Urban heat islands are becoming an increasingly important challenge in the 21st century. Land surface temperature is a key factor in the urban heat island risk assessment. Its monitoring is possible through satellite land surface temperature (LST) detection. However, satellite images with insufficient spatial resolution are available to monitor tem...

By Nikola Djokic, Borislava Blagojević

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

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

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

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

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

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