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Open AccessPublished: 3 November 2025

Anti-Crisis Urban Design and Hotel Infrastructure: A New Paradigm of Post-War Urban Development

Liudmyla Bovsh, Alla Rasulova, Larysa Hopkalo

Urban Planning and Construction · 40-62 · 10.55121/upc.v3i2.1102

This study investigates models for restoring hotel infrastructure within a comprehensive framework of crisis-responsive urban design during and after military aggression, using Ukraine as a focal case. By integrating restorative construction, inclusive urban design principles, and community participation, resilient cities aim to

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Open AccessPublished: 22 May 2025

The Current Status of Green Residential Projects in Tier-II Cities of India

Anshul Jain, Ananda Babu

Urban Planning and Construction · 17-27 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.507

Green residential projects, defined by sustainable design, energy efficiency, and reduced environmental impact, are gaining traction in India’s rapidly urbanizing Tier-II cities, such as Coimbatore, Jaipur, and Chandigarh. These cities are emerging as hubs for green development, propelled by government initiatives like AMRUT, co

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Open AccessPublished: 29 October 2025

Extent and Techniques of Coastal Land Reclamation in the Niger Delta: A Spatio-Temporal Analysis

Temple Probyne Abali, Michael Uzodianya Didia, Oye Ideki

Urban Planning and Construction · 1-14 · 10.55121/upc.v3i2.657

This study examined the scale, pattern, and impacts of swamp reclamation in the Niger Delta between 1988 and 2018, with particular attention to its implications for urban development and environmental sustainability. Using Geographic Information System (GIS) and remote sensing techniques, Landsat satellite images were analyzed t

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Open AccessPublished: 25 July 2025

The Economic and Environmental Payoff of Green Roofs and Vertical Forests in Urban Air Pollution Mitigation

Abdulaziz Aljehani, Rima J. Isaifan

Urban Planning and Construction · 79-93 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.603

This study critically reviews the economic, environmental, and health impacts of integrating green infrastructure, specifically vertical forests and green roofs, into urban environments as a strategy for air pollution mitigation. A systematic review of recent studies, selected through PRISMA guidelines from Google Scholar, Scien

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Open AccessPublished: 25 May 2025

Smart City Construction and Urban Green Development: An Analysis from the Perspectives of Industrial Structure and Technological Progress

Diandian Zhang, Haiqiao Wu

Urban Planning and Construction · 63-78 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.556

As an innovative urban development model, smart cities have become a pivotal strategy for fostering green, efficient, and sustainable urban growth, epitomizing efficiency, intelligence, and sustainability. Investigating the impact of the smart city pilot policy on urban green development not only deepens our understanding of sma

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Open AccessPublished: 24 May 2025

Artificial Intelligence Based Site Selection for the Construction of Megastructures in Urban areas

Anshul Jain, Hridayesh Varma

Urban Planning and Construction · 51-62 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.536

The construction of megastructures, such as skyscrapers, dams, and large-scale urban developments, demands precise site selection to ensure structural integrity, economic viability, and environmental sustainability. Traditional site selection methods rely heavily on manual surveys and expert judgment, which are time-consuming an

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Open AccessPublished: 23 May 2025

Designing Restorative City Models for Child Safety and Crime Prevention: Insights from the Global South

Herke Csongor, Herke-Fábos Barbara Katalin, Jahan Bushrat

Urban Planning and Construction · 28-50 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.447

This study explores restorative city models as holistic approaches to urban safety and child protection, particularly within the Global South. By integrating restorative justice, inclusive urban design, child rights, and community participation, restorative cities aim to address the root causes of crime and social disintegration

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Open AccessPublished: 22 May 2025

Vision Versus Reality: Testing Methods to Study Public Space Design and Pedestrian Experience in Logan Central

Kali Marnane, Maram Shaweesh

Urban Planning and Construction · 1-16 · 10.55121/upc.v3i1.330

Logan is a rapidly growing, mid-sized city in Queensland, Australia, often characterized by low-density suburban development, car dependency, and persistent socio-economic disadvantage. Logan Central, identified as the civic and cultural heart of the city, faces compounded challenges related to disconnected pedestrian infrastruc

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