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Transport Node Markets a Study of Emerging Relationships Between Matatu Stages and Informal Markets: the Case of Mombasa
(university of nairobi, 2022)Transport infrastructure has been known to influence land use patterns which directly mould mobility behaviour. Globally, it is common to find commercial activities around and within different modes of transport; air, ... -
Trend Detection in Precipitation and River Discharge to Assess Climate Change in the Upper Tana Basin
(UoN, 2019)With Climate Change being a point of focus in modern times, this research study was done to detect the existence of a statistically significant trend in the hydro-meteorological characteristics of the upper Tana catchment ... -
The trend of capital and rental value of residential property of south C estate: 1982-1983
(1993)Housing is the subject of discussion by people of all walks of life.people are worried about the availability of housing the affordability of housing and future housing. This study is an investigation into the government ... -
Trends and Impacts of Traffic Loading on the Northern Corridor Athi River – City Cabanas Highway Section, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Deterioration of roads is among the major challenges facing Kenya's infrastructure sector. Pavement deterioration is mainly caused by traffic overloading and erratic climatic conditions. The Mombasa-Nairobi Highway known ... -
Trends and Impacts of Traffic Loading on the Northern Corridor Athi River – City Cabanas Highway Section, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Deterioration of roads is among the major challenges facing Kenya's infrastructure sector. Pavement deterioration is mainly caused by traffic overloading and erratic climatic conditions. The Mombasa-Nairobi Highway known ... -
Trends of Sun-shading Devices in Nairobi Since 1900
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Thermal comfort can affect the living and working conditions of individuals within buildings. To harness maximum comfort, a conducive environment should be created. The use of a sun shading device is considered to be one ... -
Trends of Sun-shading Devices in Nairobi Since 1900
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Thermal comfort can affect the living and working conditions of individuals within buildings. To harness maximum comfort, a conducive environment should be created. The use of a sun shading device is considered to be one ... -
Tropical Modern Architecture Climate Responsive Modern Architecture in East Africa Between 1940 and 1980
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Truck Parking Requirements: the Case of Athi River Weighbridge Located Along Mombasa Nairobi Highway
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Truck parking facilities are an important element in Kenya’s transportation system, the shortage of which can lead to high economic costs and national safety concerns. This study seeks to determine operational, design and ... -
Uncontrolled urban development;its causes and implications. A case study of ongata-rongai
(1990)Ongata-Rongai is a rapidly growing urban center in Kajiado District and it therefore falls under the jurisdiction of Olkejuado County Council. Located only 15 Kms west of Nairobi, the town has experienced a lot of physical ... -
Underwater Solar Photovoltaic (Pv) Systems Performance Analysis and Modelling
(Uon, 2021)Photovoltaic (PV) Solar systems have become attractive for powering autonomous systems and various devices. So far, the installation and usage of solar PV systems has been limited to either land or space. Lately, underwater ... -
University biological laboratories
(Faculty of Architecture, Design And Development, University of Nairobi, 1976-06)The character of a space 1S defined by its relationship with the specific environment. Laboratory accommodation may broadly be defined either as specialised, in the sense that it 1S generated by a particular piece of ... -
Unsustainable urban land management for the low-income housing development A case study of soweto informal residential settlement in embakasi division, nairobi city
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, 1999)This study is about the factors which influence land delivery and management in the low-income housing development. The study was· based on Soweto informal residential settlement in Embakasi Division, Nairobi. Soweto ... -
Urban solid waste management system using Geographic Information Systems (GIS): A case study of Kayole - Soweto, Nairobi.
(Department of Arts, 2005)The problem of solid waste is prevalent in Nairobi city in general, and is most acute in the low-income residential estates. It is mainly manifested in form of littering and illegal dumping in areas not designated for ... -
Urban Agriculture as an authentic urban land use in Kenya: A case study of Komarock estate
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Urban Agriculture (UA) is one of the ways that residents in the urban areas employ as a means to complement their food supply. UA is a common phenomenon within and around the urban areas in Kenya and other countries. The ... -
The urban block as a tool for urban design
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The urban block is the link between city user’s everyday lives and the urban space. This study calls for this urban component to be treated as an essential element of the city when new urban plans and models are developed. The ... -
Urban Celebrations-greenway Network For Livable And Sustainable Cities: Case Of Nairobi Central Business District
(University of NairobiSchool of The Built Environment, 2012)There has been an explosive growth of urban areas that has brought fundamental changes, not only to the physical landscape, but also to people's perceptions of land and environment. Greenways, because of their key ... -
Urban design, permeability and functionality of city central places: A case of the CBD of the city of Nairobi, Kenya
(Department of Urban and Regional planning, 2010)Urban Planning and Design is a multifaceted and complex process that requires variety and subtlety in policy response. Such responses need to be based upon a multi disciplinary understanding of the social and economic ... -
Urban housing affordability in Kenya: a case study of the mortgage housing sector in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Over 70 % of urban households in Kenya experience severe housing affordability challenges. Affordability problems are manifested in the high levels of homelessness, poor human settlement conditions, high price of housing ... -
Urban Housing Market For Zambia. Report Prepared For Shelter Afrique.
(Real Estate and Construction Management, University of Nairobi, 1994)