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Factors Contributing to Delays in Building Permit Issuance in the Colombo Municipal Council Area: An Administrative Perspective
(2024-09)The Sri Lankan construction sector and its delays has been a common topic both internationally and locally for more than a decade now. Where uncountable amount of researchers and studies roam around the causes of ... -
Analysis of Green Space Recovery of Post Forest Fire: A Case Study in Laggala, Wilgamuwa, Sri Lanka
(2024-09)Alongside human development, natural forests are being simultaneously destroyed. Meanwhile, fires appear to be a major cause of forest damage. Forest fires can result from both human activities and natural factors. Dedicated ... -
An Analysis of Harbor Basin Bathymetry Using Satellite Imagery: A Case Study in Kirinda Fishery Harbor, Sri Lanka
(2024-09)Accurate bathymetric data involves mapping the depth and features of the underwater terrain. Further, bathymetric data can be revealed by effective harbor management, navigation, infrastructure planning, and ... -
Developing Pre-Cast Partition Wall Panels Using Mud-Concrete (MC) Technology
(2024-09)The growing emphasis on sustainable building materials has sparked an interest in earth walling systems. The Mud-Concrete (MC) technology, combining concrete's strength and durability with traditional mud-based ... -
Local Climate Zone Mapping Using World Urban Database and Access Portal Tools: A Study of Colombo City
(2024-09)Urbanization is accelerating worldwide, and Colombo city is no exception, experiencing rapid urban growth and its associated challenges. Urban heat is intensifying significantly, making up-to-date Local Climate ... -
Land Use Change and Its Impact on Urban Flooding: A Case Study on Kandy City Sudden Flood in December 2022
(2024-09)An unexpected flood in Kandy City in December 2022 brought about the investigation into its root cause. The investigation sought to find out the causes of the unusual event as there had never been a flood in the ... -
Analysis of Urban Green Spaces and Potential Expansion to Kandy City, Sri Lanka
(2024-09)Urban Green Spaces (UGS) and its potential expansion are vital for urban cities to enhance the quality of urban living conditions. Recently, many studies have been conducted to identify potential urban expansion. ... -
The Role of Professional Surveyors in the Emerging Trend of Building Information Modelling (BIM)
(2024-09)The Building Information Modelling (BIM) process plays a vital role in the construction industry. It helps in understanding future operations and building maintenance. The main problem identified in this study is the lack ... -
Examining the Impact of Elevation Mask on Atmospheric Delay Errors in GNSS Static Observations
(2024-09)The study aims to investigate the impact of different mask angles on the precision of GNSS static data acquisition and to analyze the correlation between precision and diverse refraction models. The angle of the ... -
Application of Ecotourism Guidelines and Standards in Sri Lankan Resorts with Special Reference to Bolgoda Area
(2024-09)This study investigates the application of ecotourism guidelines and standards in Sri Lankan resorts, with a focus on the Bolgoda area. Ecotourism, aimed at minimizing environmental impacts while promoting conservation and ... -
The Impact of the Built Environment on Psychological Well-being of Battle Casualties in Sri Lankan Rehabilitation Centers
(2024-09)Architecture is a silent maestro that orchestrates human experience, intertwining aesthetics, emotions, and psychological well-being. Resilient warriors returning from the Eelam War carry not only physical wounds ... -
An Application of Terrestrial Laser Scanning for the Inventory of Archaeological Monuments for the Use of Architectural Aspects
(2024-09)This study explores the implication of Terrestrial Laser Scan (TLS) technology in the field of archaeological monument inventory, particularly for architectural utilization. Traditional methods of data collection, ... -
Harnessing Spatial Intelligence in Adopting Net Zero Energy Building Concept to the Residential Buildings in Sri Lanka
(2024-09)The pressing need to address the rising energy demand in residential and high-rise housing developments has become a crucial issue for stakeholders. As the construction industry seeks efficient alternatives to ... -
The Impact of Architecture on the Healing Process of Paediatrics: A Case Study of Lady Ridgeway Hospital in Sri Lanka
(2024-09)Optimal health, encompassing both physical and psychological well-being, is a fundamental goal, with healing as a critical process. This research explores the impact of architectural and landscape design on ... -
Investigating the Reliability of Smartphone LiDAR for Outer Boundary Surveys
(2024-09)The field of land surveying has been influenced by the development of modern technology over the years. Modern instruments have made data collection faster, easier, and more efficient. The surveying instruments ... -
A Study on the Applicability of Bim to Reduce Building Services Maintenance Costs of the Hotel Building Projects in Sri Lanka
(2024-09)This study aims to explore the potential of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in reducing building services maintenance costs for hotel projects in Sri Lanka. This research addresses common issues such as inadequate ... -
Utilizing Digital Twin Technology in Conserving Cultural Heritage within the Built Environment of Sri Lanka
(2024-09)The "digital twin" concept has gained prominence in architecture and construction for maintaining accurate digital representations of physical structures. There is no generalised digital twin system which can be ... -
Impact of Modern Technology on the Quality of Sustainable Construction in the Sri Lankan Construction Industry
(2024-09)The Sri Lankan construction industry, a key driver of national development, is experiencing significant transformation through the integration of modern technologies. This study examines the impact of modern ... -
Interior Design Learners Memory Retention Enhancement Through Virtual Reality
(2024-09)This pilot study as a part of a larger research, seeks alternatives for traditional spatial ability development exercises of interior design learners to cater the increasing staff student ratios. The impact of ... -
Spatial Modeling of Two-Dimensional Road Traffic Noise in Urban Zones: Case Study in Ratnapura Municipal Council
(2024-09)Addressing the global concern of noise pollution emanating from urban motor traffic, this study employed a sound model to assess the noise landscape in the Ratnapura Municipal Council area of Sri Lanka. Field ...