The urban sustainable structure of the vernacular city and its modern transformation: A case study of the popular architecture in the saharian Region

Benslimane, Nawal; Biara, Ratiba Wided

doi:10.1016/j.egypro.2018.11.290

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“…The change of its spatial form is the external reflection of the behavior and daily life of urban residents [28]. The belief and creativity behind it are an integral part of urban sustainable development [29,30]. However, urban morphology still has an insufficient understanding and cognition of community space in different regions, especially in Chinese communities with particularity, mainly in the following aspects: First, the research perspective tends to be grand.…”

Section: Theory: Spatial Morphology and Spatial Sociologymentioning

confidence: 99%

Current Situation and Sustainable Renewal Strategies of Public Space in Chinese Old Communities

Zhang

Guo²,

Xing³

et al. 2022

Sustainability

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Old community renovation is now gradually receiving attention in China's urban construction development, and how to make its public space sustainable has become a research topic. This paper conducts a study of the current situation of public space in old communities from the surface to the deep through field research methods. This paper has summarized four spatial characteristics of public space in old communities, including the increase of boundary space; spatial function is polarized between context-specific user groups and complex but sustainable symbiotic systems. Based on these findings, this paper proposes three sustainable renovation considerations and strategies, which include respecting the rationales of the original space, stimulating the cooperation of stakeholders, and recreating the daily life of residents.

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Section: Theory: Spatial Morphology and Spatial Sociologymentioning

confidence: 99%

Current Situation and Sustainable Renewal Strategies of Public Space in Chinese Old Communities

Zhang

Guo²,

Xing³

et al. 2022

Sustainability

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“…Additionally, the Muslim religion has also had a major impact on the social, economic, architectural, and urban aspects of Arab cities [7][8][9]. Moreover, the climate has left its mark on the identity of Arab cities by contributing to shaping traditional architecture and urban planning [10][11][12][13]. The cities in this region are the result of an interaction between harsh climatic conditions, social and economic needs, and various historical factors [14,15].…”

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Soundscapes in Arab Cities: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda

Bouzir,

Berkouk,

Eisenman

et al. 2024

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In the context of Arab cities, this study explores the intricate interplay between cultural, historical, and environmental elements that shape their unique soundscapes. The paper aims to shed light on this underrepresented field of study by employing a three-fold research approach: systematic review, a comprehensive literature review, and the formulation of a future research agenda. The first part of the investigation focuses on research productivity in the Arab world regarding soundscape studies. An analysis of publication trends reveals that soundscape research in Arab cities is still an emerging area of interest. Critical gaps in the existing body of literature are identified, highlighting the importance of addressing these gaps within the broader context of global soundscape research. The second part of the study delves into the distinctive features that inform the soundscapes of Arab cities. These features are categorized into three overarching groups: (i) cultural and religious life, (ii) daily life, and (iii) heritage and history, by exploring these factors, the study aims to elucidate the multifaceted nature of Arab urban soundscapes. From the resonating calls to prayer and the vibrant ambiance of traditional cafes to the bustling markets and architectural characteristics, each factor contributes to the auditory tapestry that defines Arab cities. The paper concludes with a forward-looking research agenda, proposing sixteen key questions organized into descriptive and comparative categories. These questions emphasize the need for a more profound understanding of sound perception, sources, and the impact of urban morphology on the soundscape. Additionally, they highlight the need for interdisciplinary research, involving fields such as urban planning, architecture, psychology, sociology, and cultural studies to unravel the complexity of Arab urban soundscapes.

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“…The energy consumption generated by construction activities accounts for 26.7% of the total energy consumption of the whole society [8][9][10]. Many existing buildings have issues such as high energy consumption, erratic carbon emission, poor environmental function, and other issues because early architectural design and construction standards were constrained by economic factors and construction technology [11][12][13]. As a result, many buildings still stand today with these issues.…”

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Energy-Saving and Ecological Renovation of Existing Urban Buildings in Severe Cold Areas: A Case Study

Liu,

Chen,

Wang

et al. 2023

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High-rise buildings in cold regions have a requirement of ecological improvement due to the continuous response to climate change throughout the year. This study evaluates wind environment, light environment, thermal environment, and energy consumption environment using Phoenics, Ecotect, and DesignBuilder tools, utilizing a high-rise residential building in an intensely cold place as an example. With the goal of repairing the buildings, green energy-saving measures are applied from the perspectives of form, structure, system, and equipment strategy. The energy-saving rates and carbon dioxide emission reduction rates of the renovated buildings were predicted. The results reveal that, in the building performance diagnostic, the wind speed clearly rise at the building’s corner, particularly on the outdoor level and the top floor; meanwhile, the inside lighting is insufficient, and there is a glare hazard adjacent to the window. The performance of the target building has unquestionably increased following the repair of 12 measures, including the bay windows, exterior walls, and solar energy. The influence of strong winds in winter and tranquil winds in summer greatly decreased in terms of the wind environment. In the light environment, indoor lighting is more uniform; the range of (Universal Design index) UDI100–2000 increased from 9.2% to 32.7%; and UDI2000, which may cause glare, decreased by 28.4%. Energy savings and pollution reduction rates were as high as 19.8% and 38.8%, respectively, due to the installation of solar photovoltaic panels. Based on all the measures, the overall energy saving rate of the target building was 63.8%, and the CO2 emission reduction rate was 90.3%.

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The urban sustainable structure of the vernacular city and its modern transformation: A case study of the popular architecture in the saharian Region

Cited by 20 publications

References 6 publications

Current Situation and Sustainable Renewal Strategies of Public Space in Chinese Old Communities

Current Situation and Sustainable Renewal Strategies of Public Space in Chinese Old Communities

Soundscapes in Arab Cities: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda

Energy-Saving and Ecological Renovation of Existing Urban Buildings in Severe Cold Areas: A Case Study

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