Internalization of architectural spaces as a methodological approach to enhancing the design process
This paper presents the principles and outcomes of a specific methodology conceived as a teaching tool at the Faculty of Civil Engineering in Subotica. The methodology is designed to support students in developing a deeper understanding of spatial relations, applicable across all phases of architectural design education. The methodological framewo...
By Milena Grbić, Olivera Dulić
The analysis of open spaces in newly built apartments in Serbia - case study: the city of Niš
The paper deals with the analysis of open spaces in newly built apartments in Serbia. The research was conducted as a case study of selected examples of newly built or under-construction apartments in the city of Niš. Considering the trends in residential construction from the post-socialist period to the present day, as well as the investor...
By Hristina Krstić, Branislava Stoiljković, Nataša Petković
ACCURACY IN BUILDING BRIDGE SUPERSTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTIONS VIA CANTILEVER CONCRETING OR ASSEMBLY METHOD
This article examines the cantilever method for constructing bridge superstructures and highlights the lack of specific accuracy requirements in Bulgarian regulations for this technique. The study defines the necessary accuracy for building bridge superstructures using the cantilever concreting and assembly methods and calculates the precision requ...
By Ani Stefanova
DIY ACTIVITIES ON MULTI-FAMILY APARTMENT BUILDINGS IN NIŠ, SERBIA: BEAUTIFICATION OR DEGRADATION?
Housing is not only a physical structure, but also a process that has an important function in the lives of individuals. Do-it-yourself (DIY) concept in multi-family residential architecture involves apartment users conceptualizing, planning and executing a range of activities related to functional, structural, energy, aesthetic, or other home im...
By Branislava Stoiljković, Nataša Petković, Vladana Petrović
SUBURBIA: UNIFORMITY AND DIVERSITY IN RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
Suburbs represent an integral component of metropolitan development, reflecting diverse urban planning, social, and cultural approaches to housing. They are typically characterized by residential communities marked by uniformity, mass production, and spatial monotony. However, the development of suburban areas reveals significant functional, morpho...
By Vladana Petrovic, Hristina Krstić, Branislava Stoiljković, Milena Medenica
Implementing an ESG strategy in a construction company
Implementing an ESG strategy in business is one of the important steps on the path to sustainable development. In the construction sector, which is one of the largest consumers of natural resources and producers of emissions, the implementation of ESG principles is becoming a necessity. The aim of the article is to describe the issue of implementi...
By Gabriela Kocourkova, Eva Vitkova
Improving the physical and mechanical properties of clayey soil by adding waste material fly ash and stone flour
Stabilization of clayey soil with an inadequate physical and mechanical properties in its natural state represents one of the actual challenges in contemporary geotechnical engineering. Among numerous stabilization techniques, chemical stabilization stands out as an effective technique for stabilizing clayey soils. By applying this technique, vario...
By Nemanja Marinković, Elefterija Zlatanović, Vlatko Sheshov, Kemal Edip, Zoran Bonić, Nikola Romić, Julijana Bojadjieva, Dejan Ivanovski, Toni Kitanovski
Exploring management models of public open space in residential neighbourhoods: implications for Serbia’s regulatory framework
Public open spaces (POS) in residential areas are vital components of urban environments, contributing to quality of life, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion. Effective management models are crucial for ensuring POS are well-maintained, accessible, and responsive to community needs. This paper examines three prominent organisa...
By Milica Ljubenović, Jelena Đekić, Milena Dinić Branković, Milica Igić
SPEED AND ROAD GEOMETRY EFFECTS ON ROAD SAFETY: INSIGHTS FROM THE ŠTIP–RADOVIŠ SECTION OF THE A4 IN NORTH MACEDONIA
The development of a country is often reflected in its road infrastructure, but true civilization is measured by how well it prioritizes the health and safety of its people. As roads expand, traffic increases, and speeds rise, ensuring human well-being must remain a key focus. Road design plays a crucial role in safety, with vehicle speed being a d...
By Zlatko Zafirovski, Maja Vitanova, Slobodan Ognjenovic, Riste Ristov, Ivona Nedevska Trajkova, Vasko Gacevski
SYSTEMATIZATION AND QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF THE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN SERBIA
Previous studies in the field of architectural and interior design of patient rooms in secondary and tertiary healthcare institutions in the Republic of Serbia have highlighted the need for access to regulatory documents that legally define the requirements for the planning, design, and construction of such facilities. A key issue identified is the...
By Olivera Nikolić, Aleksandar Kekovic, Vladan Nikolić, Sanja Spasić Đorđević, Jasmina Tamburić