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Naito, Sari (author)In the midst of industrialisation and simultaneously glimpsing the first sights of globalisation, the 20th was eminent for its many technical successes but also its social and environmental consequences, which created an unprecedented division in society. Wishful utopian thinking arose as a result of this dissatisfaction, and some architects...student report 2024
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Karakoyun, Berkan (author)Adaptive reuse can be defined in a multitude of ways, but in this case it refers to the renovation and revitalisation of a building or site into a new purpose brought forth by societal and urban needs. This concerns many different projects, yet this paper aims to explore the nature of post-industrial designs and how they may be developed into...student report 2024
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Soeroredjo, Shanice (author)The thesis explores the historical and cultural evolution of Jakarta, Indonesia, examining the influences of Dutch colonialization on the city’s architectural heritage and cultural identity. Beginning with its early origins as Sunda Kalapa in the 14th century, the city underwent transformations under Dutch rule, culminating in the establishment...student report 2024
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Braakhuis, Pim (author)The world is warming up, causing a rise in water levels. The Netherlands has a rich history in the field of water protection: throughout the centuries, the country has increasingly improved its defenses with the help of new techniques, technological advancements, and better regulated management. However, since the end of the previous century,...student report 2024
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Emmanouilidis, Zoë (author)This thesis conducts a comparative analysis of Michelangelo and Bernini's sculptures, urban planning works, and architectural works. Contrasts emerge in their interpretations: Michelangelo's David embodies Renaissance ideals of perfection, while Bernini’s David exudes baroque dynamism. Both artists drew inspiration from Greek sculptures;...student report 2024
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Castrén, Joonas (author)The 1960s in Finland were a period of experimentation with concrete, steel, and color, that coincided with a period of rapid economic growth and urbanization. In the building industry, the role of the architect evolved to become a civil servant in a way, entrusted to alleviate shortages in housing and commercial space. Heikki Castrén and his...student report 2024
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van Etten, Stan (author)<br/>De transitie van de klassiek geïnspireerde architectuur richting de hedendaagse moderne architectuur in Nederland wordt in beeld gebracht rond de periode van 1900 tot 1970. Er wordt onderzocht waarom moderne bouwwerken vaak gevoelswaarde en esthetiek lijken te verwaarlozen ten gunste van functionaliteit, kostenreductie en bouwefficiëntie....student report 2024
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Arents, Emma (author)This research explores the evolving relationship between temple architecture and the temple community during Thailand's Rattanakosin period. It reveals insights into the nation's ethos and cultural richness. Buddhism, central to Thai identity, shapes communal life in Thai temples, or Wats. Admit three key case studies—Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Arun,...student report 2024
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de Wilde, Robin (author)This thesis addresses the pressing issue of a housing shortage in the Netherlands, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by the elderly population of Naaldwijk, a town situated in the heart of the municipality of Westland, the Netherlands. By comparing historical and contemporary contexts, the thesis aims to provide insights into the...student report 2024
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de Kooker, Rens (author)This thesis looks into Michel de Klerk his work and the influence his travel to Scandinavia had on his work. The inspiration that the Palads hotel had on his work, is a broadly accepted theory. What other possible influences are visible are discussed in this thesis.<br/><br/>To determine the influence his travel had, this thesis looks into...student report 2024
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Anıker, Betul (author)The conservation of place-based memory is pivotal for both tangible and intangible heritage; however, the unyielding momentum of urban dynamics frequently propels cities into transformation, often overlooking the integration and assessment of personal and collective memories within urban preservation efforts. This investigation is propelled by...student report 2024
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Laufer Schuh, F. (author)Significant population displacements have been taking place for centuries, most of the time as a consequence of natural disasters, wars, persecution or economic challenges. In 2023, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees reported 110 million people forcibly displaced worldwide (UNHCR, 2023). Conflicts in one country rapidly affect...student report 2024
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Pollet, Camille (author)Historically, rivers have shifted from being a natural element to a controlled confined channel, impacting urban landscapes. This relationship between rivers and urban development underlines the vital role of these watercourses in shaping the urban fabric. Cities are strategically positioned close to these water bodies, which are essential...student report 2024
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Bangari, S. (author)The city of Bengaluru in Southern India, like many other large South Asian cities, has undergone expansion at an exponential rate in the past few decades leading to rapid transformation of its urban landscape. This has also involved a drastic change in the forms of nature in the city, and a change in the attitude and relationship of people in...student report 2024
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De Lotto, M. (author)The Room for the River project stands as a stepping stone in water management strategies, distinguished by a paradigmatic shift in Dutch water culture towards decentralization of the decision-making process and spatial quality embedded in spatial planning projects. The research presents a comprehensive analysis of the program, focusing on the...student report 2024
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Soentiono, Christina (author)The work focuses on three demolished cases within the urban landscape of New York City. The aim is to explore the impact demolished structures have in the field of architecture.student report 2024
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Burcksen, Maud (author)The post-war reconstruction of the Sint Laurens Church in Rotterdam after World War II marked a pivotal moment in the city’s history. This abstract provides an overview of the comprehensive examination of the reconstruction process, exploring the architectural resilience, renovation discussions, and the culmination of renovation efforts. Through...student report 2024
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Taulelle, Clément (author)Housing, industry, and transport are equally responsible for CO2 emissions into the atmosphere on a global scale. In the home, air conditioning is a major source of these emissions. This dissertation looks at the innovation that this technology represented in the early 1930s. Using texts, advertisements and analyses of houses built at the time,...student report 2024
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Múdry, Richard (author)“Comfort […] is in short supply. Not because the world is running out of it but because, in the face of the climate crisis, we have to collectively adjust to its going away” (Barber, 2019, p. 44). During the last century, the Western hemisphere has grown accustomed to high standards of comfort reliably enabled by the built environment. Within...student report 2024