Due to rapid urbanization and an increase in mental health issues in urban populations,
urban green spaces (UGS) design needs to be optimized to meet mental health and well …

The objective of this study was to investigate how gender differentiates the perception of
safety in urban parks. Gender was recognized in relation to selected, most important factors …

The presence of dense vegetation in a park, its topography and the presence of people are
elements of Appleton's prospect-refuge theory and can affect the level of safety and privacy …

Globally, there is a rapid development of urban heat island (UHI) detection tools, and their
results can be accepted regardless of their accuracy in measuring the real impact of the …

Permanent forest reserves (PFR) in urban areas are an integral aspect of the urban forest
concept and the basis of a city's green infrastructure. The preservation of natural forests in …

Social interaction is a crucial aspect of social sustainability, aiming to improve quality of life.
However, the emergence of gated communities in Egypt has shifted priorities, prioritizing …

Urban parks and gardens are where people go to reconnect with nature and destress. But
do they all provide the same benefits or are some better than others? What specific attributes …

The retaining wall is a passive engineering measure to prevent and control unsafe factors
caused by rock collapse in the valleys. Existing studies have mainly focused on its functional …

Creating safe environments is a necessity within urban planning. In each element of the
urban planning process, it is essential to reflect upon how the proposed plans can affect …

Piloti-style is an important architectural style that has long existed in various cultures. It is
worth noting that such Pilot-style architecture exists in all cultures in different geographical …