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Adaptation of Kindura mythical creature in traditional arts and crafts of Sri Lanka : an analysis of graphical adaptation and its impact

Bulumulla, V; Jayarathna, P [Conference-Abstract]

The word “myth” comes from the Greek “mythos”, meaning a word or a story. Humankind has made myths from the dawn of history. Many common themes run through world of myths and one such theme connects human beings with other ...
Addressing human thermal adaptation in outdoor comfort research

Perera, K; schnabel, MA; Donn, M; Maddewithana, H [Conference-Abstract]

Thermal comfort of persons staying outdoors is one of the vital aspects that influence outdoor activities in streets, playgrounds, urban parks, etc. The use of the space is highly affected by the microclimate and for over ...
Analysing city agglomeration in terms of local economic development hierarchy with the use of space syntax

Khandoker, SR; Nilufar, F [Conference-Abstract]

Pattern of urban growth is dictated by a complex interaction of place-specific factors in individual cities including geography, history, lifestyle, economies and administration. City’s natural growth gradually defines its ...
Analysis on procurement systems for alteration building projects in Sri Lanka

Benaragama, M; Karunasena, G; weththasinghe, KK [Conference-Abstract]

Alteration building is an emerging concept with growing interest in Sri Lankan construction industry pertaining to building renovation and building refurbishment to get effective and efficient out come to their existing ...
An Analytical study of the value of urban open spaces in promoting environmental improvement and social wellbeing

Kalupahana, C; Weerakoon, DK; Mahees, IM [Conference-Abstract]

According to current projections, more than 75% of the human population will live in cities and urban areas by 2050. This will lead to overcrowding of the cities that will lead to conversion of much needed open spaces to ...
Architectural evaluation of historic sites through site surveys in Ningbo China

Jin, R; Kostopoulos, K [Conference-Abstract]

The preservation and renovation of historic buildings have aroused the public concern in the city of Ningbo, one of the most economically active regions in the south-eastern coast of China. The municipal government of ...
Architecture's negotiating capacity : investigating the interface between high-performance building envelopes and planning standards in Hong Kong

Dahl, PJ [Conference-Abstract]

This paper aims to demonstrate that high-performance building envelopes can improve both the ventilation of urban space and the revenue of real estate industry, and will investigate how such improvements can be used to ...
Assimilating historical contexts as learning labs : introducing design thinking in the foundation level of design education

Liyanage, UPP; Hettiarachchi, S [Conference-Abstract]

Design Thinking is the practice of including and empathizing with people, their cultures, traditions and especially their emotions throughout the problem-solving process of design. In the Bachelor of Design course at the ...
BIM As an instrument to minimize sources of conflicts in construction projects

Rajaweera, A; Jayasena, HS; Dissanayake, TL [Conference-Abstract]

It is a general acceptance within the construction industry that the conflicts in projects are inevitable; and it is a regular phenomenon due the unique nature of the construction industry. However, this is not the expectation ...
Capacity building in construction SMES : a proposal through enabling lean

Ranadewa, KATO; Sandanayake, YG; Siriwardena, M [Conference-Abstract]

Construction Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) makes a noteworthy contribution to GDP in national economy despite the challenges faced by them. One of their major problems is increase of non-value adding activities. ...
Colour associated thermal perception : Manifestation and contributing factors with reference to red and blue

Hettiarachchi, AA; De Silva, TKNP [Conference-Abstract]

Theory of colour, a long-established tradition of artists, differentiates between the impacts of warm and cool colours on human beings. The lack of scientific and statistically substantiated knowledge on aforesaid colour ...
Consideration of running costs : conventionalbuilding vs green buildings

Vinoba, K; Perera, BAKS; Jayasinghe, SJARS [Conference-Abstract]

‘Green Buildings’ aim at the efficient use of energy, water and material resources while reducing the impact of the buildings on human health and environment. Green Building reduces the Running Costs (RC) required for the ...
‘Cost’ and the notion of 'expedriment' in architectural design in Sri Lanka - study with reference to factors effect in experiment in material usage in personalized houses in Sri Lanka

Silva, N; Botejue, P [Conference-Abstract]

This research is an enquiry into architectural design and construction. The study looks at the personalized houses done by local Chartered Architects in Sri Lanka. It is an examination on how architects ‘experiment and ...
Customer behaviour and energy use in european shopping centres

Haase, M; Skeie, KS; Woods, R [Conference-Abstract]

Policies and research often focus on technology and buildings and not on social aspects associated with future developments. There are many reasons for this, and one of the most pertinent may be that behaviour is both ...
Developing a structurally sound and durable roof slab insulation system for tropical climates

Nandapala, K; Halwatura, RU [Conference-Abstract]

Flat roof slabs are gaining its popularity day by day due to its advantages like cyclonic resistance, possibility for future expansion and the possibility of using them as additional working space. However, the major issue ...
Digital design realities and futures : educating architectural scientist

Schnabel, MA [Conference-Abstract]

In the recent years, qualitative developments in the architectural profession are affecting substantively all facets of design praxis. The way how professional relationships, construction techniques, buildings- materials, ...
Drug crime urban activity pattern : the locational choice of drug crime in relation to street type and land use

Mamun, SB; Nilufar, F [Conference-Abstract]

Crime like drug dealing in public places of cities is a widespread phenomenon. This paper reports on the findings from the case study on illegal drug crime in one of the prime locations of Narayanganj City Corporation. ...
An evaluation of the current urban design process in order to derive critical success factors for the creation of a potential new urban design process framework

Dias, N; Keraminiyage, K; Amaratunga, D; Curwell, S [Conference-Abstract]

The current urban design process is top-down, i.e., generally the urban designers or planners design the urban environment and at a later stage the community may have some involvement. There are serious criticisms of this ...
Gender equity in disaster early warning systems

De Silva, K; Amaratunga, D; Haigh, RP [Conference-Abstract]

Capacities of societies, communities and individuals or a social-ecological system to deal with adverse consequences and the impacts of hazard events define the resilience. New and innovative Emergency Communications, ...
Improving workability, strength and appearance in interlocking blocks using grinded paddy husk ash

Nadarajah, T; Halwatura, RU [Conference-Abstract]

Road paving plays a vital aspect in urban development prospect. "Uni Natural" Interlocking blocks (Size: 220mm x 110mm x 80mm) are becoming very common in many parts of the country. With the initial field studies; it was ...

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