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Asia, Jowel (author)The Citadel of Aleppo is one of the oldest and largest castles in the world, and the greatest landmark of Aleppo. Located on top of a hill in the middle of the city, it stands as a symbol of resilience, having faced many challenges during various historical events through the centuries. This thesis analyses the architectural trajectory of Aleppo...student report 2024
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Vianen, Joram (author)This research studies the effects of adaptive vernacular reuse on industrial heritage sites. Hereby the studied effects are focused on industrial sites in Dutch cities. Within the Netherlands a trend can be seen of cities trying to densify the urban environment. This trend is the consequence of a housing shortage and a low availability of...student report 2024
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Janus, Maksymilian (author)Large plate panel building architecture is one of the important aspects related to the historical background and its development, especially in Slavic Europe where buildings were linked with the Soviet occupation. Through examination of case studies, the study focuses on social, economic, and political factors that played a role in the rapid...student report 2024
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Jacobs, Farrah (author)The allure of ancient Egypt has captivated minds for centuries, inspiring fascination with its rich traditions, remarkable architecture, and captivating art. The campaign led by Napoleon Bonaparte to Egypt in the late 18th century marked a pivotal moment in Western engagement with ancient Egypt. Prior to Napoleon's campaign, European knowledge...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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Aksoy, Eylül (author)Embedding an architectural project in its context exceeds the mere use of materials and spatial devices. Rather, those are simply the tools used to convey a message, and to reflect certain values. Any piece of architecture with an urban, residential location, has the potential to impact the daily lives of citizens. This is especially the case...student report 2024
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Cheng, Yu-Heng (author)In the 20th century, the field of architecture underwent significant transformations, initiating interdisciplinary collaborations with various artistic domains such as painting, literature, and cinema. This departure from traditional design processes signifies a shifting perspective towards the essence of architecture, thereby creating...student report 2024
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Fillié, Romy (author)This thesis explores the dynamic relationship between psychiatry’s evolution and architectural responses over a span of more than 100 years, with a focus on Endegeest Estate. Initially following a trend of pavilion-style architecture, psychiatric care at Endegeest remained stable, with a primary focus on patient tranquility and limited...student report 2024
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van de Mast, Noud (author)The city is by definition full of strangers. To any person in the city, strangers are far more common than acquaintances. Even residents that live close to each other are strangers. Though good city sidewalk life can enhance safety and neighbor interaction on the streets. It may appear purposeless, but sidewalk contacts can change the city’s...student report 2024
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Suijs, Steef (author)The car is a demanding mode of transport. The small capacity, the limited daily use and the number of parking spots that are needed on different locations; at home, at work and other locations makes a vehicle a space-consuming object. Especially in cities, the number of cars effects the liveability, because they are prevailing on the streets. To...student report 2024
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Nistor, Cristina (author)Nicolae Ceausescu's regime in Romania, beginning in 1965, aimed at industrializing the country by increasing the labor force, leading to the development of large-scale housing blocks across Romania following the Soviet model. Urban planning and design were instrumental in serving political objectives such as industrial development, urban...student report 2024
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Daun, Ryan (author)This study investigates the evolving role of the health and wellness centre Sanatorium Baarn, designed by H.P. Berlage and T. Sanders, through the lens of changing public perception over time. The inquiry is grounded in the central question: <br/>'To what extent has the public reception of the health and wellness centre Sanatorium Baarn,...student report 2023
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Mayer, Annika (author)The objective of this paper is to examine the relationship between city branding and gentrification, in order to critically evaluate the city branding ambitions integrated into cities’ policies worldwide. A case study of Rotterdam's central neighbourhood, Katendrecht, is used to investigate this relationship through a historical analysis of the...student report 2023
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Mathers, Isabel (author)This thesis explores the relationship between the creation of escapism in Disneyland’s theme parks and Bill Bensley’s Capella Ubud and JW Marriot Phu Quoc hotels. Hotels are frequently the first place experienced upon arrival in an unfamiliar setting, and due to the transportive, experiential quality of their architecture, they can greatly...student report 2023
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Ray, Snigdha (author)The Old Pinakothek, with its progressive concept, became a model for many 19th -century museums. Completed in 1846, by Leo von Klenze, the structure was severely damaged post-war. Its first restoration plans included a complete tear-down and a new master plan. Hans Döllgast fought for its preservation and state of history, adding a method of...student report 2023
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Fang, Zhengxin (author)Throughout history, women’s emancipation has affected architectural designs. Collective or communal buildings for women on their own have been documented at least since medieval times. Yet, in China’s Canton region, a unique women-only building typology has remained unfamiliar to the general public. The Aunt’s Houses refer to communal buildings...student report 2023
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Main, Keesy (author)After the First World War, there was a housing shortage in The Hague, not only for the working and middle classes but also for the upper ones. Between 1925 and 1929, Dutch architects Jan Duiker and Jan Gerko Wiebenga designed and realized in The Hague the first residential hotel made of a reinforced concrete structure: the revolutionary Nirwana...student report 2023