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description Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal , Other literature type , Part of book or chapter of book 2017 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Nan Ma;
Hing-wah Chau;
Hing-wah Chau
Hing-wah Chau in OpenAIREJin Zhou;
Jin Zhou
Jin Zhou in OpenAIREMasa Noguchi;
Masa Noguchi
Masa Noguchi in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su9122172
handle: 11343/212472
Humans relate to the living environment physically and psychologically. Environmental psychology has a rich developed history while experience design emerged recently in the industrial design domain. Nonetheless, these approaches have barely been merged, understood or implemented in architectural design practices. This study explored the correlation between experience design and environmental psychology. Moreover, it conducted literature reviews on theories about emotion, user experience design, experience design and environmental psychology, followed by the analyses of spatial settings and environmental quality data of a selected aged care facility in Victoria, Australia, as a case study. Accordingly, this study led to proposing a research framework on environmental experience design (EXD). It can be defined as a deliberate attempt that affiliates experience design and environmental psychology with creation of the built environment that should accommodate user needs and demands. The EXD research framework proposed in this study was tailored for transforming related design functions into the solutions that contribute to improving the built environment for user health and wellbeing.
Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2017License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/12/2172/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteThe University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2017Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal , Other literature type , Part of book or chapter of book 2017 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Nan Ma;
Hing-wah Chau;
Hing-wah Chau
Hing-wah Chau in OpenAIREJin Zhou;
Jin Zhou
Jin Zhou in OpenAIREMasa Noguchi;
Masa Noguchi
Masa Noguchi in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su9122172
handle: 11343/212472
Humans relate to the living environment physically and psychologically. Environmental psychology has a rich developed history while experience design emerged recently in the industrial design domain. Nonetheless, these approaches have barely been merged, understood or implemented in architectural design practices. This study explored the correlation between experience design and environmental psychology. Moreover, it conducted literature reviews on theories about emotion, user experience design, experience design and environmental psychology, followed by the analyses of spatial settings and environmental quality data of a selected aged care facility in Victoria, Australia, as a case study. Accordingly, this study led to proposing a research framework on environmental experience design (EXD). It can be defined as a deliberate attempt that affiliates experience design and environmental psychology with creation of the built environment that should accommodate user needs and demands. The EXD research framework proposed in this study was tailored for transforming related design functions into the solutions that contribute to improving the built environment for user health and wellbeing.
Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2017License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/12/2172/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteThe University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2017Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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more_vert Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2017License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/12/2172/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteThe University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2017Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2023 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey;
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Brindha Ramasubramanian;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREAs most people spend their days indoors, it is indeed important that buildings provide residents with a higher standard of health, convenience, and safety. As a result, many practices are implemented into buildings to improve the comfort of occupants, particularly thermal comfort; nevertheless, the energy required to run and maintain these applications is a significant constraint. Renewable energy sources offer alternative solutions to energy demand problems, and selecting the best renewable energy sources is crucial. In this article, we examine the health and well-being advantages to the occupants, as well as the surrounding environment, of a variety of novel strategies that may be integrated into buildings to increase occupants’ thermal comfort for conventional practices using solar power. The key discoveries explored in this article include daylighting, passive ventilation, thermal applications, cooling applications, and power generation. For this, the information was gathered by a systematic review of the relevant prior literature. In addition, the detrimental effects of existing practices on the health and well-being of residents and the environment are included. While there are still some practical obstacles to overcome in the extraction of solar energy, the technology exists. Potential future obstacles to the broad acceptance and usage of solar energy systems in buildings are highlighted, as well as possible solutions.
Architecture arrow_drop_down ArchitectureOther literature type . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2673-8945/3/2/13/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteVU Research RepositoryArticle . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/45852/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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more_vert Architecture arrow_drop_down ArchitectureOther literature type . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2673-8945/3/2/13/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteVU Research RepositoryArticle . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/45852/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2023 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey;
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Brindha Ramasubramanian;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREAs most people spend their days indoors, it is indeed important that buildings provide residents with a higher standard of health, convenience, and safety. As a result, many practices are implemented into buildings to improve the comfort of occupants, particularly thermal comfort; nevertheless, the energy required to run and maintain these applications is a significant constraint. Renewable energy sources offer alternative solutions to energy demand problems, and selecting the best renewable energy sources is crucial. In this article, we examine the health and well-being advantages to the occupants, as well as the surrounding environment, of a variety of novel strategies that may be integrated into buildings to increase occupants’ thermal comfort for conventional practices using solar power. The key discoveries explored in this article include daylighting, passive ventilation, thermal applications, cooling applications, and power generation. For this, the information was gathered by a systematic review of the relevant prior literature. In addition, the detrimental effects of existing practices on the health and well-being of residents and the environment are included. While there are still some practical obstacles to overcome in the extraction of solar energy, the technology exists. Potential future obstacles to the broad acceptance and usage of solar energy systems in buildings are highlighted, as well as possible solutions.
Architecture arrow_drop_down ArchitectureOther literature type . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2673-8945/3/2/13/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteVU Research RepositoryArticle . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/45852/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal 2021 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Elmira Jamei;
Khatereh Ahmadi;Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing Wah Chau;
Hing Wah Chau
Hing Wah Chau in OpenAIREMehdi Seyedmahmoudian;
+2 AuthorsMehdi Seyedmahmoudian
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Khatereh Ahmadi;Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing Wah Chau;
Hing Wah Chau
Hing Wah Chau in OpenAIREMehdi Seyedmahmoudian;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian in OpenAIREBen Horan;
Ben Horan
Ben Horan in OpenAIREAlex Stojcevski;
Alex Stojcevski
Alex Stojcevski in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su13105731
handle: 11343/280655 , 1959.3/461449
Physical activity is connected to public health in many ways, and walking is its most popular form. Modern planning models have been applied to cities to manage rapid urban expansions. However, this practice has led to low level of walkability and strong car-dependency in today’s cities. Hence, this study aims to provide a review of the most promising urban design parameters affecting walkability, using Frank Lawrence’s theory of “Objectively Measured Urban Form” (density, connectivity and accessibility, and mixed-use development) as the basis of discussion. The second part of this paper takes a case study approach, through discussing the main design elements of traditional Iranian cities (mosques, bazaars, residential quarters, and alleyways) and analyses their impacts on promoting walkability. This study concludes that incorporating inherent values of traditional urban design elements will complement modern planning and design practices.
The University of Me... arrow_drop_down The University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: http://hdl.handle.net/11343/280655Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)VU Research RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/42103/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)Swinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euAccess RoutesGreen gold 29 citations 29 popularity Top 10% influence Top 10% impulse Top 10% Powered by BIP!
more_vert The University of Me... arrow_drop_down The University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: http://hdl.handle.net/11343/280655Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)VU Research RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/42103/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)Swinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal 2021 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Elmira Jamei;
Khatereh Ahmadi;Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing Wah Chau;
Hing Wah Chau
Hing Wah Chau in OpenAIREMehdi Seyedmahmoudian;
+2 AuthorsMehdi Seyedmahmoudian
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Khatereh Ahmadi;Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREHing Wah Chau;
Hing Wah Chau
Hing Wah Chau in OpenAIREMehdi Seyedmahmoudian;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian in OpenAIREBen Horan;
Ben Horan
Ben Horan in OpenAIREAlex Stojcevski;
Alex Stojcevski
Alex Stojcevski in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su13105731
handle: 11343/280655 , 1959.3/461449
Physical activity is connected to public health in many ways, and walking is its most popular form. Modern planning models have been applied to cities to manage rapid urban expansions. However, this practice has led to low level of walkability and strong car-dependency in today’s cities. Hence, this study aims to provide a review of the most promising urban design parameters affecting walkability, using Frank Lawrence’s theory of “Objectively Measured Urban Form” (density, connectivity and accessibility, and mixed-use development) as the basis of discussion. The second part of this paper takes a case study approach, through discussing the main design elements of traditional Iranian cities (mosques, bazaars, residential quarters, and alleyways) and analyses their impacts on promoting walkability. This study concludes that incorporating inherent values of traditional urban design elements will complement modern planning and design practices.
The University of Me... arrow_drop_down The University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: http://hdl.handle.net/11343/280655Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)VU Research RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/42103/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)Swinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euAccess RoutesGreen gold 29 citations 29 popularity Top 10% influence Top 10% impulse Top 10% Powered by BIP!
more_vert The University of Me... arrow_drop_down The University of Melbourne: Digital RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: http://hdl.handle.net/11343/280655Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)VU Research RepositoryArticle . 2021License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/42103/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)Swinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2023 AustraliaPublisher:Elsevier BV Authors:Majed Abuseif;
Elmira Jamei;Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eu16 citations 16 popularity Top 10% influence Average impulse Top 10% Powered by BIP!
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2023 AustraliaPublisher:Elsevier BV Authors:Majed Abuseif;
Elmira Jamei;Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2022 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Shiran Geng;
Shiran Geng
Shiran Geng in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREZora Vrcelj;
Zora Vrcelj
Zora Vrcelj in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su141912701
Melbourne’s Chinatown is the oldest in Australia. A large amount of research on this unique ethnic enclave has been conducted to elucidate its formation history, heritage significance, cultural influence and architectural features. However, the discussion of the precinct’s spatial characteristics remains mostly marginalised. As a heritage precinct in the centre of an urban grid form, the precinct offers a unique spatial experience to its visitors. To better fathom the street layout of the area, three objectives are addressed in this study, including understanding: (1) the precinct’s street network in the grid system, (2) the visibility relationship within the precinct and (3) the relationship between buildings and streets. A joint methodology framework is established to fulfil the research objectives by incorporating space syntax methods and field observation. The findings facilitate policymakers and planners in understanding the precinct’s unique street layout and making relevant preservation decisions. Further studies are encouraged to scrutinise other spatial and urban characteristics of the precinct and test the proposed methodology.
Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2022License: CC BYData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteVU Research RepositoryArticle . 2022License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/46278/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.euAccess RoutesGreen gold 17 citations 17 popularity Top 10% influence Average impulse Top 10% Powered by BIP!
more_vert Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2022License: CC BYData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteVU Research RepositoryArticle . 2022License: CC BYFull-Text: https://vuir.vu.edu.au/46278/Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2022 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Shiran Geng;
Shiran Geng
Shiran Geng in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREZora Vrcelj;
Zora Vrcelj
Zora Vrcelj in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su141912701
Melbourne’s Chinatown is the oldest in Australia. A large amount of research on this unique ethnic enclave has been conducted to elucidate its formation history, heritage significance, cultural influence and architectural features. However, the discussion of the precinct’s spatial characteristics remains mostly marginalised. As a heritage precinct in the centre of an urban grid form, the precinct offers a unique spatial experience to its visitors. To better fathom the street layout of the area, three objectives are addressed in this study, including understanding: (1) the precinct’s street network in the grid system, (2) the visibility relationship within the precinct and (3) the relationship between buildings and streets. A joint methodology framework is established to fulfil the research objectives by incorporating space syntax methods and field observation. The findings facilitate policymakers and planners in understanding the precinct’s unique street layout and making relevant preservation decisions. Further studies are encouraged to scrutinise other spatial and urban characteristics of the precinct and test the proposed methodology.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2023 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey;
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Mohamed Mahusoon Fathima Sumaiya;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIRECheuk Yin Wai;
+2 AuthorsCheuk Yin Wai
Cheuk Yin Wai in OpenAIREAbdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey;
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Mohamed Mahusoon Fathima Sumaiya;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIRECheuk Yin Wai;
Cheuk Yin Wai
Cheuk Yin Wai in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
Nitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su151410767
The globe is at a crossroads in terms of the urban heat island effect, with rising surface temperatures due to urbanization and an expanding built environment. This cause-and-effect connection may be linked to weather-related dangers, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks. Urbanization and industrialization will not lead to a secure and sustainable future. Finding solutions to problems such as the heat island effect is at the forefront of scientific research and policy development. Sustainable ways to decrease urban heat island impacts are a core principle for urban planners. This literature study examines the benefits of adding green infrastructure and sustainable materials in built-up areas to reduce the urban heat island effect. Materials such as reflective street pavements, coating materials including light-colored paint, phase-change materials, color-changing paint, fluorescence paint, and energy-efficient appliances are considered sustainable materials, whereas green infrastructure like green roofs, green walls, green parking and pavements, and shaded streets are considered to mitigate the urban heat island effect. The hurdles to the widespread adoption of such practices include a lack of governmental legislation, insufficient technological development, an erroneous estimation of economic gains, and unwillingness on the part of impacted parties.
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Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Mohamed Mahusoon Fathima Sumaiya;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIRECheuk Yin Wai;
+2 AuthorsCheuk Yin Wai
Cheuk Yin Wai in OpenAIREAbdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey;
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey
Abdul Munaf Mohamed Irfeey in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Mohamed Mahusoon Fathima Sumaiya;Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIRECheuk Yin Wai;
Cheuk Yin Wai
Cheuk Yin Wai in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
Nitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su151410767
The globe is at a crossroads in terms of the urban heat island effect, with rising surface temperatures due to urbanization and an expanding built environment. This cause-and-effect connection may be linked to weather-related dangers, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks. Urbanization and industrialization will not lead to a secure and sustainable future. Finding solutions to problems such as the heat island effect is at the forefront of scientific research and policy development. Sustainable ways to decrease urban heat island impacts are a core principle for urban planners. This literature study examines the benefits of adding green infrastructure and sustainable materials in built-up areas to reduce the urban heat island effect. Materials such as reflective street pavements, coating materials including light-colored paint, phase-change materials, color-changing paint, fluorescence paint, and energy-efficient appliances are considered sustainable materials, whereas green infrastructure like green roofs, green walls, green parking and pavements, and shaded streets are considered to mitigate the urban heat island effect. The hurdles to the widespread adoption of such practices include a lack of governmental legislation, insufficient technological development, an erroneous estimation of economic gains, and unwillingness on the part of impacted parties.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal 2021 AustraliaPublisher:Elsevier BV Authors: Jamei, Elmira;Chau, Hing Wah;
Seyedmahmoudian, Mehdi;Chau, Hing Wah
Chau, Hing Wah in OpenAIREStojcevski, Alex;
Stojcevski, Alex
Stojcevski, Alex in OpenAIREThe combined trends of urban heat island (UHI) intensification and global warming led to an increased tendency towards on the greening of cities as a tool for UHI mitigation. Our study examines the range of research approaches and findings regarding the role of green roofs in mitigating urban heat and enhancing human comfort. This review provides an overview of 89 studies conducted in three main climate types (hot-humid, temperate, and dry), from 2000 till 2020. All of the reviewed studies confirm the cooling effect of green roofs and its contribution to reduced heat island intensity regardless of the background climatic condition. However, dry climate has the highest (3 °C) median cooling effect of green roofs among all the climates investigated. Hot-humid climate presents the lowest cooling potential (median = 1 °C) of green roofs among all the climate types. Moreover, green roofs contribute a median surface temperature reduction of 30 °C in hot-humid cities. This value is relatively low for temperate climates (28 °C). Notably, no study has examined the impact of green roofs on surface temperature reduction in dry climates. This review can benefit urban planners and various stakeholders.
The Science of The T... arrow_drop_down The Science of The Total EnvironmentArticle . 2021 . Peer-reviewedLicense: Elsevier TDMData sources: CrossrefSwinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eu94 citations 94 popularity Top 1% influence Top 10% impulse Top 1% Powered by BIP!
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Journal 2021 AustraliaPublisher:Elsevier BV Authors: Jamei, Elmira;Chau, Hing Wah;
Seyedmahmoudian, Mehdi;Chau, Hing Wah
Chau, Hing Wah in OpenAIREStojcevski, Alex;
Stojcevski, Alex
Stojcevski, Alex in OpenAIREThe combined trends of urban heat island (UHI) intensification and global warming led to an increased tendency towards on the greening of cities as a tool for UHI mitigation. Our study examines the range of research approaches and findings regarding the role of green roofs in mitigating urban heat and enhancing human comfort. This review provides an overview of 89 studies conducted in three main climate types (hot-humid, temperate, and dry), from 2000 till 2020. All of the reviewed studies confirm the cooling effect of green roofs and its contribution to reduced heat island intensity regardless of the background climatic condition. However, dry climate has the highest (3 °C) median cooling effect of green roofs among all the climates investigated. Hot-humid climate presents the lowest cooling potential (median = 1 °C) of green roofs among all the climate types. Moreover, green roofs contribute a median surface temperature reduction of 30 °C in hot-humid cities. This value is relatively low for temperate climates (28 °C). Notably, no study has examined the impact of green roofs on surface temperature reduction in dry climates. This review can benefit urban planners and various stakeholders.
The Science of The T... arrow_drop_down The Science of The Total EnvironmentArticle . 2021 . Peer-reviewedLicense: Elsevier TDMData sources: CrossrefSwinburne University of Technology: Swinburne Research BankArticle . 2021Data sources: Bielefeld Academic Search Engine (BASE)add ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2025Publisher:MDPI AG Authors:Hing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREShiran Geng;
Shiran Geng
Shiran Geng in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/land14050961
Urbanisation has resulted in significant environmental challenges, particularly the phenomenon of urban overheating, with a significant increase in temperatures in urban environments. To tackle the adverse impact of urban overheating, the implementation of green infrastructure (GI) has been considered particularly effective. Although there are various benefits of GI for sustainable urban management, its widespread implementation faces numerous challenges. To effectively scale up the deployment of GI, it is crucial to develop political and institutional frameworks that are both responsive and adaptable to the evolving complexities inherent in human–nature interactions. The barriers to implementation are not merely technical but also embedded in organisational norms, social practices, and governance systems, which makes them particularly difficult to overcome. This paper identifies five key categories of barriers: technical limitations, financial impediments, regulatory constraints, weak political leadership, and governance and coordination challenges. Through a targeted literature review and a detailed case study of Melbourne, the paper explores the city’s primary greening initiatives and examines how these barriers have influenced implementation. By linking specific policy responses to each barrier, this study provides new insights into the institutional and policy dynamics affecting GI adoption. The findings offer lessons for other cities seeking to better implement nature-based solutions through integrated and scalable GI strategies.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2025Publisher:MDPI AG Authors:Hing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREShiran Geng;
Shiran Geng
Shiran Geng in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/land14050961
Urbanisation has resulted in significant environmental challenges, particularly the phenomenon of urban overheating, with a significant increase in temperatures in urban environments. To tackle the adverse impact of urban overheating, the implementation of green infrastructure (GI) has been considered particularly effective. Although there are various benefits of GI for sustainable urban management, its widespread implementation faces numerous challenges. To effectively scale up the deployment of GI, it is crucial to develop political and institutional frameworks that are both responsive and adaptable to the evolving complexities inherent in human–nature interactions. The barriers to implementation are not merely technical but also embedded in organisational norms, social practices, and governance systems, which makes them particularly difficult to overcome. This paper identifies five key categories of barriers: technical limitations, financial impediments, regulatory constraints, weak political leadership, and governance and coordination challenges. Through a targeted literature review and a detailed case study of Melbourne, the paper explores the city’s primary greening initiatives and examines how these barriers have influenced implementation. By linking specific policy responses to each barrier, this study provides new insights into the institutional and policy dynamics affecting GI adoption. The findings offer lessons for other cities seeking to better implement nature-based solutions through integrated and scalable GI strategies.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2021 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors: Gaurangi Sen;Hing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMuhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq;
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
+1 AuthorsNitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREGaurangi Sen;Hing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMuhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq;
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
Nitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREAnne W. M. Ng;
Anne W. M. Ng
Anne W. M. Ng in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su14010222
handle: 11343/309067
Universities and higher education institutions play an important role in achieving a sustainable future through their teaching and by undertaking cutting edge research to combat climate change. There have been several efforts towards a sustainable future and achieving carbon neutrality at higher education institutions in Australia and around the world. This study has reviewed the sustainability strategies of numerous universities in Australia and has identified as study cases six universities that are committed to and leading the implementation of initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality. The initiatives implemented at the selected universities were classified into eight “sustainability categories”, namely, built environment, energy, food and gardens, GHG emissions, natural environment, resource and waste management, transport, and water. Among the selected leading universities in sustainability, Charles Sturt University and the University of Tasmania (UTAS) are the only universities in Australia certified as carbon neutral. An interesting aspect of this review is the way in which universities are implementing sustainability initiatives in line with their mission and strategies. Despite striving towards the same end goal of achieving carbon neutrality, different institutions offer individually unique approaches towards sustainability. For example, UTAS values the creation, expansion and dissemination of knowledge and the promotion of continual learning, which is clearly demonstrated through its initiatives and policies. The findings in this review are critical in identifying those institutions of higher education which are role models in their strong commitment to achieving carbon neutrality. Such role model universities can pave the way for similar climate action at other universities.
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Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMuhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq;
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
+1 AuthorsNitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREGaurangi Sen;Hing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREMuhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq;
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq
Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman Tariq in OpenAIRENitin Muttil;
Nitin Muttil
Nitin Muttil in OpenAIREAnne W. M. Ng;
Anne W. M. Ng
Anne W. M. Ng in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su14010222
handle: 11343/309067
Universities and higher education institutions play an important role in achieving a sustainable future through their teaching and by undertaking cutting edge research to combat climate change. There have been several efforts towards a sustainable future and achieving carbon neutrality at higher education institutions in Australia and around the world. This study has reviewed the sustainability strategies of numerous universities in Australia and has identified as study cases six universities that are committed to and leading the implementation of initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality. The initiatives implemented at the selected universities were classified into eight “sustainability categories”, namely, built environment, energy, food and gardens, GHG emissions, natural environment, resource and waste management, transport, and water. Among the selected leading universities in sustainability, Charles Sturt University and the University of Tasmania (UTAS) are the only universities in Australia certified as carbon neutral. An interesting aspect of this review is the way in which universities are implementing sustainability initiatives in line with their mission and strategies. Despite striving towards the same end goal of achieving carbon neutrality, different institutions offer individually unique approaches towards sustainability. For example, UTAS values the creation, expansion and dissemination of knowledge and the promotion of continual learning, which is clearly demonstrated through its initiatives and policies. The findings in this review are critical in identifying those institutions of higher education which are role models in their strong commitment to achieving carbon neutrality. Such role model universities can pave the way for similar climate action at other universities.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2023 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Elmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREGokul Thirunavukkarasu;
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian; +3 AuthorsMajed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREGokul Thirunavukkarasu;
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian;Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIRESaad Mekhilef;
Saad Mekhilef
Saad Mekhilef in OpenAIREAlex Stojcevski;
Alex Stojcevski
Alex Stojcevski in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
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Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/land12122105
handle: 1959.3/476557
Green roofs are increasingly recognised as a crucial urban solution, addressing climate change, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable architecture in densely populated areas. In this manuscript, the research study delves into the influence of green roofs on energy consumption, focusing on the Treasury Place building in Melbourne, Australia. The utilisation of DesignBuilder and EnergyPlus simulations was explored. Various green roof parameters such as the Leaf Area Index (LAI), plant height, soil moisture, and tree coverage were optimised and compared against base case scenarios. The key findings indicate an optimal LAI of 1.08 for maximum energy savings, with diminishing returns beyond an LAI of 2.5. The soil moisture content was most effective, around 50%, while a plant height of approximately 0.33 m optimised energy reduction. The introduction of 50% canopy tree coverage provided temperature regulation, but increased soil moisture due to trees and their influence on wind flow had an adverse energy impact. These results emphasise the necessity for precise green roof representation and parameter optimisation for maximum energy efficiency. This research offers essential insights for those in urban planning and building design, endorsing green roofs as a pivotal solution for sustainable urban environments.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 2023 AustraliaPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Elmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREGokul Thirunavukkarasu;
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian; +3 AuthorsMajed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIREElmira Jamei;
Elmira Jamei
Elmira Jamei in OpenAIREGokul Thirunavukkarasu;
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu
Gokul Thirunavukkarasu in OpenAIREMajed Abuseif;
Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian;Majed Abuseif
Majed Abuseif in OpenAIRESaad Mekhilef;
Saad Mekhilef
Saad Mekhilef in OpenAIREAlex Stojcevski;
Alex Stojcevski
Alex Stojcevski in OpenAIREHing-Wah Chau;
Hing-Wah Chau
Hing-Wah Chau in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/land12122105
handle: 1959.3/476557
Green roofs are increasingly recognised as a crucial urban solution, addressing climate change, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable architecture in densely populated areas. In this manuscript, the research study delves into the influence of green roofs on energy consumption, focusing on the Treasury Place building in Melbourne, Australia. The utilisation of DesignBuilder and EnergyPlus simulations was explored. Various green roof parameters such as the Leaf Area Index (LAI), plant height, soil moisture, and tree coverage were optimised and compared against base case scenarios. The key findings indicate an optimal LAI of 1.08 for maximum energy savings, with diminishing returns beyond an LAI of 2.5. The soil moisture content was most effective, around 50%, while a plant height of approximately 0.33 m optimised energy reduction. The introduction of 50% canopy tree coverage provided temperature regulation, but increased soil moisture due to trees and their influence on wind flow had an adverse energy impact. These results emphasise the necessity for precise green roof representation and parameter optimisation for maximum energy efficiency. This research offers essential insights for those in urban planning and building design, endorsing green roofs as a pivotal solution for sustainable urban environments.
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