Research Papers: Recent submissions
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Timber for Low Cost Housing Construction Papers Presented
(University of Nairobi, 1971) -
Cost Of Concrete Block Walls
(University Of Nairobi, 1977)Building walls in concrete blocks will, no doubt, continue to play a major role in the construction of house's in Kenya. Although in certain areas of the country other materials are available for building "permanent" ... -
The Impact Of Energy Conservation Measures On Architectural Design In Hot, Humid Tropical Areas.
(University of Nairobi, 1987)The hot, humid tropical areas are characterized by a high incidence of thermal discomfort due to warmth for most of the year. During the hot period bioclimatic comfort may be achieved with air conditioning or fans, ... -
Design for Climate Guidelines for the Design of Low Cost Houses for the Climates of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1975-01) -
Housing for the Lower-Income Groups
(University of Nairobi, 1977-05-09)The conditions for each urban centre vary when you consider what kind of housing to proVide how many and where. Some of the factors would be population growth employment opportunities infrastructure climate, social provisions ... -
Inappropriate Choice of Product Technology: Roofing and Milk- Packaging Materials in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1986) -
Design For Conservation And Development
(University of Nairobi, 1978)This document "Design for Conservation and Development" summarises results of a joint teaching/learning programme in conservation and redevelopment - as a part of a development oriented architectural education ... -
Guidelines For Room Types In Low-cost Housing With Reference To The Highland Climatic Region
(University Of Nairobi, 1977)It is the aim of this paper to provide guidelines on space requirements for various room types for urban low-cost housing. Many of the guidelines suggested will also be applicable for rural housing, whether constructed ... -
Rural Housing Conditions In Kwale District Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1985) -
Case Studies Of Three Building Projects In Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 1980-08) -
Potentialities and Constraints For Using Pozzolanas as Alternative Binders in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1991) -
Training for Integrated Co-operative Human Settlement Development in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 1981) -
Roofs For Low Cost Structures
(University of Nairobi, 1978-06) -
Training for Integrated Co-operative Human Settlement Development in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 1981) -
SES Study Of An Environmentally Sound Building System. A Feasibility Report.
(University of Nairobi, 1982)EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: 1. It is possible to build an environmentally-appropriate permanent structure in central Nairobi for about 10% less cost than similar buildings being erected today. Such a structure, relying heavily ... -
A Cost Analysis to Evaluate the Aplicability of a Production of Low-Cost lime-laterite Building Blocks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1973) -
Indigenous Perceptions And Utilizations Of Resources And Their Challenge To Development Planning
(University of Nairobi, 1986-04) -
Prefabricated Timber Houses - A Guideline To Their Planning Production And Marketing In Developing Countries
(University of Nairobi, 1979-07) -
Requirements of a Large Modern Factory to Manufacture Precast Concrete Units
(University of Nairobi, 1970) -
Institutional Constraints in The Development of Informal Housing Areas.
(University Of Nairobi, 1977)A large proportion of the urban population in almost all developing countries lives in sub-standard housing, in areas which have been termed squatter settlements, slums, spontaneous or unauthorised settlements. These ...