Outputs (2236)

The impact of aged people and dementia-friendly environments in users’ socio-economic inclusiveness
Presentation / Conference Contribution

A number of studies highlights the importance of the relationship between people and spaces, and how environments can positively affect the wellbeing of people as they age in place (Kerr, Rosemberg and Frank, 2012). This study investigates the impact... Read More about The impact of aged people and dementia-friendly environments in users’ socio-economic inclusiveness.

Enhancing the evidence base for property flood resilience
Other

The pilot study reviewed in detail a sample of 702 home insurance claims for flooding from two insurers over the years 2013 – 2019 to enhance the evidence base around key factors affecting cost and duration of flood damage claims.

https://www.floo... Read More about Enhancing the evidence base for property flood resilience.

Investigating the mycorrhizal colonisation of Sedum spp. in the UK
Report

Sedum, or stonecrops, are a popular garden plant. They are colourful but resistant to difficult growing conditions such as dry soils. These drought-resistant properties have also made them the most common species to be planted on green (vegetated) ro... Read More about Investigating the mycorrhizal colonisation of Sedum spp. in the UK.

The role of stakeholders in masterplan regeneration decisions
Presentation / Conference Contribution

Brownfield sites often contain existing buildings and during regeneration the decision to demolish or adapt them should consider sustainability principles. This paper discusses decision-making criteria obtained through a literature review and primary... Read More about The role of stakeholders in masterplan regeneration decisions.

IEA EBC Annex 72 J: Understanding the impact of individual, industry & political decisions on transitions towards environmental sustainability
Report

There is a wealth of research and now data on greenhouse gas emissions from individual construction materials and components and from whole buildings (embodied impacts), and on their measurement through LCA. There is a general assumption that measuri... Read More about IEA EBC Annex 72 J: Understanding the impact of individual, industry & political decisions on transitions towards environmental sustainability.

Environments of cancer care: Velindre NHS Trust
Report

This report was commissioned and developed with Velindre University NHS Trust as part of the design development of the new Velindre Cancer Centre.

The World Health Organisation, WHO states that ‘cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accoun... Read More about Environments of cancer care: Velindre NHS Trust.

The public health residency: A novel way to focus attention on sustainability and wellbeing in the architectural studio
Journal Article

Introduction to "L'Art des Portes en France"
Physical Artefact

This piece introduces the art book and explores the scope of the subject in the social history of the built environments.

Urban transitions in context: Comparing the Manchester and Cardiff city regions
Preprint / Working Paper

Drawing
Book Chapter

This is an encyclopaedia entry. It offers a contemporary review of the use and application of drawing as architectural research for vernacular and anthropological investigation and analysis.