Urban heat islands are becoming an increasingly important challenge in the 21st century. Land surface temperature is a key factor in the urban heat island risk assessment. Its monitoring is possible through satellite land surface temperature (LST) detection. However, satellite images with insufficient spatial resolution are available to monitor tem...

By Nikola Djokic, Borislava Blagojević

This paper develops a methodological framework for the integrated assessment of life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle costs (LCC) in the decision-making process for passive energy renovation of multi-family residential buildings in Serbia. The proposed framework enables a systematic selection of building materials and components for energy ren...

By Bojana Lević, Ljiljana Đukanović

The use of ash, slag and waste gypsum resulting from the flue gas desulfurization process as a combustion by-product from thermal power plants is becoming increasingly relevant in the context of sustainable waste management and reducing negative environmental impacts. The use of ash, slag and waste gypsum resulting from the flue gas desulfurization...

By Dragan Milošević, Tanja Miladinović

The development of concert halls throughout history reflects the innovation of architectural and acoustic principles, adaptation to social, cultural and technological changes, as well as changes in the needs of performers and audiences. The design process, from the first spaces intended for musical performances to today's multifunctional concert ha...

By Marko Jeremić

Concrete is the most commonly used material in the construction sector after water, with an annual production of approximately two tons per person worldwide. Crack formation is a significant issue in concrete structures, leading to reduced service life, increased repair costs, and increased maintenance. Although it is impossible to completely preve...

By Jelena Mirjanić, Tiana Milović, Vesna Bulatović, Olja Šovljanski, Igor Džolev

Existing industrial buildings and sites serve as reminders of the industrial past and the socio-economic transformations caused by industrialism. Nevertheless, all the architectural, cultural and historical values of these sites are being lost, as with the decline of production, abandoned buildings are demolished and replaced with new. Although ma...

By Fjolla Ibraimi, Aleksandar Radevski

The frequency and intensity of floods and droughts are projected to rise under future climatic conditions. Urban areas, with their increasing populations and expanding built environments, are expected to face these challenges more acutely. In response, smart cities that leverage digital technologies for data collection and service delivery are well...

By Borislava Blagojević, Snežana Đorić-Veljković, Milan Gocić, Emina Hadžić

In recent years, the use of fiber-reinforced concrete has increased significantly, with significant progress being made in terms of quality and application techniques. Due to its advantage in improving certain material properties, fiber-reinforced shotcrete is widely used in tunnel construction, airport runways, slope protection, and in mining tunn...

By Sead Abazi, Bulent Suloodja

Adaptive reuse is a significant strategy for the conservation and long-term sustainability of historical buildings like khans, which may become obsolete due to changing economic and social conditions. Traditionally serving as centers for trade, accommodation, and social interaction, khans carry the historical accumulation of their period and contri...

By Andreas Savvides, Despina Parpa

The article presents an interdisciplinary view of long-span timber structures, combining architectural and environmental approaches. The authors, working in the field of architectural design, analyze wood not only as a structural material, but also as a means of spatial, aesthetic and cultural expression. Particular attention was paid to such aspec...

By Agnieszka Starzyk, Vuk Milošević