Adaptive Reuse of Industrial Mills – Balancing Heritage Protection and New Uses
Industrial heritage is widely recognized as an essential part of the built environment, reflecting human achievements in technical culture. In sustainable development, the adaptive reuse of industrial heritage structures has emerged as a pivotal strategy for safeguarding historical edifices while seamlessly integrating them into the fabric of moder...
By Ljiljana Jevremović, Ana Stanojević, Uroš Antić, Isidora Đorđević, Aleksandar Milojković
Use of fly ash in road construction
Fly ash is a by-product of coal combustion in thermal power plants. While the European Union recycles and utilizes almost all of its fly ash across various industries, only 2.7% is used in our country. This paper researchs the potential applications of fly ash in road construction, including its use in embankment layers, enhancement of mechanical p...
By Milan Draganovic, Nenad Ristic, Dusan Grdic
The Multiple Benefits of Pocket Parks as Urban Micro-Interventions and Their Implementation Potential in the City of Niš
In urban areas, which are increasingly facing environmental and spatial challenges such as the urban heat island effect, air pollution, and a decline in quality of life, there are often neglected and underutilized spaces with the potential to become valuable public resources. In this context, pocket parks represent one of the key micro-intervention...
By Natalija Stanković, Maša Ranđelović
Shaping the space of concert halls as cultural venues throughout history and its influence on contemporary design
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
Strategy for Sustainable Urban Development of the Cultural Route in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia
Strategy for sustainable urban development of cultural buildings along the Cultural Route identifies urban mapping strategy for restoring circulation by activating social aspects and developing cultural activities at the cultural buildings, monuments and urban squares located along the Cultural Route in Skopje. The methodology of this scientific pa...
By Full Prof. Dr Viktorija Mangaroska, Liljana Mangaroska, Full Prof. Dr Kosta Mangaroski
Microbial Self-Healing Concrete: A Sustainable Solution for Crack Repair
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
DIMENSIONING OF STRUTS FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE DIAPHRAGM WALLS TO SECURE EXCAVATION OF ADJACENT STRUCTURES
Modern architectural solutions in densely populated areas require structures with multiple underground levels. With advancements in construction technology, numerous solutions have been developed to secure the excavation of foundation pits and adjacent structures. The most rational solution adopted is the securing of the excavation and adjacent str...
By Radovan Perić, Srđan Živković, Dragana Turnić, Marija Spasojević Šurdilović
Contemporary Housing Trends in Niš, Serbia: An Analysis of Market Conditions and Regulatory Compliance
This study investigates contemporary housing trends in Niš, Serbia, focusing on urban planning, architectural practices, and socio-economic conditions influencing the local housing market. The primary objectives are to identify prevailing housing trends, assess their conformity with current regulatory frameworks, and propose improvements to ...
By Slavisa Kondic, Katarina Medar, Milica Zivkovic, Vojislav Nikolic, Mirko Stanimirovic
DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF A RECYCLE CENTER FOR RECYCLE CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE
Recycling of construction and demolition waste (C&DW) provides new raw materials, reducing the use of natural resources and the amount of waste for disposal. The aim of this work is to increase the recycling rate of C&DW by building a recycling yard with a mobile plant, with minimal negative environmental impacts. Primary separation at sour...
By Ivan Stojković, Predrag Stanković, Milica Trpkova
STUDY OF THE TRANSFORMABILITY OF ARCHITECTURAL FORM UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF LIGHT AND SHADOW
The paper presents a study on the transformability of architectural form under the influence of light and shadow as key elements of visual perception, experience, art, and architecture. Through the analysis of examples where these factors are the primary determinants of the appearance of architectural form, the study demonstrates the principle of s...
By Jasmina Tamburić, Olivera Nikolić