Environmental Design

ASSESSMENT OF PARKING IN COMMERCIAL ZONES OF WUSE II DISTRICT, FEDERAL CAPITAL CITY (FCC), ABUJA

ABSTRACTThe research examined the Problems of Parking in Commercial Zones within Wuse II District, FCC, Abuja and the explanations with a view to establishing challenges and providing appropriate recommendations. Data for the study were obtained through a semi-structured questionnaire, observatio...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 82 pages | 🧠 12343 words | 📚 5 chapters

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DEVELOPMENT OF GLASS CERAMICS USING KAOLIN PROCESSING WASTE, SODALIME AND BOROSILICATE GLASS WASTES

ABSTRACTThe utilisation of waste materials to producea useful product is highly encouraged to avoid its disposal on land fields so as to safeguard the environment. Kaolin waste, soda lime and borosilicate glass wastes were used to develop glass ceramic. The oxides content of the raw materials wer...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 85 pages | 🧠 6706 words | 📚 5 chapters

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APPLICATION OF PASSIVE COOLING TECHNIQUES IN THE DESIGN OF PROPOSED UNIVERSITY SENATE BUILDING

A CASE STUDY OF DUTSIN-MA, KATSINA

ABSTRACTThis study aimed at identifying passive design features through extensive literature study that can be incorporated in senate building to make it energy efficient. The study also aimed at identifying changes in the design process that can affect energy efficiency in senate buildings. It h...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 92 pages | 🧠 9613 words | 📚 5 chapters

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DADIN KOWA HOLIDAY CAMP GOMBE: (Eco-Approach to the Design of a Holiday Camp)

ABSTRACTHuman beings, unlike machines do not have replaceable spare parts as such, the need forrest becomes necessary after the hustle and bustle of modem day living. The resultant tourism, although a global economic phenomenon, is still at infancy on these shores, as the few destinations are ser...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 100 pages | 🧠 12027 words | 📚 5 chapters

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EXPLORATION AND EXTRACTION OF COLOURING SUBSTANCES FROM HERBS FOR USE AS DYES ON COTTON FABRICS

A CASE STUDY OF LOKOJA, NIGERIA

ABSTRACTThe research entitled Exploration and extraction of colouring substances from herbs for use as dyes on cotton fabrics in Lokoja, Nigeria was designed to explore improved methods, for extraction of dyes in powdery form for the purpose of preserving the dyes from selected local herbs in Lok...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 88 pages | 🧠 6651 words | 📚 5 chapters

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THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY ILORIN AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF INTRODUCING MANAGEMENT EDUCATION INTO THEOLOGY

ABSTRACTThis thesis is set at investigating various activities involved in theological seminaries and management institutes. It also identifies various of studied theological seminaries, particularly within our own environment. The text in the thesis finally gives guideline for the incorporation ...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 81 pages | 🧠 12023 words | 📚 5 chapters

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EVALUATION OF THE PROPERTIES OF METAKAOLIN BASED GEOPOLYMER CONCRETE MADE WITH RECYCLED CONCRETE AGGREGATE

ABSTRACTOver the years, the construction industry consumes large amount of materials and produces waste in large quanties, this practice depletes natural resources like aggregates and causes problem of waste accumulation. In order to attain sustainability, emphasis is made on circular pattern of ...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 90 pages | 🧠 8417 words | 📚 5 chapters

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INCLUSIVE DESIGN AS A TOOL IN THE DESIGN OF SPORT COMPLEX FOR THE DISABLED

A CASE STUDY OF KANO

ABSTRACTInclusive design takes into consideration the varying needs of diverse users in order not to socially exclude any potentials user irrespective of one?s ability from the use of any functional space. The seven principles of inclusive designs enhance the wide use of spaces thereby minimizing...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 92 pages | 🧠 11507 words | 📚 5 chapters

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AN ASSESSMENT OF EXPATRIATE CONTRACTORS’ SITE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN THE NIGERIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

ABSTRACTThe concept of site management is not new in the construction industry as it forms an integral part of the construction management process, however its level of practices vary from expatriate contractors to indigenous contractors. The research assessed site management practices of expatri...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 87 pages | 🧠 12654 words | 📚 5 chapters

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ASSESSMENT OF HOUSEHOLD SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT

A CASE STUDY OF GOMBE, NIGERIA

ABSTRACTThis study examines the household solid waste management practices and the role of agencies responsible for its management in Gombe. The research gathered data from two main sources: primary and secondary sources. The secondary data were obtained from the library and internet sources whil...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 87 pages | 🧠 9919 words | 📚 5 chapters

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ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF BWARI MASTER

ABSTRACTThe importance of Plans implementation in the planning process cannot be overemphasized. This is because, without effective implementation of plans, such plans will be as good as no plans at all. This brought about the study. The study aimed at assessing the implementation of Bwari Master...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 86 pages | 🧠 10969 words | 📚 5 chapters

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EXPLORATION OF AKWETE WEAVES MOTIFS FOR ADAPTATION ON PRINTED TEXTILES FOR APPAREL PRODUCTION

ABSTRACTThis study is on the exploration of Akwete weaves motifs for adaptation on printed textiles for apparel production. It investigated the traditional hand woven fabrics of the Akwete Igbo And identified a lot of symbolic motifs. This study aimed at adapting and printing these Igbo tradition...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 91 pages | 🧠 6216 words | 📚 5 chapters

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INTEGRATING THERAPEUTIC TECHNIQUES IN DRUG ADDICT CENTRE DESIGN: PROPOSED REHABILITATION CENTRE

A CASE STUDY OF TUDUN WADA, KANO

ABSTRACTDrug addiction is one of the worst global pestilence that affects virtually all sectors of society in the world. This assumed an alarming proportion particularly in the developing countries like Nigeria whereby young people at their tender age regardless of their social, economic, religio...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 95 pages | 🧠 7608 words | 📚 5 chapters

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THE HIGH COMMISSION OF BANGLADESH, ABUJA Symbolic Expression of Bangladeshi Traditional Architecture

ABSTRACTEvery nation as an independent country needs an association or organization to represent her in the international arena so as to protect her interest and enhance her diplomatic relations to the host country and the world at large. Therefore, this study is triggered by a need to have a hig...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 90 pages | 🧠 7066 words | 📚 5 chapters

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A CONTEXTUAL ANALYSIS OF MUYIDEEN ADIO JAJI'S STUNTED SCULPTURES

ABSTRACTMuyideen Adio Jaji is a contemporary sculptor, who has been producing sculptures, both in naturalism and abstraction. He has also delved into the exploration of stunted figures. The problem of this research therefore, is to outline the context that locates his stunted sculptures. The rese...

Environmental Design Type: PROJECT

📄 88 pages | 🧠 11432 words | 📚 5 chapters

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