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In recent decades, Doha, the capital of Qatar, has experienced a large-scale transformation due to globalization and rapid economic growth. Recently, these changes have led to a focus on infrastructural development and the launch of the city’s metro project, whose success will depend heavily on Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). TOD focuses on the “3Ds” principles—design, density, and diversity—aiming to create walkable neighborhoods and well-integrated public transportation, with diverse mixed land uses and high-density, sustainable growth. In combining the concepts of livability, sustainable urbanism, and urban sociology, TOD leads to the creation of vibrant and active neighborhoods. The present research project focuses on TOD around Doha’s West Bay metro station, using the city’s central business district as a case study. The aim of this research project is to investigate the existing site conditions of the West Bay area, evaluate them with respect to TOD principles, and then propose a master plan for improved development. The final product of the research project is a proposal with design guidelines that are aimed at increasing the ridership of the West Bay metro station and creating a more attractive and dynamic neighborhood.
Deema Alattar; Raffaello Furlan; Michael Grosvald; Rashid Al-Matwi. West Bay Business District in Doha, State of Qatar: Envisioning a Vibrant Transit-Oriented Development. Designs 2021, 5, 33 .
AMA StyleDeema Alattar, Raffaello Furlan, Michael Grosvald, Rashid Al-Matwi. West Bay Business District in Doha, State of Qatar: Envisioning a Vibrant Transit-Oriented Development. Designs. 2021; 5 (2):33.
Chicago/Turabian StyleDeema Alattar; Raffaello Furlan; Michael Grosvald; Rashid Al-Matwi. 2021. "West Bay Business District in Doha, State of Qatar: Envisioning a Vibrant Transit-Oriented Development." Designs 5, no. 2: 33.
The International Monetary Fund estimates that the Indian economy contributes over 8% to the global gross domestic product (GDP), making India the fifth largest economy in the world. However, the formal and informal sectors do not contribute equally to the national GDP, with over 80% of this total originating from the informal sector. Street vending, among other informal activities in India, is a vital contributor to the informal economy. Many scholars argue that despite the critical influence of physical urban patterns on the practicability and viability of informal activities, urban planners are not providing adequate urban planning policies. Bangalore, the third largest Indian city by population, is the subject of the present case study. Although this city hosts a wide variety of cultures, economies, and lifestyles, 74% of its population can be categorized as working in the informal sector. The goals of this research study are (a) to explore spatial planning in relation to the urban informal sector in Central Bangalore, (b) to identify the physical urban challenges experienced by the city’s street vendors, and (c) to examine the implications of these challenges for the city’s master plan. Through interviews, surveys, and site analysis (mapping), This study elucidates (a) the challenges experienced by the area’s stakeholders (i.e., vendors and buyers), (b) the limited planning of the spatial urban form by urban planners with regard to the accommodation of informal economic activities, and accordingly, (c) the need to implement spatial planning policies and design regulations appropriate to Bangalore’s high-density marketplace.
Shikha Patel; Raffaello Furlan; Michael Grosvald. A Framework for Enhancing the Spatial Urban Form of Informal Economies in India: The Case of Krishna Rajendra Market, Bangalore. SAGE Open 2021, 11, 1 .
AMA StyleShikha Patel, Raffaello Furlan, Michael Grosvald. A Framework for Enhancing the Spatial Urban Form of Informal Economies in India: The Case of Krishna Rajendra Market, Bangalore. SAGE Open. 2021; 11 (2):1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleShikha Patel; Raffaello Furlan; Michael Grosvald. 2021. "A Framework for Enhancing the Spatial Urban Form of Informal Economies in India: The Case of Krishna Rajendra Market, Bangalore." SAGE Open 11, no. 2: 1.
Over the last two decades, Doha, the capital city of Qatar, has undergone rapid urbanization. The city has capitalized large-scale urban and infrastructural projects resulting in a loss of historical areas of heritage value to people. Recent construction of the Doha Metro is opening avenues for place-making of transit towns through a framework envisioned by the need to shape compact, livable and sustainable neighborhoods and to mitigate the effects of urbanization on valuable historical heritage sites. Due to its historic significance, the Qatar National Museum (QNM)-Souq Waqif corridor is the case study selected for exploring and defining a framework for a contextualized place-making transit-oriented development (TOD) model. The research design is structured by reviewing the literature about TODs and the need for place-making model in Qatar, followed by collecting visual data from municipal authorities, through site visits, and site observations. The data are then analyzed to propose a novel masterplan, rooted in key urban design components of place-making. The insights will contribute to proposals for context-driven design strategies to enhance livability of the site and to extend its application to other potential transit hubs in metropolitan Doha and in the Middle East.
Khalida Marthya; Raffaello Furlan; Labeeb Ellath; Maha Esmat; Rashid Al-Matwi. Place-Making of Transit Towns in Qatar: The Case of Qatar National Museum-Souq Waqif Corridor. Designs 2021, 5, 18 .
AMA StyleKhalida Marthya, Raffaello Furlan, Labeeb Ellath, Maha Esmat, Rashid Al-Matwi. Place-Making of Transit Towns in Qatar: The Case of Qatar National Museum-Souq Waqif Corridor. Designs. 2021; 5 (1):18.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKhalida Marthya; Raffaello Furlan; Labeeb Ellath; Maha Esmat; Rashid Al-Matwi. 2021. "Place-Making of Transit Towns in Qatar: The Case of Qatar National Museum-Souq Waqif Corridor." Designs 5, no. 1: 18.
In the past decade, Doha has witnessed fast-urban growth, an increased population rate, and an over-reliance on the automobile as the main mode of urban transportation. These factors caused social and environmental problems related to (1) the loss of a compact urban pattern, (2) an increased level of air pollution (3) high traffic congestions and (4) increasing landscape fragmentation. In consideration of such concerns, The State of Qatar invested large funds into the urban landscape development of Doha, as envisioned by Qatar National Vision 2030. As a result, in the past five years various parks and/or green areas, such MIA Park, a major public green space located around the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), were planned and developed within metropolitan Doha. The authors argue that this park is currently facing issues and challenges related to (1) accessibility to/from the neighboring districts, and (2) connectivity to/from the neighboring parks. Therefore, this research study aims at assessing the existing conditions of MIA Park, at considering the broader city context and, at recommending strategies for implementing MIA Park’s green network system. It approached the investigative challenge using a multi-pronged comprehensive methodology, that deployed focus groups, semi-structured interviews and a comprehensive network analysis based on graph theory. The findings, revealed through these hybrid research tactics, allowed the researchers to generate a framework to enhance accessibility and connectivity of MIA Park through a green network system, planned at inter-related neighborhood-scale and city-scale levels. While the research examines most notably a single case, it is advocated that the proposed framework represents not just an optional feature pertaining to the case in Doha, but a valuable reference for the sustainable master planning of future cities in the State of Qatar and across the GCC. The paper proffers numerous key contributions, including the critical exploration of manufactured landscapes in Doha Qatar and the delineation of broadly applicable environmental design strategies to improve the fabric and livability of cities.
Raffaello Furlan; Brian R. Sinclair. Planning for a neighborhood and city-scale green network system in Qatar: the case of MIA Park. Environment, Development and Sustainability 2021, 23, 14933 -14957.
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Brian R. Sinclair. Planning for a neighborhood and city-scale green network system in Qatar: the case of MIA Park. Environment, Development and Sustainability. 2021; 23 (10):14933-14957.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Brian R. Sinclair. 2021. "Planning for a neighborhood and city-scale green network system in Qatar: the case of MIA Park." Environment, Development and Sustainability 23, no. 10: 14933-14957.
Socio-cultural factors are amongst the most prominent forces that reshape the development of housing in Qatar, namely when considering its vernacular architectural history. The research study uses space syntax analysis supported by other simulation and visualization techniques to examine the extent to which socio-cultural patterns influence the spatial form of traditional Qatari houses. The findings reveal that, despite changes in time and across eras, socio-cultural patterns, namely, (i) privacy, (ii) gender segregation and (iii) hospitality, determine the spatial form of Qatari vernacular houses. Knowledge obtained from this research study contributes to the construction of architectural identity, auspicated to be referred to along the planned strategy for the urban regeneration of the built environment in Qatar (as envisioned through the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030).
Asmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan. The syntax of the Qatari traditional house: privacy, gender segregation and hospitality constructing Qatar architectural identity. Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering 2021, 1 -21.
AMA StyleAsmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi, Raffaello Furlan. The syntax of the Qatari traditional house: privacy, gender segregation and hospitality constructing Qatar architectural identity. Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering. 2021; ():1-21.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAsmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan. 2021. "The syntax of the Qatari traditional house: privacy, gender segregation and hospitality constructing Qatar architectural identity." Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering , no. : 1-21.
Emergent communities have integrated land use and transportation plan based on transit-oriented developments (TODs) and light rail transit with the sole purpose to enliven and redevelop the constructed environment. Doha has undergone some major transformation in urban growth context due to surge in the economy instigated by oil and gas production. It is noticed that the rapid growth has led to negative impacts in terms of urban design, connectivity, and transportation. It is essential to understand the impact of the TOD model with regards to the challenges and approaches in terms of planning procedures and tactics. The purpose of TOD module is to facilitate access for public transportation and to enable transit commutation which is a missing aspect in the current setting. TODs support and enable sustainable urbanism by revitalizing the livability through integration of land use schemes in the city. This paper focuses on bringing together TOD livability approaches within West Bay, the business district of Doha and its adjacent surroundings. The objective of this research is to assess the livability in West Bay with the implementation of the TOD model. The research findings help to revisit the design and application of TOD models and to enhance the livable conditions for its occupants. The finding suggests a design model based on livability, compactness, public realms, walkability, and accessibility.
Sarah M. Al-Thani; Raffaello Furlan. An Integrated Design Strategy for the Urban Regeneration of West Bay, Business District of Doha (State of Qatar). Designs 2020, 4, 55 .
AMA StyleSarah M. Al-Thani, Raffaello Furlan. An Integrated Design Strategy for the Urban Regeneration of West Bay, Business District of Doha (State of Qatar). Designs. 2020; 4 (4):55.
Chicago/Turabian StyleSarah M. Al-Thani; Raffaello Furlan. 2020. "An Integrated Design Strategy for the Urban Regeneration of West Bay, Business District of Doha (State of Qatar)." Designs 4, no. 4: 55.
In a rapidly developing nation such as Qatar, the prime aspect of growth is directed toward delivering social, economic, and environmental coherence in its neighborhood development. Qatar's current fast economic growth and the physical transformation of its built environment compromises social and environmental aspects. However, if applied suitably, these transformations can enhance these compromised aspects while increasing economic prosperity. Such transformations include major urban public transit systems currently under construction for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2030 Qatar National Vision (QNV-2030), which aims to connect the center of Doha to several megaprojects and transit villages around major metro stations. The main goal of projects such as the Doha Metro System is to reduce the number of vehicles on the road networks while providing a “stress-free” transition experience. Therefore, the pursuit of transit-oriented developments (TODs), as part of an integrated transportation and land use strategy, will aid in the revitalization of urban neighborhoods in terms of both social and environmental aspects, while allowing for economic prosperity. The main challenge for urban planners is to design the metro stations and accompanying facilities to be well integrated into the urban context of their surroundings, thus reducing traffic through the design of mixed-use, compact transit villages. This study aims to explore the extent to which the new metro station can be interconnected with the spatial form of the built environment of the Souq Waqif neighborhood. This research study argues that efficient integration of land use with balanced transportation will contribute to creating a more livable environment with reduced automobile dependence while aiding the economic context. The research design includes qualitative data based on theoretical studies to assess the principles of TODs and the extent of further implementations that can be employed for the Souq neighborhood to become a TOD.
Heba O. Tannous; Raffaello Furlan; Mark David Major. Souq Waqif Neighborhood as a Transit-Oriented Development. Journal of Urban Planning and Development 2020, 146, 05020023 .
AMA StyleHeba O. Tannous, Raffaello Furlan, Mark David Major. Souq Waqif Neighborhood as a Transit-Oriented Development. Journal of Urban Planning and Development. 2020; 146 (4):05020023.
Chicago/Turabian StyleHeba O. Tannous; Raffaello Furlan; Mark David Major. 2020. "Souq Waqif Neighborhood as a Transit-Oriented Development." Journal of Urban Planning and Development 146, no. 4: 05020023.
Accessibility indicates the ease of reaching many destinations from many origins in the urban network at various scales of space. It plays an important role in determining the location of public facilities to maximize usability for a large population or limit use to a smaller community. The absence of urban green spaces is a notable consequence of rapid urbanization in many cities around the world. Doha in the State of Qatar is no different, where rapid urban expansion and globalization has a significant impact on the quality and quantity of green spaces available. This paper analyzes the location and size of public parks, promenades, and other green spaces in Doha in terms of their accessibility. Do they follow a discernible spatial logic in terms of their size and accessibility linked to the design intent of public planning policies? The research shows there is spatial and social logic to the physical and spatial characteristics of open green spaces in Doha above a certain size. In contrast, those characteristics in smaller examples tend to be more random, mainly due to issues of land availability and amenity provision in private developments.
Heba O. Tannous; Mark David Major; Raffaello Furlan. Accessibility of green spaces in a metropolitan network using space syntax to objectively evaluate the spatial locations of parks and promenades in Doha, State of Qatar. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening 2020, 58, 126892 .
AMA StyleHeba O. Tannous, Mark David Major, Raffaello Furlan. Accessibility of green spaces in a metropolitan network using space syntax to objectively evaluate the spatial locations of parks and promenades in Doha, State of Qatar. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening. 2020; 58 ():126892.
Chicago/Turabian StyleHeba O. Tannous; Mark David Major; Raffaello Furlan. 2020. "Accessibility of green spaces in a metropolitan network using space syntax to objectively evaluate the spatial locations of parks and promenades in Doha, State of Qatar." Urban Forestry & Urban Greening 58, no. : 126892.
Over the past decade, transit-oriented development (TOD) has been advocated as an applicable urban regeneration planning model to promote the sustainability of cities along with city dwellers’ standards of urban living. On a regional scale, under the directives of the Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV-2030), the Qatar National Development Framework (QNDF-2032), and the strategies for planned mega events, such as the FIFA World Cup 2022, the State of Qatar launched the construction of the Doha Metro, which consists of four lines. This transport system, linking the center of Doha to several transit villages around approximately 100 metro stations, aims at reducing the number of vehicles on the road networks while providing an integrated transportation and land use strategy through the urban regeneration of transit-oriented developments (TODs), providing both social and environmental economic benefits. Among the most significant transit sites within the Doha Metro lines is the Souq Waqif station. This station is a historical–heritage spot that represents a potential socio-cultural site for the creation of a distinctive urban environment. This research study investigates an approach suitable for an urban regeneration planning scheme for the Souq Waqif TOD, aiming at (i) preserving and consolidating the deeply rooted cultural heritage of the historical site and (ii) enhancing the city dwellers’ and/or the community’s standards of urban living. This study aims to explore the applicability of a TOD planning scheme for the new metro station through urban regeneration and land infill in the existing built environment of the Souq. This study contends that the efficient integration of land use with transport systems contributes to shaping an environment with enhanced standards of living for users while supporting social, economic, and environmental factors. The present research design comprises qualitative data based on theoretical studies and site-based analysis to assess (i) the principles of TODs and (ii) the extent to which their application can be employed for the Souq Waqif to become a sustainable TOD.
Raffaello Furlan; Asmaa Al-Mohannadi. An Urban Regeneration Planning Scheme for the Souq Waqif Heritage Site of Doha. Sustainability 2020, 12, 7927 .
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Asmaa Al-Mohannadi. An Urban Regeneration Planning Scheme for the Souq Waqif Heritage Site of Doha. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (19):7927.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Asmaa Al-Mohannadi. 2020. "An Urban Regeneration Planning Scheme for the Souq Waqif Heritage Site of Doha." Sustainability 12, no. 19: 7927.
Architecture and urbanism in the Arabian Gulf region, and specifically in the State of Qatar, offer many scenes to observe the loss of urban identity and cultural heritage in the various components of the built environment, including residential architecture. Many people attribute this to rapid development in globalization and the adoption of Western standardization in planning and design practice. Conversely, in the field of architectural sociology, scholars argue that socio-cultural factors such as privacy, gender segregation, and hospitality are the important variables for determining the spatial form of Islamic residential architecture. This research study aims to investigate the degree to which the shaping of the spatial form in a sample of Qatari vernacular courtyard houses embeds socio-cultural factors based on morphological analysis of human behavior and activities in domestic space. The study utilizes space syntax analysis to explore the spatial connectivity of four Qatari vernacular courtyard houses related to domestic functions as a realization of inhabitants’ system of activities and a manifestation of culture as a way of life. The study’s findings shed light on the spatial formation of Qatari vernacular courtyard houses as a realization of socio-cultural imperatives, thus reflecting the essence of societal formation in the domestic architecture of old Qatari settlements. The insights from this research study can help to contribute to a cultural heritage-framework for the preservation of distinctive Qatari Vernacular Residential Architecture based on the analytical criteria of housing spatial form, socio-cultural factors, and the interrelation between both.
Asmaa Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan; Mark Major. A Cultural Heritage Framework for Preserving Qatari Vernacular Domestic Architecture. Sustainability 2020, 12, 7295 .
AMA StyleAsmaa Al-Mohannadi, Raffaello Furlan, Mark Major. A Cultural Heritage Framework for Preserving Qatari Vernacular Domestic Architecture. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (18):7295.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAsmaa Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan; Mark Major. 2020. "A Cultural Heritage Framework for Preserving Qatari Vernacular Domestic Architecture." Sustainability 12, no. 18: 7295.
In the past two decades, Doha, the capital city of the State of Qatar, has undergone a rapid urban transformation. In 2013 and 2014, the State of Qatar, respectively, initiated the construction of Doha Metro and launched the Qatar National Development Framework (QNDF), an action plan for managing sustainable urban development at national level. Namely, QNDF emphasizes the importance of linking Doha Metro system with urban growth through transit-oriented developments (TODs), a model maximizing the integration between transport systems and land use, through the development of sustainable, vibrant, livable, compact and mixed-use communities. This research study focuses on Al Sadd, a mixed-use neighborhood located in the center of Doha. Al Sadd is considered a significant site for investigating the extent to which the TOD model can contribute to enhance standards of urban living and fostering a long-term urban sustainability. The strategy for monitoring and assessing the potential benefits of the investigated TOD is grounded on the on-site analysis (based on graph theory) of two indices: (1) built environment diversity and density and (2) travel behavior. The revealed comprehensive approach for the urban regeneration of the Al Sadd TOD is based on a framework for enhancing its (1) mixed-used urban fabric and (2) multimodal transportation systems. In turn, the proposed framework provides insights to move incrementally toward interdisciplinary research and governance for TOD in Qatar and in the globalizing GCC, through a long-term sustainability perspective.
Raffaello Furlan; Sara Zaina; Shikha Patel. The urban regeneration’s framework for transit villages in Qatar: the case of Al Sadd in Doha. Environment, Development and Sustainability 2020, 23, 5920 -5936.
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Sara Zaina, Shikha Patel. The urban regeneration’s framework for transit villages in Qatar: the case of Al Sadd in Doha. Environment, Development and Sustainability. 2020; 23 (4):5920-5936.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Sara Zaina; Shikha Patel. 2020. "The urban regeneration’s framework for transit villages in Qatar: the case of Al Sadd in Doha." Environment, Development and Sustainability 23, no. 4: 5920-5936.
Italian migrants, as well as diverse migrant groups, brought with them cultural practices and a way of life, which are nowadays part of the multicultural Australian built environment and society. This research study focuses on the external yards of domestic dwellings built in the late 1980s and early 1990s in Brisbane by the Italian migrants. Namely, it is argued that the external yards of migrants’ houses are embedded by cultural meanings. The research study is of a qualitative nature and, as primary sources of data, uses (1) semi-structured interviews, (2) photo-elicitation interviews and (3) focus group discussion, which were conducted both in Australia with 21st-generation Italian migrants, and in Italy with 10 informants indigenous to the Veneto region, where they built their homes. Visual data about the houses were collected with (4) photographs and drawings. This paper explores the activities occurring inside migrants’ houses in Brisbane, highlighting the meaning of the activities and the settings where these activities are performed. Through the study of these meanings, it is revealed that the various activities are expressions of the culture, as an accepted way of doing things and/or a way of life, of the country of origin of the respondents.
Raffaello Furlan; Laura Faggion. Cultural influences on the yards of Italian migrants’ houses built in Brisbane (Australia). Ethnicities 2020, 20, 1166 -1196.
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Laura Faggion. Cultural influences on the yards of Italian migrants’ houses built in Brisbane (Australia). Ethnicities. 2020; 20 (6):1166-1196.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Laura Faggion. 2020. "Cultural influences on the yards of Italian migrants’ houses built in Brisbane (Australia)." Ethnicities 20, no. 6: 1166-1196.
Over the past two decades, a growing number of communities have pursued light rail transit (LRT) and Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs) as part of an integrated transportation and land use strategy to revitalize and/or regenerate the built environment of worldwide cities. In the past few decades, Doha, the capital city of the State of Qatar, has experienced an extraordinary and rapid urban growth, caused by Post-WWII oil and natural gas production, which has transformed the country's economy. As a result, the State of Qatar has invested large funds into the transformation of Doha's built environment and the construction of major urban public transit systems [i.e., the Doha Metro, the Lusail LRT, and a bus rapid transit (BRT)]. This research study explores the urban development of Qatar National Museum's (QNM) Transit Village (TOD) located along Doha Metro's Gold Line, in the proximity of Doha Cornice, the Museum of Islamic Art and MIA Park. The research study aims to propose a masterplan for the urban regeneration of QNM's transit village, based on a Green Urbanism and TOD design strategy.
Albandari Al-Harami; Raffaello Furlan. Qatar National Museum-Transit oriented development: The masterplan for the urban regeneration of a ‘green TOD’. Journal of Urban Management 2019, 9, 115 -136.
AMA StyleAlbandari Al-Harami, Raffaello Furlan. Qatar National Museum-Transit oriented development: The masterplan for the urban regeneration of a ‘green TOD’. Journal of Urban Management. 2019; 9 (1):115-136.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlbandari Al-Harami; Raffaello Furlan. 2019. "Qatar National Museum-Transit oriented development: The masterplan for the urban regeneration of a ‘green TOD’." Journal of Urban Management 9, no. 1: 115-136.
Purpose West Bay, the Business District of Doha, the capital city of the State of Qatar, is facing an urban regeneration phase due to the construction of the West Bay Central Train Station, a four-storey underground building hosting the intersection of two metro lines – one long-distance train and one people mover. The development of the transit village, or transit-oriented development, is raising concerns related to the need to enhance liveability (as urban quality of life) and sense of place (considering the local cultural identity). The purpose of this paper is to investigate existing urban elements, such as transit stations, as well as their impact on the liveability and identity of the place and to define a comprehensive urban regeneration strategy for the development of the distinctive urban village of West Bay. Design/methodology/approach The analysis and data collection were based on the type of data as tangible aspects which mainly include the physical, and aspects such as diversity, density, connectivity, transportation systems and public realm. Intangible factors are concluded from close and direct site observation, semi-structured in-depth interviews, as a face-to-face type of data collection with key persons in Qatar Rail, the Ministry of the Municipality and public work authorities, where the intangible aspects were briefed by economic aspects, environmental situation, social pattern and human behaviours. After siting the base ground of theoretical knowledge and site condition analysis, the authors identified a group of key factors that respond to the targeted (tangible and intangible) aspects and threats, to propose a design treatment for the site threats and highlighted issues in addition to a group of recommendations and design strategies (Charmaz, 2006; Marshall and Rossman, 2010). Findings From the data analysis of the site and by revisiting the literature review, a group of recommendations are formulated. The authors divided the recommendations into two types according to their method of application. The first is the design approach, where the authors propose integrated design proposals to tackle and solve the highlighted issues from the findings of site analysis (diversity, density, connectivity in addition to economic, social and environmental factors). Meanwhile, the second part represents the systematic recommendations that should be adopted and implemented to enhance the existing situation and form a guideline for further developments. Research limitations/implications This research study could be further expanded to urban planning, urban design, social development and environmental engineering. Urban design and social development chiefly focus on the relationship between built and unbuilt forms with an eye to creating healthy, sustainable communities for current and future generations. Originality/value Because issues of social sustainability and urban design have failed to attract suitable levels of attention from local scholars, gaps have arisen in the research. Accordingly, this research study investigates the relationship between social sustainability and urban design standards in the State of Qatar with an eye to translating theoretical knowledge into applicable principles of urban planning. In doing so, it will help close the gaps in knowledge related to Qatar and GCC countries.
Mahmoud Al Saeed; Raffaello Furlan. Transit-oriented development in West Bay, Business District of Doha, State of Qatar. Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development 2019, 9, 394 -429.
AMA StyleMahmoud Al Saeed, Raffaello Furlan. Transit-oriented development in West Bay, Business District of Doha, State of Qatar. Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development. 2019; 9 (3):394-429.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMahmoud Al Saeed; Raffaello Furlan. 2019. "Transit-oriented development in West Bay, Business District of Doha, State of Qatar." Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development 9, no. 3: 394-429.
Purpose Urban theorists argue that in the post-Second World War period cities faced the increasing development of homogeneous and soullessness urban spaces. This led to the formulation of urban design’s theories for addressing issues of space and place, as a means of correction to the built environment of modern cities. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the significance and authenticity of placemaking for Msheireb, which is the regenerated historic district of Doha in Qatar. Design/methodology/approach Oral and visual data are collected via: interviews with urban planners and consultants from Msheireb Properties and the Ministry of Municipality and Environment; walk-through studies; site visits and observations about the spatial form of buildings, streets and open spaces; on-site interviews; and a survey conducted during the walk-through studies. Findings The findings reveal that the urban regeneration of the historic district – envisioned through a socio-spatial process (public realm) based on conservation (built heritage) and modernization (contemporary architectural language) – contribute to defining the authenticity of placemaking (space and character) of the renewed historic district of Msheireb. Practical implications The insights provided through this research study contribute to the development of a framework for conceiving urban conservation projects in Qatar, which aim to preserve heritage value and revitalize deteriorating districts, to encourage the current trend for decentralization toward the creation of lively and vibrant urban district quarters by promoting a rediscovery of community life and cultural values. Originality/value The identified key factors have made the research original and unique.
Raffaello Furlan; Attilio Petruccioli; Mohuiddin Jamaleddin. The authenticity of place-making. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 2019, 13, 151 -168.
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Attilio Petruccioli, Mohuiddin Jamaleddin. The authenticity of place-making. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research. 2019; 13 (1):151-168.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Attilio Petruccioli; Mohuiddin Jamaleddin. 2019. "The authenticity of place-making." Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 13, no. 1: 151-168.
Doha, the capital of the State of Qatar, has faced enormous economic growth and rapid urban transformation over the last few decades. More recently, this has been accentuated by the construction of major urban public transit systems in the State and a desire to implement the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) model in new developments and/or urban regeneration projects along the new ‘Doha Metro’ rail network. A TOD is a mixed-use area planned to maximize access to public transport and encourage transit ridership. Scholars argue that TODs encourage sustainable urbanism via enhancement of livability by better integrating transportation and land-use strategies in urban form. This makes it critical to better understand the challenges and benefits that TODs offer for models of urbanism in formulating strategies and guidelines for the planning of sustainable settlements. This study focuses on one major new transit hubs in Qatar: West Bay, the waterfront business district of Doha, and its surrounding neighborhood. The aim of the research study is to evaluate the extent to which the new West Bay TOD will impact livability in the district and surrounding neighborhood. The findings provide a guide for the design and implementation of the TOD model in other districts of Doha to enhance livability for residents and citizens.
Raffaello Furlan; Attilio Petruccioli; Mark David Major; Sara Zaina; Samar Zaina; Mahmoud Al Saeed; Dina Saleh. The urban regeneration of west-bay, business district of Doha (State of Qatar): A transit-oriented development enhancing livability. Journal of Urban Management 2018, 8, 126 -144.
AMA StyleRaffaello Furlan, Attilio Petruccioli, Mark David Major, Sara Zaina, Samar Zaina, Mahmoud Al Saeed, Dina Saleh. The urban regeneration of west-bay, business district of Doha (State of Qatar): A transit-oriented development enhancing livability. Journal of Urban Management. 2018; 8 (1):126-144.
Chicago/Turabian StyleRaffaello Furlan; Attilio Petruccioli; Mark David Major; Sara Zaina; Samar Zaina; Mahmoud Al Saeed; Dina Saleh. 2018. "The urban regeneration of west-bay, business district of Doha (State of Qatar): A transit-oriented development enhancing livability." Journal of Urban Management 8, no. 1: 126-144.
Michele Brignole; Angel Moya; Frederik J. De Lange; Jean-Claude Deharo; Perry Elliott; Alessandra Fanciulli; Artur Fedorowski; Raffaello Furlan; Rose Anne Kenny; Alfonso Martiın; Vincent Probst; Matthew J. Reed; Ciara P. Rice; Richard Sutton; Andrea Ungar; J. Gert Van Dijk. 2018 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of syncope. Kardiologia Polska 2018, 76, 1119 -1198.
AMA StyleMichele Brignole, Angel Moya, Frederik J. De Lange, Jean-Claude Deharo, Perry Elliott, Alessandra Fanciulli, Artur Fedorowski, Raffaello Furlan, Rose Anne Kenny, Alfonso Martiın, Vincent Probst, Matthew J. Reed, Ciara P. Rice, Richard Sutton, Andrea Ungar, J. Gert Van Dijk. 2018 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of syncope. Kardiologia Polska. 2018; 76 (8):1119-1198.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMichele Brignole; Angel Moya; Frederik J. De Lange; Jean-Claude Deharo; Perry Elliott; Alessandra Fanciulli; Artur Fedorowski; Raffaello Furlan; Rose Anne Kenny; Alfonso Martiın; Vincent Probst; Matthew J. Reed; Ciara P. Rice; Richard Sutton; Andrea Ungar; J. Gert Van Dijk. 2018. "2018 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of syncope." Kardiologia Polska 76, no. 8: 1119-1198.
This research study explores the Arabian Gulf region’s practice of city planning and design in response to the active forces of globalization. The focused scope of analysis is justified by the commonalities that unite the Arabian Gulf region, among them is the active response to globalization and the rapid urbanization process. Following the coverage of the regional context, an investigation of the city planning and design is presented in the study as a case study approach. Three coastal Arabian Gulf capitals -Abu Dhabi, Doha and Manama- are selected as primary units of analysis, investigating their urban evolution, the recent planning practice and urban development vision. The aim of the research study is to establish a theoretical connection between Gulf cities relying on their commonalities. The hypothesis assumes globalization to create a common urban planning practice based on (A) geopolitical facts, (B) historical evolution of urbanism and (C) the recent urban development trends that shape Gulf capital cities. The findings reveal that the urban practice in the Gulf region has been constantly altered in response to global challenges. New trends of megaprojects and international planning are dominating the urban development and growth of Gulf capital cities, where the knowledge of international expertise is flowing into the local planning practice. Therefore, the future of the urbanism is expected to focus on comprehensiveness, master-planning in the national scale, as well as establishing a regional interconnection as a strategic development vision unifying the whole Arabian Gulf region.
Asmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan. THE PRACTICE OF CITY PLANNING AND DESIGN IN THE GULF REGION: THE CASE OF ABU DHABI, DOHA AND MANAMA. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 2018, 12, 126 -145.
AMA StyleAsmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi, Raffaello Furlan. THE PRACTICE OF CITY PLANNING AND DESIGN IN THE GULF REGION: THE CASE OF ABU DHABI, DOHA AND MANAMA. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research. 2018; 12 (2):126-145.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAsmaa Saleh Al-Mohannadi; Raffaello Furlan. 2018. "THE PRACTICE OF CITY PLANNING AND DESIGN IN THE GULF REGION: THE CASE OF ABU DHABI, DOHA AND MANAMA." Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 12, no. 2: 126-145.
The Post-WWII period witnessed a large immigration flow of Italians towards Australia. This was facilitated by the assisted passage scheme funded by the Italian and Australian governments. Italian migrants, as well as diverse migrant groups, brought with them cultural practices and a way of life, which are nowadays part of the multicultural Australian society. Namely, it is argued that first-generation Italian migrants’ houses are embedded by cultural meanings. Therefore, this research study investigates the symbolic realm of Post-WWII domestic dwellings built by Italian migrants in Brisbane, that is, the various meanings they associated with their homes. The data was collected from focus group discussion and in-depth interviews held at the Italian Club in Newmarket and at the residences of forty Veneto first generation migrants, who migrated to Australia in the Post-WWII period. The collected data has been subjected to thematic and to hermeneutic analysis. This procedure generated a list of various meanings embedded onto migrants’ houses in Brisbane. The revealed findings contribute (1) to explore a historically significant process of Australian domestic architectural development and (2) to expose the symbolic realm preserved into the built environment, which represent the national cultural heritage of Australia.
Laura Faggion; Raffaello Furlan. The Symbolic Realm of Italian Migrants’ POST-WWII HOUSES in Australia. Home Cultures 2017, 14, 213 -236.
AMA StyleLaura Faggion, Raffaello Furlan. The Symbolic Realm of Italian Migrants’ POST-WWII HOUSES in Australia. Home Cultures. 2017; 14 (3):213-236.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLaura Faggion; Raffaello Furlan. 2017. "The Symbolic Realm of Italian Migrants’ POST-WWII HOUSES in Australia." Home Cultures 14, no. 3: 213-236.
In the Post-WWII period, while industrial production in Italy had diminished and millions of people were unemployed, Australia was facing the opposite problem of shortage of labour, due to a rapid agricultural and industrial development. By virtue of the immigration policy adopted by the Australian government in the 1950s, assistance with the cost of migration to Australia was provided to those Italians willing to migrate to Australia. Italian migrants, as well as diverse migrant groups, brought with them cultural practices and a way of life, which are nowadays part of the multicultural Australian built environment and society. This research study focuses on the domestic dwellings built in the late 1980s and early 1990s in Brisbane by the Italian migrants. Namely, it is argued that the façade of migrants’ houses is embedded by cultural meanings. The study is of qualitative nature and as primary sources of data uses (1) semi-structured interviews, (2) photo-elicitation interviews and (3) focus group discussion, which were conducted both in Australia with twenty first-generation Italian migrants, and in Italy with ten informants, indigenous to the Veneto region, where they built their homes. Visual data about the houses was collected with (4) photographs and drawings. The findings reveal that Italian houses are concurrently a physical structure and a set of meanings based on culture: these two components are tied together rather than being separate and distinct. Namely, the Veneto migrants chose two models for the construction of their houses in Brisbane: (1) the rural houses built in the 1970s and 1980s by their ancestors (2) and the villas designed by Andrea Palladio in the 15th century in the Veneto region for noble families.
Laura Faggion; Raffaello Furlan. CULTURAL MEANINGS EMBEDDED IN THE FAÇADE OF ITALIAN MIGRANTS’ HOUSES IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 2017, 11, 119 -137.
AMA StyleLaura Faggion, Raffaello Furlan. CULTURAL MEANINGS EMBEDDED IN THE FAÇADE OF ITALIAN MIGRANTS’ HOUSES IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA. Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research. 2017; 11 (1):119-137.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLaura Faggion; Raffaello Furlan. 2017. "CULTURAL MEANINGS EMBEDDED IN THE FAÇADE OF ITALIAN MIGRANTS’ HOUSES IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA." Archnet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 11, no. 1: 119-137.