and architecture. A complete design and architecture that elicits the desired behaviour. So architects, urban designers, traffic engineers and experts on human behaviour should work together in future cities.
In cities, villages and neighbourhoods, places where are more functions than only moving from A to B, the quality of the space should be a human place in stead of a traffic place. Places should be human, inclusive for all road users.
Keywords: urban design, architecture, communication, human places
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE REFURBISHMENT OF MONGOLIAN HISTORICAL WOODEN STRUCTURES
Gombo-Ochir, Enkhjin1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, goexaap.pte@pte.hu
Molnár Tamás
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, molnar.tamas@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The architectural heritage of Mongolia, with its unique collection of historical wooden temples and monasteries, stands as a testament to the nation’s rich cultural and religious history. These structures, characterized by their intricate carvings, elaborate designs, and traditional construction techniques, have faced numerous challenges over the centuries, including natural degradation, climate adversities, and human-induced damage. Recent years have witnessed a surge in efforts to refurbish these wooden edifices, aiming not only to preserve their historical essence but also to imbue them with new functionalities that cater to contemporary needs. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the refurbishment processes undertaken in Mongolia, examining the methods, materials, and technologies employed to ensure the structural integrity and aesthetic fidelity of these historical buildings.
Keywords: Mongolia, Monastery, Refurbishment, Mongolian Wooden Structure
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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CENTER CULTURES AS PREVIOUS POINTS OF CULTURAL DIFFUSION - CONTEMPORARY UNDERSTANDING AND IDENTIFICATION OF THE DYNAMICS OF SPATIAL TRANSFORMATION
Jezdimirović, Dimitra1
Faculty of Technical Sciences, Universtity of Novi Sad, Square of Dositej Obradović 6, Novi Sad, Serbia, dimitrajez@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
In the post-war period, there was an expansion of the construction of cultural centers on the territory of Yugoslavia, which contributed to the development of cultural life in rural areas. Cultural centres, built with a specific type plan and an eclectic style of facade treatment, are positioned mainly in the central zone of the village, thus representing a new point of reference in that populated place. By looking at the documents from that period, subsequent additions and expansions of these facilities were foreseen, which were not realized mainly for financial reasons. With the collapse of the state, cultural centers were closed and devastated. Since the construction of a new cultural institution is not foreseen in the villages, the residents are deprived of an important aspect of their lifestyle and well-being. At the same time, the nonrenovation of the cultures centres create an inadequate image of the village. On the case study of the cultural center in the village of Kamenica in Serbia, the symbolism of the cultural center as an architectural and social phenomenon, the possibilities of renewal that would encourage re-inclusivity and functional decentralization will be considered. Through the conducted survey, it will be seen how the inhabitants are connected with the abandoned cultural centres. An architectural and cultural analysis will be conducted on this case study. The goals of this research are to identify the image and identity of the place that the abandoned cultural center forms as the central point of the village, as well as the possibilities of re-adaptation and strategic remodeling of cultural centers with the inclusion of the population and consideration of their needs from the cultural sphere in order to form a program of new cultural architectural settings.
Keywords: Cultural centers, Inclusion, Decentralization, Quality of place
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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CREATIVE INDUSTRIES FOR RURAL SETTLEMENT
REGENERATION: A CASE STUDY OF VILLAGE MEDNA
Guzijan, Jasna1
Bosnia and Herzegovina, University of Banja Luka Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University camp Bulevar vojvode Petra Bojovica 78 000 Banja Luka, jasna.guzijan@aggf.unibl.org
Djukić, Aleksandra
Serbia, University of Belgrade Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra 73/11, 11000 Belgrade, adjukic@afrodita.rcub.bg.ac.rs
Malinović, Miroslav
Bosnia nad Herzegovina, University of Banja Luka Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University camp Bulevar vojvode Petra Bojovica 78 000 Banja Luka , miroslav.malinovic@aggf.unibl.org
Cvijić, Siniša
Bosnia nad Herzegovina, University of Banja Luka Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University camp Bulevar vojvode Petra Bojovica 78 000 Banja Luka , sinisa.cvijic@aggf.unibl.org
ABSTRACT
While creative industries are typically associated with big cities, recent EU research shows that famous creative hotspots are located in rural areas. Creative industries serve an essential role in helping rural economies. Culture can play an important part, and so can offering creative courses in rural areas that are far from universities and cultural hubs. Rural areas boast a combination of natural and architectural heritage, which gives them an advantage in terms of quality of life and economic potential. Yet, most rural areas in Europe have been faced with economic, social and environmental problems, resulting in their devastation. The village of Medna is located in the Municipality of Mrkonjić Grad, the Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina. This area has been continuously inhabited since pre-Roman times, as evidenced by many archaeological sites, the medieval stećci tombstone graveyards and the Prizren fortress. Also, the Roman Salona–Servitium road passed through the area. The village boasts fine examples of vernacular architecture, an important element of the local cultural identity. It is also known for its honey products and fruit brandy (plum, pear, apple). The area is faced with depopulation, a lot of the building heritage has collapsed or is derelict, and the extraction of ore in the village is leading to an ecological crisis. This paper deals with the possibility of rural regeneration of the village of Medna by identifying its potential and proposing innovation economic activities to ensure sustainable development. It presents a project done with architecture students of the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy at Banja Luka University. The case study of village Medna focused on
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the excellence of the preserved local cultural and natural heritage to identify the local resources – the area’s distinctive elements and characteristics – for creative economy stimulation. The Medna regeneration strategy involves raising the awareness of the local population about the value of the local heritage and disseminating this information to the wider community.
Keywords: creative industry, rural regeneration, village Medna
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
THE PRINCIPLE OF PERMEABILITY AND ABSORPTION OF THE CITY AS A POSSIBILITY OF CONCENTRATION OF MEANING
Alihodžić Jašarović, Ema1
Associate Professor, Faculty of Architecture University of Montenegro, Zmaj Jovina 265, 81000 Podgorica, emajasarovic@gmail.com
Milićević, Nemanja
Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Architecture University of Montenegro, Admirala Zmajevića, 81000 Podgorica, nemanjamilicevic93@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The spatial result of multi-decade processes in Montenegro is very heterogeneous, and levitates between the complete distortion of the city, spontaneous growth, up to its total destruction and mutation, which ultimately makes Montenegrin cities very disoriented today. The imbalanced state of cities is a product of irrational and unprogrammed urban policies, and the absence of integral reflection in order to plan the optimal future of the city. Respecting all the historical layers that had a formative role in the creation of the city’s identity, as well as the sedimented modifications of the space, it is necessary to create methods of mediation between them. Mediation can also be formulated as a method of overcoming existing, apparently intractable conflict spatial scenarios. Value compensation could be realized as a complex system of mediation on several levels. First of all, a methodological set of analytical processes determine the degree of “damage” to the city’s identity. Then its potential in the form of determining the coefficient of potency of the city in the part of the degree of absorption of meaning. Taking the existing state as zero, the one that was inherited, this method could represent an important factor in assessing how ready a city is to change, that is, how sensitized a city is to any type of change. The principle of permeability and absorption indicates the immune state of the city, the spatial and social potential, that is, the readiness of the city to develop. This represents a decisive moment in the determination of the city to build a new compensated identity and image of the city. Permeability in this sense refers to the filter that controls new “contents” that enter the city, while absorption represents the potency of society and space to accept or reject that idea that penetrates the city.
Keywords: permeability, absorption, methods of mediation, compensated identity
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
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SPATIAL STRUCTURES AND COMMUNICATION
Koós Marianna1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, koosmarianna.mail@gmail.com
Medvegy Gabriella
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, medvegy.gabriella@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The presentation describes, through a case study, a specific mission of the architect that results from the early integration of the future users of built spaces into the architectural design process. This result is the correct ‘user space understanding’ of the built environment. The subject of the study is the new educational space of the Department of Communication and Media Studies of University of Pécs , which was realized in 2011 in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. The faculty members of the department were actively involved in the design process of the new building that would house them, and in the process it became clear that they wanted to create an environment that would provide them the opportunity for a more open, interactive teaching and community building.
In my view, architectural design is usually an interaction-based process where the architect first tries to understand the user’s function, needs and possibilities. Then a spatial vision has to be outlined, which will integrated into the architectural and natural environment, and then inserts the user himself into this vision.
A better result is achieved if the client is involved at an early stage in the process, and the user tries to understand and imagine this vision in the course of the joint work. The architect plays the role of a mediator, guides the user through this space and amplifies his or her ‘spatial understanding’ skills. These new skills are developed during the subsequent use of the space and can reflect back to the user, transforming his or her habits and thinking. I would like to illustrate this process from a 13-year perspective, through the above architectural assignment in which I participated as an architectural designer.
Keywords: educational buildings, rehabilitation, interactive spaces, collaboration
Topics: Image, identity, and quality of place
METAVERSE MUSEUM ARCHITECTURE: SPORTS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Cardoso de Mello, Janaina1
Departamento de História, Universidade Federal de Sergipe (UFS), São Cristóvão/BR, Bolsista Produtividade CNPq DT -2, janainamello.ufs@gmail.com
Chaves, Julia Beatriz Silva Vicente Mestrado em História, Universidade Federal de Sergipe (UFS), São Cristóvão/BR, Bolsista Capes, juliabsvchaves@gmail.com
Rodrigues, Francisco Pedro Mousinho de Albuquerque Mestrado em Educação (PPGED), Universidade Federal de Sergipe (UFS), São Cristóvão/BR, chicoalbuquerque55@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The architecture of museums has evolved through the application of digital technologies such as AutoCAD and SketchUp in volumetric configurations. With the enhancement of Virtual Reality (VR) combined with Augmented Reality (AR), Python programming, and the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is possible to develop a conceptual immersion modelling like the Metaverse with the use of 3D glasses. The term “metaverse” originated in 1992 in Neal Stephenson’s book “Snow Crash,” and later games such as Sims, Second Life, and Minecraft perfected its concept. In this aspect, the project has been dedicated to creating museum environments aimed at promoting sports such as women’s soccer, futsal, and surfing. Therefore, the objective is to develop hybrid models (VR/AR) guided by AI for an immersive setting capable of retaining mental concentration and gestural integration with the proposal of physical activities. With an attractive and interactive design for new generations, the museum of the past articulates the history of sports and the digital practice of diversified modalities in an innovative futuristic manner. The use of high-resolution cameras capable of transmitting more than one billion pixels per second to displays also provides head and hand tracking and real-time 3D mapping, understanding hand gestures in a wide range of positions, favouring mobility, and coordinated physical activity. Realism is sought to enable users to perceive the weight, texture, and rigidity of modelled objects. The experimental methodology encompasses the use of Unreal Engine software through the following stages: 1) scene assembly, 2) panoramic capture, 3) 3D gamification with historical-sports data, 4) exportation, and 5) application. The reference framework is provided by Schlemmer and Luciana Backes (2008), Baltazar et al. (2014), and John Marx (2023).
Keywords: Sports Museum, Digital Architecture, Metaverse, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence
Topics: Landscape architecture
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COMPUTER VISION IN DESIGNING OF SUPPORTS AND AIDS FOR BLINDS AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Magarò, Antonio1
Roma Tre University, Department of Architecture, Piazza Orazio Giustiniani, 4 - Rome, antonio.magaro@uniroma3.it
ABSTRACT
Worldwide, there are approximately 2.2 billion people with a visual impairment (Who, 2019). ISTAT (2019) quantifies at 2.1% of the European Union’s population over-15, the people suffering from severe visual impairment. This percentage rises to 5.6% if only the over-65s are considered, and to 8.7% for the over-75s.
The field of enabling and assistive technologies, such as those integrated systems that improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities (Baratta and Magarò, 2023) is very active in responding to issues related to sensorial disabilities. Using the number of patents for measuring this activity, emerging enabling and assistive technologies, dedicated to overcoming vision deficiencies, see an annual increase of 27% (WIPO, 2021).
However, although the field of artificial intelligence is also pervasive in contemporary lifestyles, technology transfer in the field of supports and aids’ design is held back by the difficulties of implementation in human-centred designed, wearable, and low-cost devices. This paper presents the first results of a research conducted in the Department of Architecture of Roma Tre University, with the aim of writing a set of operational guidelines to exploit open-source hardware and software technologies, for designing computer vision-based, wearable devices, to recognize objects, distinguish them on a display with high-contrast graphic, and send an audiodescription to earphones.
Computer vision is that branch of machine learning that involves training a machine to see and distinguish images, simulating human understanding. At this stage, the most effective technologies are identified in relation to image capture and processing, as well as opensource software libraries for object recognition. In addition, their limitations and potential for working on wearable processors with low computing power are assessed. Finally, the feasibility of a prototype based on these technologies is described, and critical issues are identified, establishing methods and tools for overcoming them.
Keywords: Computer vision, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Human Centred Design, Blinds and visually impaired
Topics: New construction technologies
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DEVELOPING AN APPLICATION TO ASSIST MANAGEMENT
TEAMS IDENTIFYING BIM USES FOR BIM-BASED APPOINTMENTS
Altamimi, Motasem1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, motasemaltamimi7@ gmail.com
Rácz Viktor Norbert
Student, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, raczviktor3@gmail.com
Rák Olivér
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, rak.oliver@mik.pte.hu
Zagorácz Márk Balázs
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, zagoracz.mark@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operation (AECO) industry is undergoing rapid development, driven by the increasing adoption of processes and workflows powered by new technologies, including the implementation of advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) applications across all stages of built assets. This evolution has led to a growing demand among AECO firms to integrate BIM-based workflows into their practices. In response, this research develops an application that assists planning professionals to comprehend, navigate, and pinpoint the intended BIM Uses (BUs) that correspond to their different professional purposes in BIM-based appointments. Further, the program automatically allocates selected BUs into distinct sets based on the reference combination, and aligns them to the related business standard frameworks derived from ISO 19650 series. Consequently, the proposed interface not only facilitates BUs definition, but also streamlines the development of BIM-related contractual documents such as the BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
Keywords: BIM (Building Information Modeling), BIM Uses Definition, Application Development, BEP (BIM Execution Plan), ISO 19650.
Topics: New construction technologies
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GLOBALIZATION AS A REDEFINING PRAXIS OF THE BUILT
HERITAGE OF BELGRADE
Dukić, Anđela1 MA in art history, PhD candidate, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Philosophy, Čika Ljubina 18-20, iu.andjeladukic@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The announcement focuses on defining and analyzing the problems of globalization practices using examples of recent changes in the urban and architectural structure of Belgrade. Seen from the point of view of a wider sociopolitical and cultural framework, the dichotomies between the city cores and the newly created matrices will be explained while considering the plans for the next period. As established, historically grounded, and structurally justified spatial units are redefined through the processes of rapid changes, Belgrade’s architectural heritage successively disappears before the waves of investor urbanism. The focus of the research is based on selected examples from the 21st century in the form of case studies. Problems of denivelation, expansion, insertion into existing cores, security and infrastructural risks, as well as permanent damage to the city’s identification sights, will be shown. In line with the above, we will talk about the problems of protecting established spatial entities as well as individual buildings of eminent architects whose creative contributions marked the architectural history of Belgrade. In addition, we will discuss the lack of publicly available information about current projects that should be accessible to both scientific, professional, and wider social strata, and the consequences of this kind of non-transparency. The principles of anonymity, which make it impossible to see the author’s contributions to the project documentation, and the practice of participation in large architectural bureaus will be problematized. In this case, the focus will also be placed difficulty of applying the factual model to write subsequent papers, which further impairs the possibility of the next stages - valorization and comparison. Finally, we will discuss the perception of historiographers, publicists, and critics about current construction practices with emphasis on the need to deepen the issue of the architecture of globalization in scientific and professional circles.
Keywords: globalization, architecture, urbanism, Belgrade
Topics: Preservation of built heritage
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MODERN HOME FROM A HISTORICAL SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE IN PÉCS
Molnár Tamás1
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, molnar.tamas@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
This paper has the aim to present those aspects that were considered at the reconstruction and the extension of a historical single-family house in Pécs. The site is in a monument area in the historical downtown of Pécs. The location affected the possibilities and the solutions that could be used during the design process of the otherwise not protected building. It was a main aim to reconstruct the openings of the street façade that was radically changed during the second half of the 20th century. Furthermore, by demolishing the earlier addition on the garden side, it was possible to establish a living area and in the rooftop a bedroom area that fulfils the nowadays requirements. The owners use the finished building happily. The project proves that even a historical building in a monument area can be turned into a modern single-family house by careful design considerations. The reconstruction of an old house into a new home is a reasonable and sustainable option considering the future of the built environment.
Keywords: heritage protection, reconstruction, extension, single-family house, Pécs
Topics: Preservation of built heritage
STUDY ON PRACTICE OF SITE PROTECTION AND UTILIZATION
IN MOUNTAINOUS ENVIRONMENT -- TAKING THE DESIGN OF YUNXIAN MAN RUINS PARK IN HUBEI AS AN EXAMPLE
Chen Kun1
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, HuBei University, School Of History and Culture, No.368 YouYI Toad,Wu Han, HuBei Province, 545015567@qq.com
Bachmann Bálint
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, bachmann.balint@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
This paper takes the design of Yunxian Man Ruins Park in Hubei as an example. This paper introduces the characteristics of the landscape on the terraces of Han River. How to integrate site protection and park infrastructure construction. With the purpose of showing the human history of millions of years ago, the current space is orderly sorted out and utilized, and the landscape nodes that fit the features and features are shaped according to the terrain, so as to achieve the smoothness of the overall viewing flow line of the park, enrich the level and function of the park landscape, and make the spatial form of the park carry and transmit the landscape space and cultural attributes of the integration of the mountain landscape and the features of the human origin site. At the same time, it is embedded in the rural environment and functions, so that the site park can become the research base of world human history, and build a diversified rural cultural tourism system. This paper takes the design of Yunxian Man Ruins Park in Hubei as an example. This paper introduces the characteristics of the landscape on the terraces of Han River. How to integrate site protection and park infrastructure construction. With the purpose of showing the human history of millions of years ago, the current space is orderly sorted out and utilized, and the landscape nodes that fit the features and features are shaped according to the terrain, so as to achieve the smoothness of the overall viewing flow line of the park, enrich the level and function of the park landscape, and make the spatial form of the park carry and transmit the landscape space and cultural attributes of the integration of the mountain landscape and the features of the human origin site.
Keywords: Site display design, Terrace environment, heritage park
Topics: Preservation of built heritage
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TOWARDS A BIM RECONSTRUCTION
OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE, BASED ON ARCHIVE DOCUMENTATION – A CASE STUDY: THE POWER PLANT “POWER AND LIGHT” IN BELGRADE
Devetaković, Mirjana1
Assoc. Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, mirjana.devetakovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Djordjević, Djordje
Assoc. Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, djordje@arh.bg.ac.rs
Mitrović, Djordje
Teaching Assistant, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11000 Belgrade, djordje.mitrovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
Industrial heritage is an important part of the overall built heritage, often neglected and ignored, but in some cases transformed into extremely inspiring renewed spaces used for various purposes. This paper places the BIM (Building Information Modelling) into the industrial heritage domain, as a backbone technology in the digitalization of AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operation) sector. Thus, foreseeing BIM as an essential tool used to document complete built environment, including the industrial heritage, this study defines and discusses relevant activities that precede the complex BIM modelling processes, highlighting ones related to available archived documentation research.
In the focus of this case-study is the power plant “Power and Light”, situated on the right Danube riverbank in Belgrade (Serbia), which was the main electricity supplier of Belgrade from 1932 to 1969, today completely abandoned and devastated. The mentioned building is selected with an aim to create an “ideal” building BIM model, based on the technical documentation, created by the designers from the Swiss Society for Electrification and Transport in Basel.
After examining related bibliography and exploring archives in Belgrade, relevant technical documentation was found, and deeply researched, its state highlighted, and main technical characteristics and suitability for BIM modelling notified, having in mind the defined purposes and complexity of the future BIM model.
The paper concludes with a discussion of the digitalization strategies of the overall available documentation in collaboration with the Historic Archive of Belgrade, and it sharing in the BIM Collaboration PRO cloud, supported by companies Autodesk and TeamCAD.
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Keywords: Industrial heritage, Building Information Modelling (BIM), documentation, archiving, digitalization
Topics: Preservation of built heritage
TYPOLOGIES OF CHARDAK HOUSES IN EASTERN CROATIA
Stober, Dina1
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, dstober@gfos.hr
Krajnović, Marija
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, mkrajnovic@gfos.hr
Raguž-Lučić, Nikolina
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, nrl@gfos.hr
Lončar-Vicković, Sanja
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, sloncar@gfos.hr
Dolaček Alduk, Zlata
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, zlatad@gfos.hr
Moser, Vladimir
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, J.J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, Croatia, vmoser@gfos.hr
Kulić, Saša
Civil Engineering and Geodesy High School, Drinska St. 16a, 31000 Osijek, sasa.kulic@skole.hr
ABSTRACT
Vernacular architecture evolves by reflecting the characteristics of the local environment, climate, culture, natural materials, technology, and the experience of centuries of community building. The project entitled Documenting Chardak House for Preserving Endangered Wooden Structures along Drava and Danube Rivers in Croatia is part of the ongoing Endangered Wooden Architecture Programme (“EWAP”), which established the funding system, education for researching vernacular architecture and research on vernacular architecture. The project aims to research and document elevated wooden structures used for corn storage, which serve as one of the identifying elements of traditional Croatian farm households and yards. Different types of chardaks found along the Drava and Danube rivers represent various vanishing building techniques and aesthetics. The data collection inquiry has been established to record the locations of chardaks, including their construction, approximate dimensions, purpose, and other pertinent details. The chardaks have been documented on GIS maps for 10 rural settlements in the Baranja region. Mapping diverse aspects on a comparative basis, we
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analysed the position of the chardak on the plot, its relationship to the main house, and the structural and architectural features documented for every detected location. Typology refers to classifying buildings or structures based on shared characteristics, such as architectural style, form, function, or construction method. The presented analysis aims to identify the typological forms and architectural characteristics of chardaks within the spatial scope of the Baranja region in eastern Croatia. Subsequent research will compare them with identified typologies in the Koprivnica-Križevci and Virovitica-Podravina counties.
Keywords: Chardak house, Drava and Danube rivers, endangered wooden structure, typology
Topics: Preservation of built heritage
URBAN COMMONING IN POST-SOCIALIST CITIES: THE CASE OF CIVIL INITIATIVE FOR PRESERVATION OF OPEN GREEN SPACE IN BANJALUKA
Špirić, Ana1
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University of Banjaluka, 77 Vojvode Stepe Stepanovića Blvd. Banja Luka, ana.spiric@aggf.unibl.org
Djukić, Aleksandra
PhD, Full Professor, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11120 Belgrade, Serbia, adjukic@afrodita.rcub.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
With the aim of continuous economic development and accumulation of capital, cities are facing intensive exploitation of resources within the framework of urbanization. The shrinking of open public spaces which became subject to privatization, affected the practice of urban planning which is often unable to offer alternative solutions for overuse of city territory and create liveable urban environment. In post-socialist cities the established capitalist principles of private ownership and market-lead processes of city-making have significantly influenced changes in urban development management. In conditions where local communities lack financial resources to implement public policies, the role of the private sector in urban development becomes dominant. Low level of participation of civil society in the decision-making process of urban planning frequently results in opposition to capitalist urban development and emergence of urban resistance movements.
A recent revival of the concept of urban commons in urban theory has brought a new insight into the topic of management of shared urban places through citizen participation and collective action. Urban commons may have transformative potential fundamental to sustainability, democracy and social equity and justice. This paper deals with the urban commons as a social practice (commoning), which offers new understanding of urban collectivities, urban governance and urban transformation. The aim is to re-examine the role of commoning in post-socialist urban transformation and to indicate an in-depth understanding how urban commons is protected in specific urban contest. The paper presents an action of civil initiative for preservation of green space in the residential area in Banjaluka. This example indicates the importance of informal and formal forms of self-organization of citizens for improvement of liveability of neighbourhood and preservation of community interests. Finally, the example indicates the need to implement local governance innovations based on lessons from commoning practice with the goal of achieving long-term social sustainability of post-socialist Banjaluka.
Keywords: urban commoning, post-socialist urban transformation, civil initiatives, Banjaluka
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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URBAN FORM AND GENERATIVE PROCESS AS DOMINANT ASPECTS OF CITY PLANNING
Kosić Okanović, Jasmina1
Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 6, Novi Sad, Serbia, kosic.jasmina@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
It is a known fact that cities develop as the result of coordinated human efforts but also self-organization and spontaneity in creation. This notion poses several questions: Is there a balance between these two processes? How can we articulate their relations and interaction in more detail? What is the relationship between local and global processes? By remarking the complexity, diversity, and ambiguity of these phenomena and the number of different ways used in this field to describe them, one can conclude that there is no clearly defined set of elements for explanation.
In this paper, we try to find an appropriate approach to designing modern cities by better understanding the relationship between the planned development of cities (usually based on the urban form) and a more or less controlled generative process. We analyse urban morphology as a starting point for analysis and research. We observe two aspects of urban morphology in the existing scientific work: urban form and the generative process. Therefore, two basic approaches to city planning can be derived: a) based on the urban form and b) one that prioritises generative processes.
Our research shows that most theorists advocate the point of view where urban forms are the primary property of every urban morphology, which implies that the form-based approach is more relevant. On the other hand, urban development in the last thirty years suggests that this concept needs to be revised, especially in cases of hybridization of urban environments, e.g., related to globalization, sustainable economy and development, and efficient use of resources. New ways of communication and transportation in modern cities have a strong, if not decisive, impact on urban development and processes. Common goals of urban planning, such as urban form, are being replaced by new priorities, such as adaptability, resilience, inclusivity, security, and global-local relations.
Keywords: urban form, generative process, urban morphology, adaptability, resilience
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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IMPLICATIONS OF
EYE-TRACKING
DATA FOR WAYFINDING AND URBAN DESIGN: THE CASE OF POST-SOCIALIST NEW BELGRADE BLOCK
Mitrović, Nikola1
PhD student and Junior Researcher, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11120 Belgrade, Serbia, nikola.mitrovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Djukić, Aleksandra
PhD, Full Professor, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73/2, 11120 Belgrade, Serbia, adjukic@afrodita.rcub.bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
Eye-tracking experiments have enabled the development of powerful artificial intelligencebased software tools, allowing for in silico research into human pre-attentive processing of design solutions in public spaces. While commonly used by advertisers and retailers to drive consumption, these tools also hold potential for creating better environments. A significant advancement lies in the use of eye tracking and simulation software to predict walkability in urban settings. By identifying hotspots where users fixate, correlated with urban or architectural design elements, these tools can provide insights into potential walkability and offer guidelines for movement.
This paper examines wayfinding and urban design in three urban pockets in post-socialist Belgrade from the perspective of pedestrian users. These pockets were selected based on visual and perceptual ambiguities that lead to wayfinding and orientation challenges for pedestrians. The researcher acted as a user, recording pedestrian movements through the urban pockets on video. The video recordings were then extracted into images and analysed using 3M VAS software to detect visual interactions through heatmaps, hotspots, and gaze sequences. The results revealed various detections, from the impact of urban furniture and pavements to the positioning of benches and the use of color or materials in public spaces. These findings suggest ways to modify stimuli in the environment to enhance walking experiences. As a contribution, this research demonstrates how simulation design approaches in public spaces can guide transformations to create more livable, legible, and safer environments for walking, particularly in the context of post-socialist transformations.
Keywords: eye-tracking, visual attention, predictive engagement, urban design, post-socialist environment
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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EFFECTS OF THE REDESIGN OF BUILDING FACADES IN THE CITY CENTER ON THERMAL COMFORT IN PUBLIC OPEN SPACE, COMPARISON OF SIMULATIONS SCENARIOS AND MEASUREMENTS IN KRAGUJEVAC, SERBIA
Mandić, Lazar1
PhD student, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, PE “Urban Planning – Kragujevac”, Kragujevac, Republic of Serbia, archlazarmandic@gmail.com
Marić, Jelena
PhD, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Architecture, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, jelena. maric1989@yahoo.com
ABSTRACT
Choice of building envelope improvement strategy (sanitation, reconstruction) can improve thermal comfort of open public space in city center. Building envelope redesign - choice of façade materials and shading design is one of climate mitigation solution for potential high energy savings, but also mitigation strategy for UHI effects, and outdoor thermal comfort improvement. Local government supports urban façades retrofit programs, because of external effects on local truism, economy, heritage and aesthetic values and public acceptance. Different envelope redesign strategies and technologies are needed depending on building style, shape and façade orientation. Subjective attitude, values of residents and political support are very important for choosing adequate strategy and technologies for building envelope redesign in city center. Economic and ecological aspects also are important. The paper reports case study research - comparison on different redesign scenarios of building facades, for city center, urban block Prodor in Kragujevac, Serbia. Results of simulations with software program ENVI-met, show correlation between different approaches in building retrofits of modernist and traditional facades (applying cold coatings, green facades, brisolei and classic and photovoltaic panel facade systems), and the limited influence on thermal effects in public open spaces.
Keywords: Outdoor thermal comfort, mitigation strategies, urban façade redesign, cool coatings, surface albedo
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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INFRASTRUCTURAL
LANDSCAPES:
A HOLISTIC VIEW ON MULTI-SCALAR APPROACH TO PROGRAMMING UNBUILT ENVIRONMENTS
Stamenović, Pavle1
PhD, Assistant professor, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, pavle.stamenovic@arh.bg.ac.rs
Anja, Ljujić
PhD Candidate, University of Belgrade - Faculty of Architecture, anja.efb@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
This research investigates and evaluates the relationship between physical infrastructures of the 20th century and the infrastructures of the 21st century, perceived as networks and data clouds, in the context of enhancing the quality of built environments. The conducted research investigates the paradoxical relation between the notion of infrastructure and landscape. Infrastructures connect and are networks of resources, production and commuting, whilst represent monofunctional hyper divisions - shifts in perception and movement of species, landscapes, environments, therefore habitats. The relational gap between the urban scale and its marginal spaces, existing as separate entities, positions infrastructural landscapes as territory in-between, and opens the discussion of its potential of future development. What is the possible added value to these utilitarian spaces to become places?
The aim of this paper is to propose a research position that perceives infrastructural spaces as unbuilt environments with potential for contributing to urbanity through different models of programmatic physical augmentation. By observing various spatial contexts such as quarries and gravel pits and instrumentalizing elements of viaducts, railway infrastructure, drainage and sewage canal networks and electric grids, this research proposes a new methodological apparatus and offers a holistic view on multi-scalar approaches to tackling shifting environments. Standing in the intersection of landscape, infrastructure and scale, this interdisciplinary research attempts to contribute to the ongoing discussion on liveability, by proposing and evaluating a methodological framework of design research which reformulates infrastructural landscape as a sophisticated instrumental mechanism generating new forms of urbanity and social dynamics.
Keywords: Landscape architecture, Infrastructural landscape, Unbuilt environments, Urban territory, Design research
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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RESEARCH ON ENVIRONMENTAL COLOR DESIGN FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF COLOR GEOGRAPHY
Zheng Renkun1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, kunkun924@hotmail. com
Tamás Anna Mária
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, tamas.anna@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
The research content of this article is to study the color of the overall background of the city and the color of the buildings in each functional area from the macro and meso scale areas. The micro scale color is not covered too much. The study of urban color is relatively later than the study of architectural color. All color-related research disciplines are based on color science. China has a vast territory, rich resources, a long history, and many ethnic groups. Each region has different natural resources.Due to geographical and humanistic cultural characteristics, cities in our country have strong regional characteristics. However, cities are developing rapidly.Many people have limited understanding of urban colors, including some designers, who have limited understanding of the colors of Western and other developed countries.The result of crude imitation of urban colors is that the urban colors in our country are very messy and confusing.The city’s regional characteristics are also being affected by these factors and are facing weakening or even extinction.threats, the continuation of urban context has also been seriously affected by these factors. However, it is worthy of recognition that now.More and more cities are gradually realizing the importance of urban color planning and design, and are beginning to pay attention to the color of cities.And context for research, protection and planning. This article employs the research method of color geography to analyze urban color cases from both natural and human perspectives, studying the geographical characteristics, manifestations, and communication of urban colors. Through on-site investigations and summary analysis of macro colors such as mountains, rivers, soil, vegetation, and meso colors such as buildings in various functional areas of the city, utilizing literature research, comparative research, and comprehensive methods of color geography, analyzing and comparing urban color cases in other domestic and foreign regions, to identify the characteristics, problems, and deficiencies of existing colors.
Keywords: Urban color , Environmental color , Color geography , Regional characteristics
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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THE EVOLUTION AND TRENDS OF URBAN ARCHITECTURAL INTERFACES AND PUBLIC SPACE DESIGN: INFLUENTIAL FACTORS AND LOGICAL MECHANISMS
Hu Tianyu1
PhD student, Breuer Marcel Doctoral School, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, 335406896@qq.com
Medvegy Gabriella
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, medvegy.gabriella@mik.pte.hu
Borsos Ágnes
Full professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, borsos.agnes@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
This paper aims to study the key factors and future trends in the evolution of urban architectural interfaces and public space design. From the 19th-century concepts of pastoral and industrial city planning to contemporary approaches such as transit-oriented development (TOD), integration of photovoltaic architecture, and the application of 5G millimeter-wave technology, the paper explores the impact of technological innovation, societal needs, sustainable development, policy planning, and socio-economic factors on urban architectural forms and public space design. By dissecting these key elements, it reveals the underlying logic of the development of urban architectural interfaces and public space design, and provides a glimpse into future trends, with the aim of offering theoretical and practical guidance for urban and architectural design.
Keywords: Urban architectural interfaces, Public space, Influential factors, Sustainability, Future prospects
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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LIVEABILITY AND POPULATION DYNAMICS: THE CASE OF URBAN MUNICIPALITIES IN NORTH MACEDONIA
Stojanovski, Mihajlo1
MA, Assistant, Faculty of Architecture, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, Blvd Partizanski odredi 24, Skopje, North Macedonia, stojanovskimihajlo611@gmail.com
Korobar, Vlatko P.
PhD, Professor, Doctoral School, Faculty of Architecture, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, Blvd Partizanski odredi 24, Skopje, North Macedonia, vvpk@ukim.edu.mk
ABSTRACT
The urban municipalities in North Macedonia are losing population, except for the city of Skopje. Even in Skopje, which is composed of ten municipalities, three of them show a decline in the number of population. Similar is the situation with the rural municipalities where only seven show an increase in the total population, while all others are losing population. It is worth noting that these seven rural municipalities are located in the wider Skopje region and maintain intensive daily social, economic, and transport communications, confirming the unbalanced regional growth.
Over nineteen years, the period between the two censuses, the urban municipality of Aerodrom had the highest increase in population, in absolute numbers, amounting to 5,726 inhabitants. At the same period, the highest decrease in urban population was recorded in the urban municipality of Gostivar reaching 21,272 inhabitants. Although these numbers might not seem extremely high, for the relatively small-sized cities in North Macedonia, they are significant. About one-third of the urban municipalities have lost approximately 20% of their population with the highest percentage reaching 27.8%. On the contrary, the urban municipalities that have seen an increase in population have not surpassed 10%, with only one exception where the increase is 16.8%.
The primary interest of the paper centres on the population dynamics in urban municipalities and their consequences for the future development of cities in North Macedonia. It examines the cases of decrease in population and their consequences for the liveability in these cities. Considering the expected social, economic, and political changes, this situation will not change dramatically in the foreseeable future. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to adopt new approaches toward urban planning to embrace the new reality, through collaborative planning. The paper examines an alternative approach that should be implemented in the cases of a decrease in population, with the main goal of improving the liveability of cities.
Keywords: Population decline, Liveability, Collaborative planning
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC OPEN SPACES AS A TOOL FOR INCREASING LIVEABILITY IN RURAL AREAS
Igić, Milica1
PhD, Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, milica.igic989@gmail.com
Dinić Branković, Milena
PhD, Associate Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, milena.dinic@gaf.ni.ac.rs
Đekić, Jelena
PhD, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, jelena. djuric@gaf.ni.ac.rs
Ljubenović, Milica
PhD, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, milica. ljubenovic@gaf.ni.ac.rs
Mitković, Mihailo
PhD, Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Niš, mihailo.mitkovic@gaf.ni.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
Public open spaces represent important gathering places in rural areas and play a significant role in the social interactions of the rural population. There are different types of public open spaces, depending on their location within the settlements and their purpose. These spaces are characterized by spontaneous formation and shaping by the residents, they are used casually and often represent focal points in the settlements. There are also examples of planned open spaces where during the socialist period monuments were built honoring soldiers from different battles. Today, because of the lack of maintenance, most of these spaces are neglected, are not equipped properly and are used poorly. Also, as in the case of urban, rural open spaces are also facing negative impacts of climate change which directly affects their quality and degree of use. Public open spaces in rural areas have a huge significance on rural identity and they play an important role in the socio-demographic, spatial and environmental structure of rural areas. This paper discusses different typologies of public open spaces in rural settlements on the territory of the city of Niš. This paper aims to investigate opportunities and challenges for the improvement of public open spaces in rural settlements and their impact on life quality. By revitalizing and improving the current state of public open spaces, it is possible to increase liveability in rural areas, promote rural territory as a decent place for living, and contribute to overall sustainable rural development.
Keywords: Population decline, Liveability, Collaborative planning
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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MULTIMODAL TRANSPORT SYSTEMS OF THE TRICITY AS A MODEL OF SOCIAL INTEGRATION
Kondraciuk, Aleksandra1 Student, Sopot Academy of Applied Sciences, Sopot, a.kondraciuk@sopocka.edu.pl
ABSTRACT
Progressive technology is predominant in our time, and the priority of decreasing the carbon footprint and transport is mainly studied, as it is one of the substantial causes of increased carbon dioxide emissions. The multimodal transport system is a connection that allows municipalities to develop public transport promptly and more economically. Moving around urban agglomerations poses exceptional challenges to retaining traffic flow while determining the negative influence on the environment
In Gdynia, where passenger automobiles account for over 70% of carbon dioxide emissions in transportation—nearly 20% more than the european standard—individuals prefer this mode of transportation for its convenience, punctuality, and avoidance of increasing public transport expenses and the scarcity of public parking availability. Moreover, the citizens’ satisfaction survey demonstrated a desire for more adequate public transport infrastructure and the availability of bicycle paths with simultaneous access to green and recreational areas. Following this, an identical annual analysis, after the introduction of a new guideline on green transport, e.g. parking spaces (their partial elimination and increase in parking fees), as well as the widening of bicycle paths and the opening of bus lanes, indicated that the public satisfaction of citizens dropped by four points and the numeral of registered cars increased nearly 12% over four years. Additionally, a 2019 report on parking zones established insufficient parking spaces and that residents are inclined to pay a 4-fold higher parking fee if there is adequate infrastructure. The commune aspires to “Fit for 55” by 2030, i.e., decrease carbon dioxide emissions by 55%. In order to accomplish it, a reduction of more than 40% is necessary. Consequently, transport integration is required. Addressing the main concerns in Gdynia, such as the productivity deficiency and the forceful policy of raised changes, is crucial. Merging a multimodal transport system with a public-private partnership would authorize development in the essence of sustainable communication.
Keywords: multimodal transport, green city, environment sustainability, social integration, public-private projects
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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COMPARISON OF CREATING 3D MODELS OF CHARDAKS:
MANUAL MODELLING VS. AI-GENERATED MODELS
Šišinački, Jan Petar1
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek Vladimir Prelog Street 3 HR-31000 Osijek, jsisinacki@gfos.hr
Stober, Dina
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek
Vladimir Prelog Street 3 HR-31000 Osijek, dstober@gfos.hr
ABSTRACT
As part of the project “Documenting Chardak House for Preserving Endangered Wooden Structures along Drava and Danube Rivers in Croatia,” under the Endangered Wooden Architecture Programme and the course Introduction to Integrated Design at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture Osijek, students created models of chardaks—corn storage structures typical in the courtyards of houses in rural settlements of continental Croatia. This paper presents a comparative analysis of four methods for generating 3D models of chardaks, focusing on distinguishing between models generated by manual work and models generated using artificial intelligence (AI). The first step introduces the modelling process through the traditional approach of creating 3D models using ArchiCAD software, which involves manually creating 3D models from 2D documentation data. The second step employs an innovative application of text-to-3D AI technology to understand its effectiveness in translating textual inputs into 3D models. In the third step, an algorithm is applied to convert images into 3D, testing its ability to transform images of chardak locations into 3D representations. The final method considers converting a video of a chardak building into 3D models. Throughout the research, each method is analysed within the context of its strengths, limitations, and practical implications in 3D modelling. By comparing manual and AI-generated models and differentiating their processes, the goal is to provide comprehensive insights into AI modelling, fostering a deeper understanding of their contributions and potential advancements in architectural visualization and informational modelling.
Keywords: chardak, AI, 3D visualization, manual modelling
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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URBAN RESILIENCE THROUGH SPONGE CITY ELEMENTS: A CASE STUDY OF PÉCS CITY DISTRICT
Khadra, Lujain Ben1
PhD student, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, ben.khadra@mik.pte.hu
Gyergyák János
Associate professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, gyergyak.janos@mik.pte.hu
Pál-Schreiner Judit
Assistant professor, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Pécs, Boszorkány str. 2, 7624 Pécs, Hungary, pal-schreiner.judit@mik.pte.hu
ABSTRACT
In today’s world, due to climate change, short-term, high-intensity stormwater events are becoming increasingly common, posing a significant challenge for professionals. Such rainfall events, especially in urban environments where impermeable surfaces cannot adequately drain the water cause significant issues. The overload of the sewer system leads to strain on wastewater treatment plants while flooding on paved surfaces disrupts residents’ daily lives. A solution to these problems could lie in the concept of a sponge city. This concept, first applied in China and successfully adopted in several European cities, offers promise even in temperate climate zones. In the first part of the paper, we outline the main characteristics of the sponge city concept. After presenting several successful European projects, we explore how this method could be applied in the Pécs-Szigeti district. The paper examines how the sponge city concept elements could be utilized in the surroundings of four- and ten-story panel buildings, predominantly covered with paved surfaces, to create a more liveable, sustainable environment.
Keywords: Urban Life Sustainability, Stormwater Management, Sponge City Program, PécsSzigeti District
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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THE STUDY
ON THE
ACTIVATION
AND UTILIZATION
OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE IN THE RENOVATION OF URBAN VILLAGES IN
GUANGZHOU OF CHINA
Li Jianjun1
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, lijianjun@gzhu.edu.cn
Jin He
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, 185661698@qq.com
ABSTRACT
The research object of anthropology is human beings and human culture and social behavior. As the different forms of human settlement changes, villages and cities are the spatial carriers of anthropological research. As a subdiscipline of anthropology, urban anthropology focuses on the study of urban space with the aim of understanding the impact of urban environment on residents’ life, social relations and cultural identity. Urban villages in Guangzhou, China, as a complex social phenomenon in the process of urban development, retain the rural social organization and cultural inheritance while assimilating the agricultural function society of the villages in the Zhujiang New City area of the city. As a collection of conflicts between rural society and urban society, it is a natural research topic of urban anthropology. Based on the perspective of urban anthropology, this paper discusses the process of historical and cultural changes of urban villages under the impact of urbanization, and the different strategies for the activation and utilization of historical and cultural heritage in the renewal and reconstruction of urban villages in different historical periods.
Keywords: renovation of urban villages, activation and utilization, cultural heritage, Guangzhou
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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THE CARBON REDUCTION PLANNING AND DESIGN STRATEGY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY CITY CONCEPT OF GUANGZHOU CHINA
Jin He1
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, 185661698@qq.com
Li Jianjun
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, lijianjun@gzhu.edu.cn
ABSTRACT
The Urban planning and building structure design are important links that affect urban carbon emissions, so it is of great significance to evaluate the carbon emissions resulting from the decision. Carbon emission assessment provides a relatively objective and measurable basis for urban design work, which can help designers judge how much impact urban design schemes and related policies will have on the carbon emission status of the design area according to the ideal development condition, and test the scientific and rational selection of low-carbon countermeasures in urban design and whether the technology application can effectively achieve the low-carbon goal. To help decision-makers truly understand the possible impacts of urban design projects on climate change during operation, to identify opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions during planning, design, implementation and feedback, and ultimately to propose solutions with a smaller carbon footprint. Based on the basic principles of “carbon footprint measurement” and “carbon emission audit”, and based on the experience in relevant fields, this paper will discuss the carbon emission assessment methods applicable to the medium and micro scale urban design projects in Guangzhou for four types of low-carbon material elements, and conduct post-use assessment in the actual project of Zhujiang New City. So as to promote the method innovation of low-carbon urban planning and building structure design.
Keywords: Carbon reduction planning, design strategy, environment-friendly city concept, Guangzhou
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
THE HISTORY OF URBAN CENTER PLANNING
IN
GUANGZHOU
CHINA AFTER THE REFORM AND OPENING UP FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF ANTHROPOLOGY
Jin He1
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, 185661698@qq.com
Li Jianjun
Architecture and Urban Planning, Guangzhou University, No. 230 Wai Huan Xi Road,510006,Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, Guangzhou, the P.R. China, lijianjun@gzhu.edu.cn
ABSTRACT
The Anthropological theories have been widely used in the study of architecture and urbanrural settlement relations. The study on the residential planning process of Zhujiang New Town can be translated into the contradiction of local developers and builders’ cognition of the city, and then reflect on the explanatory power of the three concepts of “function”, “space” and “form” in urban design. From the inner perspective of metropolitan residents, this paper constructs the research framework of the interactive relationship between people and cities. Urban planning research is trapped in the presupposition of “modernist knowledge system”. From the perspective of anthropology, by understanding the “urban design knowledge system” of community members and the motivation and logic of transforming the built environment, the judgment on the value of urban planning is revised, and the urban anthropological research methods and theoretical models for the study of urban center are established. At present, sociology and anthropology have analyzed the changes of urban architecture. Anthropology and architecture involve architectural practice and a deep understanding of the trajectory and motivation of urban evolution, as well as urban planning. The discussion of urban planning must be based on the field site, that is, return to the form, function and influence of urban organization revealed by residential architecture, discuss specific cases and urban design events, and distinguish the use of different concepts in specific contexts. Finally, return to the “discipline-based” of urban planning itself, and carry on a substantive dialogue.
Keywords: urban center planning, China after the reform and opening up, cultural history, Guangzhou
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
TRANSFUSION OF THE CRITICAL URBAN THEORY AND MANFREDO TAFURI’S CONCEPTUALIZATION OF CRITICAL ARCHITECTURE
Cingel, Ivan1
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, icingel@gfos.hr
Jurković, Željka
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, zjurkovic@gfos.hr
Lovoković, Danijela
Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Osijek, Vladimir Prelog St. 3, 31000 Osijek, dlovokovic@gfos.hr
ABSTRACT
The Urban planning and building structure design are important links that affect urban carbon emissions, so it is of great significance to evaluate the carbon emissions resulting from the decision. Carbon emission assessment provides a relatively objective and measurable basis for urban design work, which can help designers judge how much impact urban design schemes and related policies will have on the carbon emission status of the design area according to the ideal development condition, and test the scientific and rational selection of low-carbon countermeasures in urban design and whether the technology application can effectively achieve the low-carbon goal. To help decision-makers truly understand the possible impacts of urban design projects on climate change during operation, to identify opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions during planning, design, implementation and feedback, and ultimately to propose solutions with a smaller carbon footprint. Based on the basic principles of “carbon footprint measurement” and “carbon emission audit”, and based on the experience in relevant fields, this paper will discuss the carbon emission assessment methods applicable to the medium and micro scale urban design projects in Guangzhou for four types of low-carbon material elements, and conduct post-use assessment in the actual project of Zhujiang New City. So as to promote the method innovation of low-carbon urban planning and building structure design.
Keywords: Carbon reduction planning, design strategy, environment-friendly city concept, Guangzhou
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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ACTION PLACEMAKING IN BELGRADE, SERBIA: GARDENING AS A GAME-CHANGER OF AN ADAPTIVE URBAN SYSTEM
Stupar, Aleksandra1
PhD, Full Professor, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, Serbia, stupar@arh.bg.ac.rs
Mihajlov, Vladimir
PhD, Associate Professor, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, Serbia, vladimir. mihajlov@arh.bg.ac.rs
Simic, Ivan
PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, ivan.simic@arh. bg.ac.rs
Grujicic, Aleksandar
Teaching Assistant, University of Belgrade – Faculty of Architecture, aleksandar.grujicic@arh. bg.ac.rs
ABSTRACT
Urban gardens have an important role in reconnecting nature and urban environment since their notion is related to culture and everyday life. Focusing on the Belgrade area of Dorcol (the segment between Mika Alas, Panciceva and Solunska Streets) the paper examines the application of the urban gardening approach, conducted in three different examples of dwelling culture, with specific social and cultural needs of local inhabitants. Urban gardens in Belgrade are developed spontaneously (often illegally) as self-organized citizens’ acts. Nevertheless, they promote the values of an active relationship between users and immediate residential surrounding, contributing to the overall comfort of residents and their attitude toward the living environment. Also, urban gardens are not only the places for producing food in financially challenging times, but, above all, the specific nodes associated with socialization and a “sense of home”. Recognizing the benefits of urban gardens, while raising the awareness of this concept in a city, influences the upgraded perception of urban green infrastructure in Belgrade. Consequently, the effects of the action placemaking directed to the future creation of new garden spots could benefit the city on several levels - from the improvement of landscape quality, to the (co)creation and elaboration of an Adaptive Urban System for Belgrade.
Keywords: Urban gardening, Green infrastructure, Social cohesion, Urban resilience, Adaptive Urban System
Topics: Urban design and planning for a better livable urban environment
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