This paper explores innovative social and cultural solutions for reclaiming public open spaces (hereafter, POS) in multi-family neighbourhoods, focusing on the following aspects: 1) satisfaction with living condition and neighbourhood perception; 2) socio-economic status of residents; and 3) residents' engagement and participation in (re)claiming P...

By Ivana Bogdanovic Protic, Ljiljana Vasilevska

This paper first analyzes the current state of the various elements of sustainability in the village, and then on a representative sample of the households ie agricultural yards, according to previously defined sustainability parameters.The analysis of natural, human, spatial and economic resources gives us a clear picture of the existing situation...

By Dimitar Krsteski, Aleksandar Radevski, Goran Mickovski

The research objective is to determine the context of the natural environment and the built environment in it, through the prism of the author of the memorial complex as the sender of the message to the visitor who is its recipient. The paper will be focused on the memorial complex Tjentište in Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Hercegovina and ...

By Stefan Slavic

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

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

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

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

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

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

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