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An impact assessment of population density on environmental quality in unplanned settlements: A case of Kibera
(University of Nairobi, 1997)The main objective of this study was to systematically investigate the inherent environmental conditions and the effects of population density on the environment in the low income settlement of Kibera. The nature and ... -
The Impact Land Sub-division and Fragmentaion on Rural Development: a Case Study of Vihiga County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Vihiga is one of the most densely populated counties in Kenya with a current population density of 1,045 persons per square km. The high population has exerted enormous pressure on available land resource resulting in land ... -
The impact of a development policy on Kilimani neighbourhood – city of Nairobi.
(School of the built environment Department of urban and regional planning, 2009)Various studies have been done on impact of development policy on the evolution of urban land uses. However, few focus on development standards for neighbourhood development. It is due to the above stated shortcoming ... -
Impact of a Road Project on Land Use: a Case Study of Ngong Road Corridor in Nairobi
(university of nairobi, 2022)Several studies have been done on the “egg-hen” relationship between transportation and land use. It is considered a egg-hen relationship because several scholars have differed on what comes first. Some argue that it is ... -
The Impact Of Application Of GIS Technology On Non-Revenue Water Levels: A Case Study Of Narok Water And Sewerage Services Company.
(UoN, 2019)Non-Revenue Water (NRW) is the water loss that does not earn income/revenue to a Water Service Provider(s) and is lost through physical losses for example leakages/burst in the distribution system or commercially through ... -
Impact of applied colour in middle class interior A Case Study of Nyayo Highrise Estate in Nairobi.
(School of the Arts and Design, 2007)Colour is a major interior design tool than can be employed to change the ambience of interior spaces on a low budget. Walls for example, are the best surface that colour application can easily be emphasised on. Colour ... -
Impact of Applied Colour in Middle Class Interiors a Case Study of Nyayo Highrise Estate in Nairobi.
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Impact of applied colour in middle class Interiors: a case study of Nyayo Highrise estate in Nairobi.
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 2007)Colour is a major interior design to than an be employed to change the ambience of interior spaces on a low budget. Walls for example, are the best surface that colour application can easily be emphasised on. Colour plays ... -
The impact of building design on maintenance costs of residential housing estates owned by Mombasa Municipal Council
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The impact of circulation arteries on Nairobi's Urban Form
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Circulation arteries are more than just lines of potential movement; they are stages for observation, presenting opportunities and chaJ.lenges of diverse social, functional and economic nature. Failure for example to ... -
The impact of circulation arteries on Nairobi's Urban Form
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Circulation arteries are more than just lines of potential movement; they are stages for observation, presenting opportunities and chaJ.lenges of diverse social, functional and economic nature. Failure for example to ... -
"The impact of compulsory land acquisition and displaced households: the case study of the third Nairobi water supply project, Kenya", habitat international ''
(Real Estate and Construction Management, University of Nairobi, 1996)This paper analyses the impact of compulsory land acquisition on displaced persons in Kenya. The analysis reveals that compulsory land acquisition quite often has far-reaching socio-economic impact on the lives of persons ... -
The impact of delayed or prolonged construction process of development projects on development of Mui location: a case study of Mathuki Health Centre
(University of NairobiDepartment of Planning, 1995)Since the majority of Kenya's people live in rural areas, there has been a continued stress on the importance of developing the rural areas. Many strategies have been used towards this end. District Focus for Rural Development ... -
The impact of design parameters on energy consumption in office buildings in Nairobi
(Department of Urban and Regional planning, 2010)The prime objective of this study is to investigate the impact of design parameters on energy consumption in office buildings. The study is restricted to office buildings found in the Nairobi Central Business District. ... -
Impact of Energy Efficient Lighting on Overall Energy Use Intensity in Commercial Buildings: a Case Study of Co-op House
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Energy efficiency is key for organizations that are keen on managing their energy costs. Lighting is one of the low hanging fruits, commonly recommended in energy audit reports, that buildings can implement to achieve ... -
Impact of geothermal power development on land use and environment in Olkaria, Naivasha, Kenya
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, 2004)Geothermal Energy is a natural form of energy stored deep in the earth's hot rocks and waters within the fractured rocks. It is fairly widespread in the world mostly within continental plate margins. It has been put into ... -
Impact of improved road accessibility on the use of social infrastructure in Nkoranza District, Ghana
(2014)In many African countries a large proportion of the rural population lacks access to transport facilities. This is due to lack of adequate funds for investment in the sector and the deterioration of the available infrastructure. ... -
The impact of Industrial development of Environmental quality ; with special reference to Kenya Meat Commission and East Africa Portland cement Factory in Athi River Town
(School of Built Environment, University of Nairobi, 1983)The problem of resource abuse through industrial activities is a serious one in the developed countries. Air pollution, water pollution, acid rain, smogs and oil spills are few among the many consequences of resource abuse ... -
Impact of Informal Trade on Spatial Development of Mumias South and Mtindwa Road
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This thesis raises questions on the impacts of informal businesses on existing planned land uses specifically residential neighbourhoods. The resilience of informality in Kenya and their heterogeneity has been creeping up ...