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Ginesi, Serena (author)Multifunctional accommodations (M.F.A.) have been a topic of conversation in the Dutch educational sector since the late 1960s. The first Dutch M.F.A. to have been constructed, the Rijnlands Lyceum in Oegstgeest (R.L.O.), was built at a time when the Dutch government had greatly reduced funding into this sector as a result of the devastating...student report 2024
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Vermeer, L. (author)This research paper delves into the convergence of 3D printing technology within architecture and fashion, examining significant collaborations and innovative advancements in these fields. Commencing with a historical overview of notable architectural and fashion designs, the timeline serves to contextualize the subsequent case studies. These...student report 2024
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Zaiceva, Liza (author)This thesis explores the intersection between Soviet ideals and their manifestation in the urban planning of utopian projects, with a focus on Magnitogorsk—a city emblematic of the Soviet Union's quest to materialize its revolutionary dreams into concrete reality. Soviet ambitions in urban planning were often characterized as overreaching, with...student report 2024
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Fouarge, Blaise (author)Nederlands: De stad Maastricht, als een van de oudste stedenvan Nederland, kenmerkt zich door zijn unieke middeleeuwse architectuur enstructuur. Deze studie onderzoekt de nauwe relatie tussen de fysieke lay-out enstructuur van Maastricht en het publieke leven in de stad gedurendeverschillende historische periodes, van de...student report 2024
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Ilieva, Ina (author)Communism was a big part of the Bulgarian history that started after World War 2 and lasted until the last decade of the previous century. This period greatly influenced the current architecture, and mindset and ideas of the people. It is famously known for regarding every individual as equal, which resulted in every person having the same...student report 2024
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van der Kaden, Rianne (author)The Watersnoodramp (North Sea flood) of 1953 forever altered the landscape and lives of people in the Netherlands. The destruction of architecture in affected regions needed to be quickly rebuild in order to get lives back to normal as soon as possible. Internationally, countries came to help by donating houses to the Netherlands. Seventy years...student report 2024
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Prokopiuk, Katarzyna (author)This research investigates the importance of leisure practices in bringing rivers back to cities. It explores the historical and present significance of water-based recreation and its role in urban ecosystems. The paper analyses the development of waterfronts from centres of social activity, through their industrialization and neglect, to a...student report 2024
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IJpenga, Willisa (author)The implementation of the Coercion and Care Act or “Wet Zorg en Dwang” (WZD) in the Netherlands in 2020 has sparked a discussion about the free movement of people with Alzheimer’s. Although the law prohibits enclosed living spaces for these people, wandering behaviour remains a challenge in care environments. This causes disruptions and burdens...student report 2024
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Shah, Vihaan (author)This research aims to investigate the cultural and historical significance of Mazagaon and its "bunders" within Mumbai's port area, specifically focusing on the informal economy, communities, and colonial heritagestudent report 2024
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El Omari, Oudail (author)In the midst of economic turmoil and environmental adversity, Bedouin communities in the Levant demonstrate remarkable resilience through their architectural practices and communal ethos. This study examines the spatial dynamics of Bedouin settlements, exploring their adaptation strategies during the economic crisis of 2023 in Lebanon, and...student report 2024
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Witte, Guusje (author)This research gives an answer to the question question ‘How is the switch in architectural language of Yasmeen Lari connected to the social and political context in Pakistan throughout her career?’. It explores three key themes: feminism, nationalism, and economic inequality. Lari's architectural humanitarian works, aimed at empowering women in...student report 2024
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van der Cammen, Eva (author)The Great Fire of Chicago in 1871 destroyed almost the entire city. As a result, the Chicago School of Architecture emerged, which is characterised by high-rise buildings with steel skeleton frames. This architectural movement spread beyond America and influenced cities worldwide. This thesis analyses the impact of the American high-rise...student report 2024
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Michalik, Aleksandra (author)This research paper studies the evolution of the Arab-Norman style in sacred monuments across Sicily, mainly in Palermo and adjacent cities, from the 9th to 12th century. The focus is on three edifices: the Monreale Cathedral, San Cataldo Church and Cathedral-Basilica of Cefalù. The premise of the research is to explore the cultural convergence...student report 2024
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Benfield, Sophia (author)While it has been identified as a key architectural marker for the Gothic building style, the flying buttress is not just an ornamental addition in Gothic cathedrals. It was developed initially as a way to divert the horizontal forces produced by the roof vaults to the ground, through the buttresses. However, it is difficult to say with some...student report 2024
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Nistor, Ana (author)This essay explores the relationship between dwelling architecture and mental health, with a particular focus on the housing constructed in Vienna and London between 1840 and 1919, during a period of unprecedented growth that followed the Industrial Revolution. Contemporary building standards guarantee that current dwelling architecture does not...student report 2024
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Üzümcü, Ezgi (author)This study specifically examines the Ataturk Cultural Centre, AKM in Istanbul from 1956 until the present by focusing on the issue of reconstruction of the same building by the Tabanlıoğlu father-and-son generation. This examination explores how the design of the Ataturk Cultural Centre evolved from Hayati Tabanlıoğlu's initial concept to Murat...student report 2024
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Stražinska, K. (author)Despite nearly three decades having passed since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Soviet-era housing remains a significant component of major cities’ housing stocks. Often perceived as outdated and socially stigmatized, these housing estates surpass their intended lifespan, leading to difficulties in maintenance and renovation. In this study,...student report 2024
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Doorn, Youri (author)This thesis aims to delve into the historical connections between the establishment of Flevoland, the unique imperative for a multifunctional centre, and the architectural marvel that is “De Meerpaal” in Dronten. The exploration seeks to understand the motivations behind Flevoland’s desire for such a centre, how it led to architect Frank van...student report 2024
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Maassen, Axelle (author)This thesis discusses the heritage approach of adaptive reuse as a way to preserve and protect abandoned churches in Limburg. For this, a discussion is had on the social and cultural dynamic and history of Limburg. This is a province in the Netherlands with a deep historical connection to the Catholic religion. This paper explores the province’s...student report 2024