In this paper, a retrospective of the construction solutions of the old Žeželj Bridge on the Danube in Novi Sad will be presented. It was built between 1957 and 1961 and was designed by academician Branko Žeželj, a civil engineer after whom the bridge was colloquially named. The bridge consists of two arches with spans of 211 and 165.5 meters, with...

By Dušan Kocić, Milan Gligorijević, Marjan Petrović, Nemanja Petrović

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

Reuse of vacant office buildings represents an increasingly common practice in many cities worldwide. There are numerous examnples of successful reuse, but on the other hand there are examples of reactivation attempts which were not realized even with significant investments. The reasons for unsuccessful attempts are usually found in the lack of un...

By Damjana Nedeljkovic, Lidija Djokic, Tatjana Jurenic

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

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