Aesthetics as a philosophical discipline arose during the 18th century, while important aesthetic questions arose in its pre-philosophical period in antiquity. Separating aesthetic thoughts about architecture from the general development of philosophical aesthetics is still an unfinished task that few architects have tackled. One of the pioneers in...

By Irena Kuletin Ćulafić

Evapotranspiration is a key parameter of the agrohydrological systems and is critical factor for water resources planning. The objective of the study is to analyze the sensitivity of the monthly reference evapotranspiration (ET0) to climate variables. Data were used for Nis urban conditions, for the period from July 2022 to December 2024. Sensitivi...

By Mladen Milanovic, Slavisa Trajkovic, Dragan Milicevic

A common characteristic of concrete as a material used in the construction of dams and the surrounding rock mass, on which such structures are typically founded, is the presence of voids within the material. Buoyancy, as the load exerted by water in the voids of the foundation medium and concrete that presses against the structure, must be reduced ...

By Dušan Stevanović, Nikola Mirković, Uroš Mirković

One of the architectural jewels of the 20th century in Bulgaria - the Mineral Bath in Bankya - is located in the immediate vicinity of Sofia. It was designed by the Bavarian architect Carl Hocheder and opened for visitors in 1911. The architect's overall intention to merge the function of a spa, equipped with the most modern technical facilities of...

By Blagovesta Ivanova, Alexandra Ivanova, Stanislav Georgiev

The goal of this paper is to underscore the importance of synergizing legal norms, energy standards and urban planning strategies to advance the principles of bioclimatic architecture for its broader practical application. Contemporary climate changes and the growing imperative to preserve the environment, inevitably calls for a paradigm shift in c...

By Marija Stojanović, Miroslav Sokić, Milica Mišić, Aleksandar Jovanović

This study investigates the influence of torsional effects on the seismic performance of reinforced concrete (RC) ductile buildings and provides a framework for their analysis and design. Key considerations include the relative positions of the center of mass (CM) and center of stiffness (CS), stiffness distribution, and the control of lateral disp...

By Burbuqe Shatri, Golubka Nechevska-Cvetanovska

Intensive urbanization often threatens the spatial identity of cities and the value of existing urban landscapes. The development of gray infrastructure is usually not accompanied by the increase of the city's green spaces, which negatively impacts the aesthetics of urban areas and the perception of the urban landscape by the urban population. Fact...

By Jovana Petrović, Marija Pešikan, Nenad Stavretović

Heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and pesticides were frequently identified as compounds hazardous to human life and health when soil testing results in the area of railway lines were investigated. Our own investigations have revealed the existence of heavy metals that are harmful to human life and health, as well as the presence of ot...

By Jelena Dimitrijević, Zoran Bonić, Elefterija Zlatanović, Dragan M. Djordjević, Dragan Milićević, Zlatko Zafirovski

The construction industry, as a significant and expansive sector of the global economy, is distinguished by a high level of market risk and competitiveness. In such a demanding environment, construction firms must effectively identify and address emerging needs and challenges in order to enhance their visibility in both domestic and international m...

By Vinko Žnidaršič, Dejan Vasovic, Stevan Mušicki

This paper examines how digital tools have transformed the architectural design process – from early CAD systems and parametric modeling to generative design and modern AI-based algorithms. The focus is on the relationship between the architect and the algorithm in shaping architectural solutions. Over time, digital tools have enhanced the pr...

By Jovana Tomić, Sonja Krasić, Isidora Mitrović