All Outputs (154)

Engineering properties of tropical clay and bentonite modified with sawdust (2017)
Journal Article
Akinwumi, I., Ojuri, O., Ogbiye, A., & Booth, C. (2017). Engineering properties of tropical clay and bentonite modified with sawdust

Construction Engineers typically avoid the use of expansive soils as construction materials because they are usually difficult to work on and can cause structural failure. This research work investigates how the application of sawdust to tropical cla... Read More about Engineering properties of tropical clay and bentonite modified with sawdust.

Thermal comfort and energy performance of public rental housing under typical and near-extreme weather conditions in Hong Kong (2017)
Journal Article
Kwok, Y. T., Lai, A. K. L., Lau, K. K., Chan, P. W., Lavafpour, Y., Ho, J. C. K., & Ng, E. Y. Y. (2017). Thermal comfort and energy performance of public rental housing under typical and near-extreme weather conditions in Hong Kong. Energy and Buildings, 156, 390-403. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2017.09.067

© 2017 Elsevier B.V. Building performance evaluation is crucial for sustainable urban developments. In high-density cities, occupants suffer from poor living conditions due to building overheating, especially during increasingly frequent near-extreme... Read More about Thermal comfort and energy performance of public rental housing under typical and near-extreme weather conditions in Hong Kong.

The potential of biomass for electricity generation in Oman (2017)
Conference Proceeding
Umar, T., & Ebgu, C. (2017). The potential of biomass for electricity generation in Oman. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Futures (245-251)

Oman, like other Arab gulf countries, depends on oil and gas to produce electricity. However, these resources are not guaranteed to last forever and constitute one of the energy security issues in the country. This article explores the potential of u... Read More about The potential of biomass for electricity generation in Oman.

The potential of biomass for electricity regeneration in Oman (2017)
Conference Proceeding
Umar, T., & Egbu, C. (2017). The potential of biomass for electricity regeneration in Oman. In G. Aouad, A. Al‐Hajj, & C. Egbu (Eds.), Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Futures (245-151)

Oman, like other Arab gulf countries, depends on oil and gas to produce electricity. However, these resources are not guaranteed to last forever and constitute one of the energy security issues in the country. This article explores the potential o... Read More about The potential of biomass for electricity regeneration in Oman.

How to draw the world: From the plan to an architectural storytelling (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Banou, S. (2017, November). How to draw the world: From the plan to an architectural storytelling. Paper presented at European Architectural History Network Conference: The Tools of the Architect, TU Delft, Netherlands

While with contemporary tools of navigation such as Google Maps we are today able to 'hold' the Earth in our hands, our architectural representations are increasingly turning their gaze away form this subject, abandoning the 'aerial' view of the plan... Read More about How to draw the world: From the plan to an architectural storytelling.

A media framing analysis of urban flooding in Nigeria: current narratives and implications for policy (2017)
Journal Article
Adekola, O., & Lamond, J. (2018). A media framing analysis of urban flooding in Nigeria: current narratives and implications for policy. Regional Environmental Change, 18(4), 1145-1159. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10113-017-1253-y

© 2017, The Author(s). A critical element of current flood management is the importance of engaging key policy actors when policy decisions are to be made. However, there is still only limited understanding of how narratives of flood management actor... Read More about A media framing analysis of urban flooding in Nigeria: current narratives and implications for policy.

Academic advising, a case study of A'Sharqiyah University-Oman (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Umar, T. (2017, November). Academic advising, a case study of A'Sharqiyah University-Oman. Presented at Academic Advising: Is It Worth it?, Rustaq, Oman

By definition, the academic advising is the process between the student and an academic advisor of exploring the value of a general education, reviewing the services and policies of the institution, discussing educational and career plans, and making... Read More about Academic advising, a case study of A'Sharqiyah University-Oman.

Analysing methodological choices in calculations of embodied energy and GHG emissions from buildings (2017)
Journal Article
Rasmussen, F. N., Malmqvist, T., Moncaster, A., Wiberg, A. H., & Birgisdόttir, H. (2018). Analysing methodological choices in calculations of embodied energy and GHG emissions from buildings. Energy and Buildings, 158, 1487-1498. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2017.11.013

The importance of embodied energy and embodied greenhouse gas emissions (EEG) from buildings is gaining increased interest within building sector initiatives and on a regulatory level. In spite of recent harmonisation efforts, reported results of EEG... Read More about Analysing methodological choices in calculations of embodied energy and GHG emissions from buildings.

Causes and impact of work related stress amongst construction health and safety managers (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Rogers, G., Manu, P., Mahamadu, A., & Dziekoński, K. (2017, November). Causes and impact of work related stress amongst construction health and safety managers. Paper presented at 22nd International Conference on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate, Melbourne, Australia

Work related stress (WRS) is a contributor to absence from work by workers in the construction industry. Whilst there has been research into WRS in the construction sector, there has been limited empirical research focussing on WRS amongst constructi... Read More about Causes and impact of work related stress amongst construction health and safety managers.

Elements of rooftop agriculture design (2017)
Book Chapter
Caputo, S., Iglesias, P., & Rumble, H. (2017). Elements of rooftop agriculture design. In F. Orsini, M. Dubbeling, H. de Zeeuw, & G. Gianquinto (Eds.), Rooftop Urban Agriculture (39-59). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-57720-3_4

This chapter focuses on the elements that must be considered when designing rooftop gardens and integrating them within buildings. Different types of rooftop gardens and how they can be integrated within existing and new buildings in order to enhance... Read More about Elements of rooftop agriculture design.

Biodiversity of flora and fauna (2017)
Book Chapter
Bretzel, F., Vannucchi, F., Benvenuti, S., & Rumble, H. (2017). Biodiversity of flora and fauna. In F. Orsini, M. Dubbeling, H. de Zeeuw, & G. Gianquinto (Eds.), Rooftop Urban Agriculture (235-252). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-57720-3_14

Rooftop farming can contribute to urban biodiversity in terms of providing habitats and creating an urban green network. In addition, the cultivation of plants on roofs can provide places where wild animals and plants can survive and reproduce. Chose... Read More about Biodiversity of flora and fauna.

Learning and Action Alliance framework to facilitate stakeholder collaboration and social learning in urban flood risk management (2017)
Journal Article
O'Donnell, E. C., Lamond, J. E., & Thorne, C. R. (2018). Learning and Action Alliance framework to facilitate stakeholder collaboration and social learning in urban flood risk management. Environmental Science and Policy, 80, 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envsci.2017.10.013

© 2017 The Authors Flood and water management governance may be enhanced through partnership working, intra- and cross-organisational collaborations, and wide stakeholder participation. Nonetheless, barriers associated with ineffective communication,... Read More about Learning and Action Alliance framework to facilitate stakeholder collaboration and social learning in urban flood risk management.

Teaching and Learning about Solar Power through the Built Environment (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Nicoletti, E. (2017, November). Teaching and Learning about Solar Power through the Built Environment. Presented at Solar Art Forum, The Fire Station Artist in Residence, Doha

The built environment we experience shapes us, as perceptions become memories and facilitate learning. Urban skins can be powerful media which have been used to convey meanings and educate people since ancient times. Nowadays, they are a form of art... Read More about Teaching and Learning about Solar Power through the Built Environment.

Solar Shimmer (2017)
Physical Artefact
Nicoletti, E., & Castronovo, A. (2017). Solar Shimmer. [Solar Artwork]. The Fire Station Artist in Residence, Doha

Inspired by motifs recurring in Bedouin textiles, Solar Shimmer is a kinetic screen that displays a vibrant, geometric pattern created with solar energy and discarded plastics. The physical ‘pixels’ forming the pattern consist of colourful solar-powe... Read More about Solar Shimmer.

Very like minds (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Mosley, J., & Warren, S. (2017, November). Very like minds. Paper presented at 'Alison And Peter Smithson: Ideas, Architecture And Impact’ Symposium, Edge Theatre, Edge Arts, Bath University, UK

The illustrated paper 'Very Like Minds' explores the creative practice and research process for the production of the installation 'A Nodding Acquaintance'. This new work by artist Sophie Warren and architect Jonathan Mosley was commissioned by Edge... Read More about Very like minds.

Tools for renewal: Co-designing tools to support social enterprises to engage in conversations with their communities during renewal projects (2017)
Report
Calvo, M. (2017). Tools for renewal: Co-designing tools to support social enterprises to engage in conversations with their communities during renewal projects

The project presented in this report aimed to collaborate with communities and social enterprises in the co-designing and development of tools that facilitate community engagement for renewal projects. The resultant tool, called "Seeing differently',... Read More about Tools for renewal: Co-designing tools to support social enterprises to engage in conversations with their communities during renewal projects.

Drawn Utopias: From language to experience (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Banou, S. (2017, November). Drawn Utopias: From language to experience. Paper presented at Drawing Millions of Plans, The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture, Copenhagen

Goodbye to Language (Adieu au Langage, 2015), was the first film by Jean-Luc Godard to make use of 3D filming techniques. Its title suggests a conflict between the word and the image while it can also be considered to refer to the concept of langage... Read More about Drawn Utopias: From language to experience.

MMC modes of delivery in housing: Effects on Housing Association clients (2017)
Report
Oliveira, S., Burch, J., Hutchison, K., Adekola, O., Jaradat, S., & Jones, M. (2017). MMC modes of delivery in housing: Effects on Housing Association clients

The purpose of this report is to review evidence of MMC application in housing with regards to diverse modes of delivery, lending approaches, customer satisfaction and long-term management/maintenance.The report provides a detailed overview of above... Read More about MMC modes of delivery in housing: Effects on Housing Association clients.

Workshop: Collaborating with communities in creating their own spaces with the city (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Sara, R., & Jones, M. (2017, October). Workshop: Collaborating with communities in creating their own spaces with the city. Presented at Workshop: Collaborating with Communities in Creating Their Own Spaces with the City, Bristol, England

Grass-roots activities can regenerate areas and empower communities to take ownership of their own shared spaces within the city. The panel explores the interplay between ‘top down’ and ‘ground up’ interventions and places in between. What would an e... Read More about Workshop: Collaborating with communities in creating their own spaces with the city.

Heating controls: International evidence base and policy experiences (2017)
Report
Oliveira, S., Prestwood, E., Chatterton, T., Poghosyan, A., & Gething, B. (2017). Heating controls: International evidence base and policy experiences. Bristol: UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

This report presents a synthesis in the form of narrative summaries of the international evidence base and policy experiences on heating controls in the domestic sector. The research builds on the former Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC)... Read More about Heating controls: International evidence base and policy experiences.