This book covers a broad range of topics relating to architecture and urban design, such as the conservation of cities’ culture and identity through design and planning processes, various ideologies and approaches to achieving more sustainable cities while retaining their identities, and strategies to help cities advertise themselves on the global market.
Every city has its own unique identity, which is revealed through its physical and visual form. It is seen through the eyes of its inhabitants and visitors, and is where their collective memories are shaped. In turn, these factors affect tourism, education, culture & economic prosperity, in addition to other aspects, making a city’s identity one of its main assets.
Cities’ identities are constructed and developed over time and are constantly evolving physically, culturally and sociologically. This book explains how architecture and the arts can embody the historical, cultural and economic characteristics of the city. It also demonstrates how cities’ memories play a vital role in preserving their physical and nonphysical heritage. Furthermore, it examines the transformation of cities and urban cultures, and investigates the various new approaches developed in contemporary arts and architecture.
Given its scope, the book is a valuable resource for a variety of readers, including students, educators, researchers and practitioners in the fields of city planning, urban design, architecture and the arts.
Author(s): Yasser Mahgoub, Nicola Cavalagli, Antonella Versaci, Hocine Bougdah, Marta Serra-Permanyer
Series: Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2020
Language: English
Pages: 238
City: Cham
Series Editor Preface
Scientific Committee
Preface
Contents
Preserving Historical Architecture
1 Structural Analysis and Safety Assessment of a Historic Hydraulic Structure in Egypt
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Structure Description
3 Field Investigation and Material Testing
4 Structural Analysis
4.1 Approaches for Numerical Modeling and Nonlinear Analysis
4.2 Finite Element Mesh
4.3 Material Properties
4.4 Loads and Load Cases
4.5 Nonlinear Analysis Parameters
5 Numerical Results
6 Conclusions
References
2 Stabilization of the Ancient Serapeum at Saqqara—Strengthening Proposals Using Advanced Composite Materials
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Historical Background and Description
3 The Restoration Project
4 Problem Statement
5 Structural Strengthening Solutions for the Serapeum Using FRP Systems
5.1 First Alternative: Using CFRP Strips
5.2 Second Alternative: Using FRP Sheets
5.3 Third Alternative: Using GFRP Grids
5.4 Fourth Alternative: Using FRP Structural Sections
6 Structural Analysis
7 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
3 Trends of Contemporary Art in Innovative Interior Architecture Design of Cultural Spaces
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Themes and New Ideas
2.1 Activity Graphics
2.2 Photographic Images
3 Elements of Art
4 Contemporary Art and Trends (Contemporary Trends in Art | the Canadian Encyclopedia, n.d.)
4.1 Trends of Contemporary Art
4.1.1 Trend of Conceptual Art (Modern Movements and Styles, Conceptual Art, n.d.)
4.1.2 Trend of Environmental Art (Cultural Center Jean Marie Tjibaou—Data, Photographs and Plans—WikiArquitectura, 1998)
4.1.3 Trend of Minimalism Art (Stewart, 2018)
4.1.4 Trend of Performance Art (Appleton, 1996)
4.1.5 Trend of Technology Art
4.1.6 Trend of Installation Art
4.1.7 Trend of Abstraction Art (Livneva, n.d.)
4.2 Contemporary Interior Architecture Design (Richard Meier and Partners Architects, 1997)
4.2.1 Pioneers of Future Design
4.3 Hi-Tech Design
4.3.1 Architecture Technology Design
4.3.2 Postmodernism Design
4.3.3 Late-Modernism Design
4.4 The Revival of Tradition
4.5 Deconstructivism (Deconstructivism—New World Encyclopedia, n.d.)
4.6 New Trend of Bioclimatic Design
5 Designing Cultural Spaces and Elements of Architecture Design
5.1 Interior Architecture Design Best Practice Considerations
5.2 Importance of Interior Design Elements to Culture Spaces (Griffiths, 2011)
5.2.1 Ceilings
5.2.2 Furniture and Partitions
5.2.3 Lighting (GmbH, n.d.)
5.2.4 Colors
5.2.5 Basic Materials
5.2.6 Hi-Tech Interior Materials in Designing Cultural Spaces
6 Selective Case Studies
7 “The Bibliotheca Alexandrina—BA” (Egypt) (SSH—Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center, n.d.)
7.1 “Cultural Center of Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad” (Kuwait) (SSH—Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center, n.d.)
7.2 “Vennesla Library and Cultural Center” (Norway)
7.3 “Outma Sqilx’w Cultural School” (Canada) (Hildebrand, 2013)
7.4 Heydar Aliyev Center—Baku, Azerbaijan (Zaha Hadid, 2013)
8 Research Findings and Recommendations
9 Conclusion
Alphabetical References
4 Why Does Revenge Challenge Conservators More Than Avaton?
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Laurenson’s Proposition for Installations: A Continuum Between Sculpture and Music
2.1 Unique Objects
2.2 State Versus Identity
2.3 Back to the Cases
3 Goodman’s Distinctions
3.1 Autographic Versus Allographic
3.2 One-Stage and Two-Stage
4 Considering Architecture
4.1 Autographic Versus Allographic: An In-Between Position
4.2 Collective Conventions
4.3 Restoration
4.4 Site-Specificity
4.5 Back to the Cases
5 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Branding Cities Through Their Identities
5 Quest for Latent Habitats
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Invisible Cities
3 Invisible Cities of Lahore
4 Conclusion
References
6 Travel Literature Illustrations and Topography and Their Role in Documenting the Islamic Arabic Identification and the Geopolitical Alterations of Jerusalem City
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Historical Roots and Geopolitical Alterations of the City of Jerusalem
2.1 Geopolitical Alterations of the City of Jerusalem in Ancient Times
2.2 Geopolitical Alterations of the City of Jerusalem in the Classical Era
3 Jerusalem’s Topographical Illustrations and Maps in the Middle Ages (476-Beginning of 15th Century)
3.1 Manuscripts and Maps of Jerusalem in the Early Islamic Period (640–1099)
3.2 Manuscripts and Maps of Jerusalem During the Crusades (1099–1187)
3.3 Manuscripts and Maps of Jerusalem During the Rule of Mamluks (1260–1517)
4 Jerusalem in the Early Era of Books, Printed Maps and Ottoman Rule
4.1 Illustrations of Printed Travel Literature Books and Maps Under Ottoman Rule (1517–1917)
5 Jerusalem Maps and Book Illustrations During the British Mandate and World War II
6 Conclusions
7 Recommendations
References
7 The Deepground: A Proposed Fourth Layer in Creative Cities to Represent Silent Identities
Abstract
1 Introduction
1.1 Research Aim and Objectives
2 The Interrelationship Between Creativity Divergence, Creative Cities Layers’ Role to Represent Heritage Silent Identity and Heritage Deterioration
2.1 Barriers of Creativity Divergence at the Three Layers of Creative Cities
3 Case Studies
3.1 Case Study Design
3.2 Cases Description
3.3 Cases Analysis
4 Survey Questionnaire Sampling and Analysis
4.1 A Conceptual Framework: Representing Silent Identities in Creative Cities
5 Conclusion
References
Historical Urban Landscapes and the Development of Urban Public Spaces
8 Historic Urban Landscapes and Archaeological Sites: Perspectives and Directions
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Cultural Landscapes
2.1 Evolution of Archaeological Sites
2.2 Evaluation of Landscapes
3 Resource Base of Cultural Landscape
3.1 Value Systems
4 Classification of Landscapes
5 Heritage
6 Delhi Heritage
7 Shahjahanabad (the Walled City of Delhi)
8 Empirical Research and Summary of Key Findings (Professionals)
9 Key Findings (Local People of Shahjahanabad)
10 Conclusion
References
9 Redeveloping the Historic Urban Ensemble: The Case of the King Abdulaziz Historic Center, Arriyadh Saudi Arabia
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Reconstructing the Urban Monument Through Landscape and Site Design
3 Research Aim and Method
3.1 Characterizing Instrumental or Dialogical Approaches in Site Design
3.2 Instrumental and Dialogical Network Design Approaches
3.3 Applied Research Method
4 The King Abdulaziz Historic Center (KAHC), Arriyadh Saudi Arabia
4.1 Problem of Capital Image Formation
4.2 Organization of the Historic Building Ensemble
4.3 Early Site Design Concepts
4.4 Implemented Site and Landscape Design
5 Findings
5.1 Landscape as Mediator in Historic Architecture–Urban Ensemble Regeneration
5.2 Surrounding Urban Context
5.3 Landscape Design in the KAHC
5.4 Movement and Spatial Organization
5.5 Visual Structures Shaping Spatial Perception
5.6 Identity as an Experience of Nature
5.7 Observation of Social Co-presence
6 Conclusion
References
10 The Influence of Public Art in Developing Chinese Urban Public Space: Current Trends and Future Directions
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Research Background
3 Methodology
4 Implication from Study of Public Art in West for China
4.1 Public Art Reflecting Local Identity
4.2 Public Art Engaging with Local Community
4.3 Public Art Representing Local Culture
5 Discussions and Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
11 Reviving the Historical Hajj Route in Old Jeddah
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Research Objectives
3 Methodology and Tools of the Study
4 Literature Review
4.1 Brief History
4.2 The Architectural and Urban Identity of Historic Jeddah
4.3 Sense of Place and Place Attachment
4.4 Protection and Management Requirements
5 Case Study Analysis
5.1 Location
5.2 Existing Conditions
5.3 Existing Conditions Analysis
5.4 Recommendations to Present a Strategy to Revive the Historical Hajj Route
6 Conclusion
References
Heritage Management and Technology
12 Theatrics’ of Urban Open Spaces: Exploring the Metaphorical Sense of Identity of a City’s Heritage
Abstract
1 Overview
2 Contextual Brief
3 Development Character
4 The Genealogy of the City and Its Resilient Nature
4.1 Acknowledging the Existence of the Syntax
4.2 The Problem of Part to Whole
4.3 The Use of Right Analytical Tool Kit
5 Conclusion
References
13 Colonial Railway Station: Heritage that Transformed the Identity of Lahore
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Significance of Built Heritage and Its Role in Giving Identity to the Urban Context
3 Historical Processes that Shape Architectural Identity of the City
4 Transformation of Identity: Railway Station Emerged as New Identity
5 Discussion
6 Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
14 The Power of the Pop up: Creative Engagement and Rediscovering Our Architectural Heritage
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 The Concept of the Pop up
3 Methodological Approach
4 The Case Studies
4.1 Case One: Pop up Museum, Janzour, Libya
4.2 Case Two: Pop up Exhibition, Leiden, the Netherlands
4.3 Case Three: Pop up Architecture, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
5 Findings
6 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
15 Renovation of Nile Cornish and Ancient Touristic Market in Aswan City; Attempt to Solve the Public Transportation Problem
Abstract
1 Introduction
1.1 Research Aim
1.2 Reseaerch Methodology
1.3 City Development Strategic Plans
1.4 Curitiba City—Brazil
1.4.1 Sustainable Urban Planning (Curitiba City)
1.5 Masdar City—Abu Dhabi
1.5.1 Masdar City Transportation Systems
2 Aswan City
2.1 Case Study: Nile Cornish and Ancient Tourist Market
2.1.1 Existing Land Use
2.1.2 Existing Building Heights
2.1.3 Existing Building Conditions
2.1.4 Existing Classification of Roads
2.1.5 Existing Transportations Systems
2.2 Public Questionnaire
2.2.1 Questionnaire Results
3 Upgrading of the Nile Cornish and Touristic Market Proposal
3.1 Proposed Master Plan
3.2 Proposed Land Use
3.3 Proposed Buildings Heights
3.4 Proposed City Roads
3.5 Historical and Archeological Buildings
3.6 Proposed Renewable Energy Usage
3.7 Proposed New Public Transportation Systems (Monorail Pathway)
4 Comparison Between Aswan City Before and After Renovation Processes:
4.1 The Main Result of the Comparison Is
5 Conclusions
References
