Cite this article Behilil, A., Mazouz, F. (2024) ‘The unique preservation of Yves Saint Laurent’s birthplace: A singu-lar cultural heritage in Oran’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(3), pp. 46-56. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0017   SUMMARY In 2020, the Affane Mohamed Foundation initiated the project to restore the Yves Saint Laurent house, located […]

Cite this article Vavrová, K. (2024) ‘Fashion design and fashion industry: The impact of social media on customer behaviour and its current role in the fashion industry’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(3), pp. 39-45. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0016   SUMMARY This article explores the impact of social media on marketing, fashion, and […]

Cite this article Bemmoussa, W. C., Mazouz, F., Kari, N. (2024) ‘Resistance and stylistic reverence: A typological study of colonial facades in Tlemcen (Algeria)’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(3), pp. 25-38. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0015   SUMMARY An architectural style is obviously the architects’ ultimate means of symbolising socio-cultural ideas and attitudes. […]

Bridging traditions: Placemaking and authenticity in architecture for city branding

Eko Nursanty, Djudjun Rusmiatmoko, I Wayan Andhika Widiantara

Cite this article Nursanty, E., Rusmiatmoko, D., Widiantara, I W. A. (2024) ‘Bridging traditions: Placemaking and authenticity in architecture for city branding’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(3), pp. 15-24. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0014   SUMMARY This paper delves into the intricate relationship between placemaking and the authenticity of traditional architecture within city […]

Cite this article Ouaali, S., Anouche, K. (2024) ‘Preventive conservation – a means of sustainability of cultural heritage: The case of the M’Zab Valley’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(3), pp. 2-14. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0013   SUMMARY Tangible and intangible cultural heritage represents a wealth that strengthens the cultural identity of populations. […]

Cite this article Benyamina, B., Benkoula, S.M.e.H. (2024) ‘Social housing – between design and social practices: The case of the 670 social housing units in Oran’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(2), pp. 45-54. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0011   SUMMARY Habitable architecture, intrinsically linked to its user, has an essential social dimension that […]

Cite this article Benkouda, H., Louafi, S., Mebarki, A. (2024) ‘Enhancing visual comfort in staircases: A comprehensive analysis and design recommendations’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(2), pp. 30-44. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0010   SUMMARY People should be walking towards the inside of dwelling through an appropriate visual environment in transitional spaces. In […]

Weight and structural considerations of potential green roof growth: Media compositions for the Nigerian building industry

Murtala Muhammad Salihu, Muhammad Aminu Musa, Abdullahi Getso Ibrahim, Jamilu Usman, Abubakar Sadiq Salisu

Cite this article Salihu, M.M., Musa, M.A., Ibrahim, A.G., Salisu, A.S. (2024) ‘Weight and structural considerations of potential green roof growth: Media compositions for the Nigerian building industry’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(2), pp. 24-29. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0009   SUMMARY Green roof technology is still in its incipient and exploratory stage […]

Cite this article Musa, M.A., Salisu, A.S., Salihu, M.M. (2024) ‘Framework for optimising daylighting and passive indoor thermal comfort in single-banked office buildings in the temperate dry climate of Nigeria’, Architecture Papers of the Faculty of Architecture and Design STU, 29(2), pp. 15-23. https://www.doi.org/10.2478/alfa-2024-0008   SUMMARY Achieving adequate passive indoor environmental comfort determines whether a […]