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{"title":"Cultural interactions among diverse ethnic groups in a frontier region of a mainstream culture: A case study of Thai Korat, Laotian, and Tai Yuan vernacular houses in the central Lamtakong watershed, Nakhon Ratchasima","authors":"Narathip Thubthun ,&nbsp;Kanjana Tansuwanrat","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study aims to study the conditions for the architectural form of vernacular houses of Thai Korat, Laotian, and Tai Yuan ethnic groups living in the central Lamtakong watershed. Nineteen stilt houses with the age of fifty-three to one hundred years were incorporated in the case study. Data were meticulously gathered through methods such as observation, photography, surveying, architectural drawing, three-dimensional modeling, and interviews. The analysis, conducted within the frameworks of ethnic identity and cultural diffusion, involved morphological and comparative assessments. The findings showed that the houses in the present case study could maintain their ethnic identities as can be clearly seen in the space planning and the shapes of the houses passed down from generation to generation. In addition, there was cultural acceptance among these ethnic groups through exchanging, adopting, and borrowing house construction techniques, in order to express the common traits in the larger social context in a friendly and smoother way. This phenomenon indicates that the co-existence in a multicultural society is the key that makes different ethnic groups be able to maintain their ethnic identity and live with the larger society in a friendly way. Hence, the cultural significance of stilt vernacular houses in the study area is embedded in the dynamic process of exchanging house construction techniques, fostering harmony within the broader social context. This preservation simultaneously safeguards the essential elements and key attributes of ethnic identity in architecture.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 543-560"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000220/pdfft?md5=34f868c68f52cf633a551900902af7d1&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000220-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140952374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Finer-scale urban health risk assessment based on the interaction perspective of thermal radiation, human, activity, and space","authors":"Ruonan Guo ,&nbsp;Fei Guo ,&nbsp;Jing Dong ,&nbsp;Zixuan Wang ,&nbsp;Ruwei Zheng ,&nbsp;Hongchi Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Urban heat stress profoundly affects the health of residents. However, current research primarily focuses on quantifying the risk of urban heat based on LST, <em>T</em>_a, etc., overlooking the crucial and intimate influence of continuous intense solar radiation on human thermal comfort and health. Simultaneously, there is a lack of smaller units to support more precise planning. This study utilized the radiant heat stress intensity (RHSI) metric concentrating on the intensity and duration of thermal radiation, to develop a thermal-radiation induced health risk (TIHR) assessment system. Leveraging technologies such as the SOLWEIG model, Python, BERT, and GIS enables precise calculations of 12 spatial indices, including RHSI and Weibo heat. This facilitates a more accurate assessment of health risks at the smallest urban units (blocks) and directly guides planning. The application of this workflow in the case of Suoyuwan, Dalian, China, confirms its value, as it can be used to determine which blocks should be prioritized for specific aspects of risk prevention and control. The results show that some blocks exhibited differences in TIHR even within close proximity, with disaster-causing factors varying according to locations. This study proposes a novel assessment framework based on the interactive perspective of thermal radiation-human-activity-space.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 682-697"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000219/pdfft?md5=3227c5dce0d595a1d7a7a7e91a04ced6&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000219-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140282133","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Integrating BIM and machine learning to predict carbon emissions under foundation materialization stage: Case study of China's 35 public buildings","authors":"Haining Wang ,&nbsp;Yue Wang ,&nbsp;Liang Zhao ,&nbsp;Wei Wang ,&nbsp;Zhixing Luo ,&nbsp;Zixiao Wang ,&nbsp;Jinghui Luo ,&nbsp;Yihan Lv","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>For the significant energy consumption and environmental impact, it is crucial to identify the carbon emission characteristics of building foundations construction during the design phase. This study would like to establish a process-based carbon evaluating model, by adopting Building Information Modeling (BIM), and calculated the materialization-stage carbon emissions of building foundations without basement space in China, and identifying factors influencing the emissions through correlation analysis. These five factors include the building function type, building structure type, foundation area, foundation treatment method, and foundation depth. Additionally, this study develops several machine learning-based predictive models, including Decision Tree, Random Forest, XGBoost, and Neural Network. Among these models, XGBoost demonstrates a relatively higher degree of accuracy and minimal errors, can achieve the RMSE of 206.62 and <em>R</em>² of 0.88 based on testing group feedback. The study reveals a substantial variability carbon emissions per building's floor area of foundations, ranging from 100 to 2000 kgCO₂e/m², demonstrating the potential for optimizing carbon emissions during the design phase of buildings. Besides, materials contribute significantly to total carbon emissions, accounting for 78%–97%, suggesting a significant opportunity for using BIM technology in the design phase to optimize carbon reduction efforts.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 4","pages":"Pages 876-894"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2024-03-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S209526352400027X/pdfft?md5=8f5275951b61f46e84178edbe2662f0e&pid=1-s2.0-S209526352400027X-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140276795","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Organic stabilization in earthen plaster: Eco-compatible architecture and ancient techniques in Tata Somba homes","authors":"D. Ben Ghida","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The study of organic stabilization is crucial for understanding its impact on the durability and effectiveness of earthen plaster. Analyzing natural admixtures' effects on plaster properties provides insights that aid in optimizing plaster composition and application for desired characteristics. The addition of biopolymers, known to enhance plaster performance, necessitates further investigation to understand their role in earthen plaster stabilization.</p><p>This study focuses on Tata Somba homes in Benin and Togo, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. These unique architectural examples embody “architecture without architects”, relying solely on local traditional knowledge. The objective is to explore and revive Tata Somba's ancient eco-technology for earth plaster stabilization. Research shows that biopolymers' combined stabilization and application techniques can improve earthen plaster performance. Seven promising bio-stabilizers were identified, suggesting their potential as sustainable, effective options for CO₂ mitigation in buildings. These findings not only deepen our understanding of earthen architecture but also underscore the potential of merging traditional, eco-friendly building methods with modern scientific insights to create sustainable solutions for cultural heritage preservation and contemporary built environments.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 625-638"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000232/pdfft?md5=3967b5b8ac98ffeec6b4a38f27982b89&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000232-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140273213","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Flexible high-rise apartments with sparse wall-frame structure: A data-driven computational approach","authors":"Hao Hua ,&nbsp;Ludger Hovestadt ,&nbsp;Qian Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.02.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Flexible housing resolves the fundamental conflicts between the long-standing structure and the evolving demands. We propose a computational method of optimizing the structural layout of high-rise residential buildings. Chinese high-rise apartment buildings have widely employed shear wall-frame structure in which one big room or multiple small rooms could occupy the same span. Fitting multiple floor plans into a fixed sparse scheme of shear walls and columns is feasible. We developed a computational framework to seek flexible structural schemes. A building scheme consists of a circulation core, shear walls, columns, and boundaries. The computer program automatically adapts floor plans to any drawn or generated scheme. Based on a large dataset of apartment layouts, the number of apartments that fit into a building scheme statistically reflects the flexibility of the scheme. If many hypothetical plans can fit into a wall-frame structure in computer simulation, this structure could probably support several generations of unknown plans. Such a data-driven computational method provides the possibility of creating a one-to-many mapping between permanent structure and evolving apartment plans.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 639-649"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000207/pdfft?md5=a0059718e0b35b1bfc92dadcee4fb836&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000207-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140278803","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Techno-aesthetics in architectural discourses: A state of the art review","authors":"Bita Vasseghipanah,&nbsp;Saeed Haghir","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Since the beginning of the First Industrial Revolution, technology and its impact on art and design have been a topic of discussion. With the rise of digital technologies, there has been a renewed interest in exploring the relationship between technology and aesthetics. The aim of this paper is to clarify the concept of techno-aesthetics and make it a more accessible field of study by identifying its key discourses. In order to understand how technological objects have been evaluated in architectural history, a systematic review of 177 studies was conducted. The collected literature was analyzed using Kant's characteristics of aesthetic judgment, discourse analysis techniques from Foucault's methodology and <em>Laclau and Mouffe's discourse theory</em>. This helped in creating a framework for classifying the literature. The study analyzed results based on five categories: admired technological objects and architectural objects inspired by them, concepts (function, truth, freedom, objectivity, unity, and power), standpoints (rationalism, romanticism, optimism, and determinism), and benchmarks of legitimation (ideology, history, scientific nature, everyday aesthetics, and sublimation of technology). These results were then combined to identify eleven significant discourses of techno-aesthetics.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 505-542"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000190/pdfft?md5=f8a6356254e0a97accaa2e1f27f05b30&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000190-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140270868","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Proposition and design of a new Micro-Architected Domes family: A biomimicry-based approach","authors":"Nadir Rihani ,&nbsp;Iatimad Akhrif ,&nbsp;Mostapha El Jai","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In the last decade, micro-architected structures have gained significant attention in academia and industry for their lightweight, strong, and thermally efficient properties. Inspired by biomimicry design, this paper presents a novel ribbed family of additively manufactured Micro-Architected Domes (MAD). The design incorporates tetrapod pyramid unit cells, golden ratio-based fractal patterns, Schoen's Minimal Gyroid, and spherical geometry. The study focuses on dome radius, height, and azimuth/elevation partitioning as input variables, with the main output being ribbed micro-cell diameter. The relationships between unit-cells’ diameter and input variables were established through problem-solving and numerical computations: linear dependency with the dome radius and hyperbolic dependency with the azimuth and elevation partitioning. The proposed design successfully adhered to the Surface-to-Volume ratio of Schoen's Minimal Gyroid, achieving an average volume relative density of 2.5%, confirming its lightweight nature. The feasibility of the design was further supported by fabricating three specimens using Filament Fused Fabrication. This research showcases the potential of biomimicry-inspired micro-architected structures, paving the way for innovative applications in various fields.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 650-667"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000189/pdfft?md5=8de86005da1ac5bcddb92cfa9e4eb81e&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000189-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140151156","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The interaction of history and modern thought in the creation of Iran's architecture by investigating the approaches of past-oriented architecture","authors":"Mohsen Kamali","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The relationship between tradition and modernity significantly influences society, culture, and architectural discourse. This philosophy offers a framework for exploring the impact of traditional architecture on contemporary Iranian architecture from different perspectives and approaches. Various viewpoints exist on whether historical architecture can be a defining characteristic of contemporary architectural discourse. Through an in-depth review of analysis-centred architectural literature, a unique method was chosen for analysing contemporary architecture and gaining insight into its creation. The main goal of this study is to establish a productive relationship between past-oriented architecture, innovative architectural concepts, and contemporary thought. This article examines three critical viewpoints, tradition as imitation, transmission, and transformation, alongside analysing their influential components on architectural form to gain insight into productively connecting with historical achievements and show that the role of history is to add new values to architecture-conscious needs that have changed during history. Ultimately, the challenge lies in finding a suitable path among diverse perspectives and reinterpretations and establishing a productive relationship with history and contemporary thought.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 459-486"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000177/pdfft?md5=b1ce5668d5803dd1bf3db182d9c6f780&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000177-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140151153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Contemporary construction in historical sites: The missing factors","authors":"Sina Kamali Tabrizi ,&nbsp;Mohamed Gamal Abdelmonem","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2024.01.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Historical sites (HSs) are akin to living entities, and their existence is perpetuated through the erection of new buildings or additions. Many HSs need sustainable development and new construction, as existing monuments fail to meet contemporary user requirements. Despite the urgent demand, many new buildings within HSs have been constructed without considering the influencing factors on contextual value, built, and natural environment. This oversight has led to irreversible damage to their historical value. Numerous studies have independently explored interventions, construction, and development within HSs. However, there is a conspicuous absence of comprehensive research that concurrently addresses these issues while preserving the intrinsic value of the HSs. This study aims to identify the variables and factors contributing to the successful design and construction of new buildings within HSs, satisfying user needs, conserving contextual values, and achieving sustainability with the natural and built environment. The research employs a mixed-method approach, gathering raw data through literature reviews, case studies, and expert interviews. The study population comprised 97 experts in architectural heritage conservation and sustainable development. Exploratory factor analysis was utilized for data analysis, leading to the identification of influential factors. The study highlights the significance of the location, function, scale, form, material, skyline, viewpoint, accessibility, reversibility, topography, sustainability, technology, structural system, lifespan, and interior design in constructing new buildings within a HS. Moreover, the design of new additions should adhere to five guiding principles: integrated design, volume design, green design, compatible design, and modern design. In this context, the new structures will fulfill user needs, preserve or enhance contextual values, and harmonize with the built and natural environment.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 487-504"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000165/pdfft?md5=40f613ebae00877b8917ee45ac3dbcfe&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000165-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140071749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Characterization of conception drawing in architecture to face technological mediations","authors":"Hugo C. Gomez-Tone ,&nbsp;Javier F. Raposo Grau","doi":"10.1016/j.foar.2023.12.013","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.foar.2023.12.013","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The conception drawing in architecture is that allows to initiate the architectural thinking, visualizing, and discovering the first ideas. This drawing has traditionally been given as an act of linking and collaboration between thought, sight, and the movement of the hands with a tool. Identifying and recognizing its characteristics will make it possible to deal with any mediation of information technologies. To establish such characteristics, three case studies were carried out. An analysis was made of the conception drawings and interviews by the Pritzker Prize laureates: Ando, Hadid and Gehry. One condition and four characteristics have been determined: drawing is a phenomenological action that produces haptic drawings; it is an undecided process that originates unformed drawings; it is a fast action that results in small and multiplied drawings; it is a perceptual act that generates redrawn and remarked drawings; and finally, it is an action that seeks to remember to resume the creative process at another moment, which produces rudimentary conventional drawings. Knowing these before any technological mediation will be an important pedagogical contribution that will allow future architects not to alter the cognitive processes that generate the first ideas in the initial moments of the architectural project.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":51662,"journal":{"name":"Frontiers of Architectural Research","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 425-438"},"PeriodicalIF":3.5,"publicationDate":"2024-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095263524000141/pdfft?md5=f564741c585f7c0b0a18a3d2d0a325e6&pid=1-s2.0-S2095263524000141-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140071649","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"艺术学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}