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View article: From Data to Cultural Response: A Machine Learning–Driven Digital Twin Model for Smart Heritage Precincts in Urban Context
From Data to Cultural Response: A Machine Learning–Driven Digital Twin Model for Smart Heritage Precincts in Urban Context Open
In the context of Smart Cities, Smart Heritage has emerged as a forward-oriented strategy aimed at enhancing the construction, management, accessibility, and sustainability of culturally significant environments. Yet, within Smart Heritage…
View article: Designing for Inclusion: A Comparative Analysis of Inclusive Campus Planning Across Australian Universities
Designing for Inclusion: A Comparative Analysis of Inclusive Campus Planning Across Australian Universities Open
Inclusive campus design is increasingly being recognised as a key component of sustainable and equitable higher education environments. However, limited research has been carried out on this topic, particularly examining university campuse…
View article: Key Barriers and Challenges to Green Infrastructure Implementation: Policy Insights from the Melbourne Case
Key Barriers and Challenges to Green Infrastructure Implementation: Policy Insights from the Melbourne Case Open
Urbanisation has resulted in significant environmental challenges, particularly the phenomenon of urban overheating, with a significant increase in temperatures in urban environments. To tackle the adverse impact of urban overheating, the …
View article: Assessing Socio-Economic Vulnerabilities to Urban Heat: Correlations with Land Use and Urban Morphology in Melbourne, Australia
Assessing Socio-Economic Vulnerabilities to Urban Heat: Correlations with Land Use and Urban Morphology in Melbourne, Australia Open
Modern cities are rapidly evolving in terms of urban morphology, driven by exponential population growth that accelerates the urbanisation process. The changes in land use have increased urban area and density, intensifying the urban heat …
View article: A Retrospective Cross-sectional Study on Factors Associated with HIV Testing History among Non-elderly Adults in the United States
A Retrospective Cross-sectional Study on Factors Associated with HIV Testing History among Non-elderly Adults in the United States Open
Introduction: Early diagnosis and antiretroviral treatment are crucial for halting human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission. Despite its importance, factors motivating HIV testing vary by cultural and societal backgrounds. This stud…
View article: Experimental Analysis of Cool Roof Coatings as an Urban Heat Mitigation Strategy to Enhance Thermal Performance
Experimental Analysis of Cool Roof Coatings as an Urban Heat Mitigation Strategy to Enhance Thermal Performance Open
Driven by rapid urbanisation and global climate change, the increasing frequency and intensity of the Urban Heat Island effect poses significant risks to the health and well-being of urban dwellers across the world. To combat extreme heat …
View article: Barriers Affecting Promotion of Active Transportation: A Study on Pedestrian and Bicycle Network Connectivity in Melbourne’s West
Barriers Affecting Promotion of Active Transportation: A Study on Pedestrian and Bicycle Network Connectivity in Melbourne’s West Open
In the last few decades, the promotion of active transport has been a viable solution recommended by transportation researchers, urban planners, and policymakers to reduce traffic congestion and improve public health in cities. To encourag…
View article: Wayfinding Strategies for Non-Emergency Services in Australian Hospitals
Wayfinding Strategies for Non-Emergency Services in Australian Hospitals Open
Wayfinding refers to the process of guiding individuals through built spaces, particularly in environments where navigation may be challenging due to complex layouts. In hospital settings, efficient wayfinding is essential as it directly i…
View article: Baseline Knowledge of Peripheral Arterial Disease and Factors Influencing Learning Material Preferences in the San Francisco Chinese-Speaking Community: A Survey Analysis
Baseline Knowledge of Peripheral Arterial Disease and Factors Influencing Learning Material Preferences in the San Francisco Chinese-Speaking Community: A Survey Analysis Open
Background: The influence of health literacy on PAD outcomes remains poorly understood, particularly in minoritized communities. The objective of this study is to examine the understanding of PAD within San Francisco’s Chinese-speaking pop…
View article: Design and Site-Related Factors Impacting the Cooling Performance of Urban Parks in Different Climate Zones: A Systematic Review
Design and Site-Related Factors Impacting the Cooling Performance of Urban Parks in Different Climate Zones: A Systematic Review Open
As cities expand rapidly, the combined effects of urbanization, global warming, and the intensification of the Urban Heat Island (UHI) phenomenon have become more challenging for urban environments. In response, Urban Green Infrastructure …
View article: Adaptive Reuse of Russian-Influenced Religious Architecture in Harbin: Architectural Identity and Heritage Tourism
Adaptive Reuse of Russian-Influenced Religious Architecture in Harbin: Architectural Identity and Heritage Tourism Open
Adaptive reuse is a widely employed strategy for heritage conservation and management, especially within the context of heritage tourism. However, its application to religious architecture presents unique challenges that have not been thor…
View article: The Impacts of Perceived Safety and Service Quality on Perceived Accessibility by Public Transport in Melbourne
The Impacts of Perceived Safety and Service Quality on Perceived Accessibility by Public Transport in Melbourne Open
In recent years, accessibility to services and activities using sustainable transport modes has become an important goal for land use and transport planning policies. Traditional approaches rely on objective measures, such as travel time, …
View article: Demystifying the Use of Open-Access Data in Smart Heritage Implementations
Demystifying the Use of Open-Access Data in Smart Heritage Implementations Open
Smart Heritage, a concept closely linked to Smart Cities and Smart Tourism, is an emerging field focused on enhancing heritage identity, visitor experience, and cultural sustainability. While initial frameworks have been developed, there i…
View article: Baseline Knowledge of Peripheral Arterial Disease and Factors Influencing Learning Material Preferences in the San Francisco Chinese-Speaking Community: A Survey Analysis
Baseline Knowledge of Peripheral Arterial Disease and Factors Influencing Learning Material Preferences in the San Francisco Chinese-Speaking Community: A Survey Analysis Open
Background: Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects tens of millions of Americans, and is characterized by the accumulation of plaque within arteries in the arms and legs. Advanced age is a risk factor for PAD, and early recognition throug…
View article: Addition of Biochar to Green Roof Substrate to Enhance Plant Performance: A Long-Term Field Study
Addition of Biochar to Green Roof Substrate to Enhance Plant Performance: A Long-Term Field Study Open
Green roofs (GRs) have been widely adopted as an effective Green Infrastructure (GI) practice in cities worldwide, offering ecosystem services such as stormwater management and reduction of the urban heat island effect. However, their wide…
View article: Biochar Amendment in Green Roof Substrate: A Comprehensive Review of the Benefits, Performance, and Challenges
Biochar Amendment in Green Roof Substrate: A Comprehensive Review of the Benefits, Performance, and Challenges Open
Green roofs (GRs) are a well-established green infrastructure (GI) strategy that have been extensively studied for decades to address a growing array of social and environmental challenges. Research efforts have been continuously made to c…
View article: A Field Study to Assess the Impacts of Biochar Amendment on Runoff Quality from Newly Established Green Roofs
A Field Study to Assess the Impacts of Biochar Amendment on Runoff Quality from Newly Established Green Roofs Open
Green roofs (GRs) are a widely recognized green infrastructure (GI) strategy that helps reduce runoff volume and runoff pollution caused by the significant increase in impervious urban areas. However, the leaching of several nutrients from…
View article: Perceived Accessibility: Impact of Social Factors and Travel Modes in Melbourne’s West
Perceived Accessibility: Impact of Social Factors and Travel Modes in Melbourne’s West Open
Accessibility is commonly defined and operationalised through objective measurements, such as travel time and physical distance to destinations; however, there is a lack of empirical studies capturing perceived accessibility from individua…
View article: Japanese Prefabricated Housing Manufacturers
Japanese Prefabricated Housing Manufacturers Open
Japanese prefabricated housing manufacturers have gained international recognition for their innovative approaches to the whole design process, ranging from initial design to innovative cutting-edge technologies, state-of-the-art automated…
View article: A Simulation-Based Study on the Impact of Parametric Design on Outdoor Thermal Comfort and Urban Overheating
A Simulation-Based Study on the Impact of Parametric Design on Outdoor Thermal Comfort and Urban Overheating Open
Under the current energy crisis and climate change, sustainable urban planning and building design are a priority to achieve a net-zero future, as energy use in buildings for thermal comfort is one of the major carbon emission contributors…
View article: A Field Study to Investigate the Hydrological Characteristics of Newly Established Biochar-Amended Green Roofs
A Field Study to Investigate the Hydrological Characteristics of Newly Established Biochar-Amended Green Roofs Open
Green roofs (GRs) have been researched for decades, yet their implementation remains constrained due to several reasons, including their limited appeal to policymakers and the public. Biochar, a carbon-rich material, has been recently intr…
View article: Nature's Poetry Unveiled: Exploring the Symbolism and Design Philosophy of Chinese and Persian Gardens through Metaphor and Art
Nature's Poetry Unveiled: Exploring the Symbolism and Design Philosophy of Chinese and Persian Gardens through Metaphor and Art Open
This paper delves into the symbolism and design philosophy of Chinese and Persian gardens, revealing the profound depths of their metaphorical and artistic expressions. As landscape architecture, gardens act as conduits for cultural transm…
View article: Unpacking Shifts of Spatial Attributes and Typologies of Urban Identity in Heritage Assessment Post COVID-19 Using Chinatown, Melbourne, as a Case Study
Unpacking Shifts of Spatial Attributes and Typologies of Urban Identity in Heritage Assessment Post COVID-19 Using Chinatown, Melbourne, as a Case Study Open
Many studies acknowledge the significance of assessment frameworks for urban heritage sites in preserving their identities. Due to the pandemic and its impact on heritage sites and visitors, the spatial features and identities of many heri…
View article: Simulation-Based Study on the Effect of Green Roofs on Summer Energy Performance in Melbourne
Simulation-Based Study on the Effect of Green Roofs on Summer Energy Performance in Melbourne Open
Green roofs are increasingly recognised as a crucial urban solution, addressing climate change, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable architecture in densely populated areas. In this manuscript, the research study delves i…
View article: Investigating the cooling effect of a green roof in Melbourne
Investigating the cooling effect of a green roof in Melbourne Open
‘Green Our Rooftop’ aims to transform the rooftop of Treasury Place, a state government building in the inner city of Melbourne, into an intensive green roof under the notion of ‘Garden of Victorian Landscapes’. The concept behind the inno…
View article: Sustainable Solutions: Examining the Influence of Energy Subsidy Strategies on Urban Heat Islands in the Persian Gulf Region
Sustainable Solutions: Examining the Influence of Energy Subsidy Strategies on Urban Heat Islands in the Persian Gulf Region Open
Ever since oil was discovered in the Persian Gulf Region in the 1920s, the oil and gas industries have been dominant in the area. These countries are responsible for generating approximately 35 percent of the world's natural gas and 2…
View article: Environmental Design for People Living with Dementia
Environmental Design for People Living with Dementia Open
The term ‘environmental design for dementia’ relates to both the process and outcomes of designing to support or improve cognitive accessibility in physical environments. Environmental design for dementia is evidenced as an effective nonph…
View article: A Review of the Application of Blue–Green Infrastructure (BGI) as an Effective Urban Flood Mitigation Strategy for Livable and Healthy Cities in Australia
A Review of the Application of Blue–Green Infrastructure (BGI) as an Effective Urban Flood Mitigation Strategy for Livable and Healthy Cities in Australia Open
Blue–green infrastructure (BGI) has become a practical approach with emerging attention to addressing flood mitigation in many countries worldwide. The environmentally sound, sustainable approach of BGI has led it to gain scientific intere…