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Absurdity In Human Architecture Between Healing And Illness, Tuqa Mahmood Hameed, Ibrahim Jawad Al-Yousif Apr 2026

Absurdity In Human Architecture Between Healing And Illness, Tuqa Mahmood Hameed, Ibrahim Jawad Al-Yousif

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Despite the evolution of architecture throughout the ages, it still exhibits a clear contrast between order and chaos, where ideas and forms intertwine to produce a diversity of outcomes between creativity and failure, healing and illness. This contrast highlights the presence of absurdity in contemporary architectural projects, serving as a rhetorical tool that challenges architectural conventions and expands the boundaries of human reason by presenting innovative solutions. Accordingly, the research problem is represented by the lack of a comprehensive understanding of the role of absurdity in shaping human architecture. The aim of the research was to reveal the role of …

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Sustainable Heritage Tourism And Its Role In Achieving Urban Development In Historical Sites (The Historical City Center Of Erbil As A Case Study), Ghassan Hasan Hmmoud, Younis Saleem, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori Apr 2026

Sustainable Heritage Tourism And Its Role In Achieving Urban Development In Historical Sites (The Historical City Center Of Erbil As A Case Study), Ghassan Hasan Hmmoud, Younis Saleem, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Sustainable heritage tourism has emerged as an important driver of growth. It emphasizes communication and sustainability and plays a pivotal role in the protection of these historical areas. This research aims to highlight the significant role of sustainable heritage tourism in urban development. The research problem was identified as: What role does sustainable heritage tourism play in the urban development of historical areas, and how is it highlighted at the local level? The historical centre of Erbil will serve as a case study. The findings reveal that tourism significantly influences the urban characteristics of the sites through integration and balance …

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Games In Ludic Architecture: Outdoor Spaces Of School Buildings As A Case Study, Adel Kareem Hamel, Zainab Hussein Rauof, Shamael Mohammed Wajeeh Al Dabbagh Apr 2026

Games In Ludic Architecture: Outdoor Spaces Of School Buildings As A Case Study, Adel Kareem Hamel, Zainab Hussein Rauof, Shamael Mohammed Wajeeh Al Dabbagh

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This research examines the application of game design principles, which enhance user enjoyment during gameplay, in creating engaging educational architectural environments. It focuses on analyzing game components and spatial characteristics that influence user experience. The primary aim is to explore how the relationship between architecture and games can be utilized to design a joyful and interactive school environment, particularly in outdoor spaces. The study highlights the importance of gamification in school architecture, specifically in its external spaces. Through a review of global and local studies, the research identifies the issue of limited understanding regarding the role of game design tools …

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The Impact Of Smart Living On The Efficiency Of The Residential Neighbourhood Al-Narjess Residential City In Basra As A Case Study, Sabaa Mujtaba Abdulwahid, Safaaaldeen Ali, Mohammed Salih Alquraishi Apr 2026

The Impact Of Smart Living On The Efficiency Of The Residential Neighbourhood Al-Narjess Residential City In Basra As A Case Study, Sabaa Mujtaba Abdulwahid, Safaaaldeen Ali, Mohammed Salih Alquraishi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Smart living is one of the key factors directly linked to the efficiency and effectiveness of residential neighbourhoods. This study reviewed previous literature examining the relationship between smart living and neighbourhood efficiency to develop a comprehensive theoretical framework. The research problem was identified as the knowledge gap regarding the impact of smart living on enhancing neighbourhood efficiency and increasing its value within the urban fabric. The study aimed to identify key indicators for achieving smart living, including safety, security, digital supervision, control mechanisms, and the main indicators for neighbourhood efficiency, such as efficient spatial orientation and a pedestrian-oriented smart transportation …

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Ethical Considerations Of Technical Sustainability In Architectural Production, Bilal Hussien Salim, Laheib Ali Abdulhussain Al-Sayigh, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori Apr 2026

Ethical Considerations Of Technical Sustainability In Architectural Production, Bilal Hussien Salim, Laheib Ali Abdulhussain Al-Sayigh, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This research explores the ethical considerations in architecture related to sustainable technologies, focusing on their integration with architectural practice. It identifies the research problem as the limited cognitive perception of ethical roles in sustainable architecture amidst technological advancements. The study aims to clarify both deep and superficial ethical structures in sustainable architectural practice under the use of sustainable technologies. The hypothesis posits that these ethical considerations, alongside their material and intellectual principles, significantly influence architectural outcomes. To address this, a conceptual framework was developed based on previous studies, which outlines two key indicators: deep and superficial ethical structures of technological …

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Eugenics’ Reading Of Architectural Text Between Immanence And Approach (Different Architectural Text As Case Study), Wasan Maki Alrubaiy, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif Apr 2026

Eugenics’ Reading Of Architectural Text Between Immanence And Approach (Different Architectural Text As Case Study), Wasan Maki Alrubaiy, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This research explores the relationship between genetics and architecture, utilising interdisciplinary knowledge to develop a mechanism for interpreting architectural texts. It highlights the inherited architectural features transmitted across generations through architectural "genes." The study addresses the lack of an integrated method for reading architectural texts based on experimentation and proximity. To navigate this issue, the research adopts the hypothesis that "architectural form resembles a language text that can be quoted and interpreted." A review of relevant studies helped establish key governing values, which were applied using the Delphi method to analyze architectural texts and interpret four-reader responses. The research ultimately …

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Achieving Healthy Upbringing Through School Design: A Case Study Of Iraqi School Buildings, Tuqa Abbas Alqari, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Enas Salim Apr 2026

Achieving Healthy Upbringing Through School Design: A Case Study Of Iraqi School Buildings, Tuqa Abbas Alqari, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Enas Salim

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Children worldwide face critical health challenges, including obesity, physical inactivity, poor awareness of healthy lifestyles, and the spread of infectious diseases during the school year, affecting their future well-being. Given the vital role of school buildings in children's development—by providing supportive environments that enhance physical, mental, and social well-being—the concept of "health-promoting schools" has gained research attention. This study reviews global literature to identify key design considerations and indicators for such schools, analyzing successful international models. It also examines the current state of local schools, both existing and newly constructed, along with proposed designs from the Engineering Affairs Unit of …

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Proposed Treatment Strategies For Aging Residential Complexes: Zayouna Residential Complex In Baghdad As A Case Study., Thanaa Hussein Rudaini, Rana Mazin Apr 2026

Proposed Treatment Strategies For Aging Residential Complexes: Zayouna Residential Complex In Baghdad As A Case Study., Thanaa Hussein Rudaini, Rana Mazin

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The rapid development of residential complexes and the renovation of aging areas have become urgent issues in contemporary communities. The complexes built in the 1980s are gradually deteriorating and showing signs of aging, making it challenging to meet residents' needs. This study aims to clarify proactive and curative scenarios for dealing with the aging of residential complexes through treatment strategies and define strategies and mechanisms to be followed according to time frames. This article analyzes the Zayouna Residential Complex in Baghdad as a case study of physical aging, supported by field surveys and interviews. It includes a SWOT matrix and …

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Analysis Of Slums In The City Of Taiz: A Case Study Of The Kalabah And Osifra Areas, Ahmed E Abdulqawi, Maher Abdulqawi Sultan Apr 2026

Analysis Of Slums In The City Of Taiz: A Case Study Of The Kalabah And Osifra Areas, Ahmed E Abdulqawi, Maher Abdulqawi Sultan

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The informal settlements in Taiz, such as Kalabah and Osifra, present significant challenges to urban development in Yemen. This study examines the conditions of these neighbourhoods in terms of infrastructure, socio-economic factors, and urban planning while addressing the obstacles to their improvement. Utilizing field studies and data analysis, it seeks to understand the factors behind the emergence and persistence of these settlements. It evaluates the impact of government policies and local initiatives in tackling this issue. The study advocates for sustainable strategies to enhance the quality of life in these areas through improved urban planning, infrastructure development, and access to …

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The Role Of Aporia In The Production And Reading Of Architectural Texts, Ghusoon Najm Abdulzahra, Abbas Ali Hamza Al Greiza Apr 2026

The Role Of Aporia In The Production And Reading Of Architectural Texts, Ghusoon Najm Abdulzahra, Abbas Ali Hamza Al Greiza

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The concept of Aporia has been explored from various perspectives and epistemological frameworks in critical and rhetorical studies, particularly in analyzing and theorizing architectural texts. This research delves into Aporia and its related aspects across various fields of knowledge, examining how it can be employed as an intellectual framework for both producing and interpreting architectural texts. It is closely tied to the concept of the creative text and its perception through a series of semiotic processes aimed at understanding and interpreting meanings, enhancing knowledge, and uncovering latent meanings within the text. The research adopts a qualitative, descriptive, and analytical methodology …

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Defining Old Cities: Guardians Of Architectural Heritage And Collective Memory, Hussaen Ali Hasan Kahachi, Mufeed Ehsan Shok, Maria Abreu Apr 2026

Defining Old Cities: Guardians Of Architectural Heritage And Collective Memory, Hussaen Ali Hasan Kahachi, Mufeed Ehsan Shok, Maria Abreu

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Old cities serve as testaments of architectural heritage and collective memory, offering unique urban experiences shaped by centuries of gradual evolution. Despite extensive research on physical preservation, limited studies address how old cities maintain their cultural and socio-economic relevance in modern contexts. This study aims to bridge this gap by defining old cities in terms of architecture and urban planning, and by examining their unique characteristics as assets in a modernizing world. Through a mixed-method approach, including a narrative literature review and a survey of experts in architecture and urban planning, this research uncovers the defining attributes of old cities. …

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The Role Of Algorithmic Design In The Development Of Responsive Facades, Ghada Ghalib Alnaimy, Younis Saleem Apr 2026

The Role Of Algorithmic Design In The Development Of Responsive Facades, Ghada Ghalib Alnaimy, Younis Saleem

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

In recent years, the use of algorithms in building façade design has significantly increased, enabling architects to create complex geometric forms that were traditionally difficult to achieve. Algorithmic design relies on employing algorithms to generate and process design parameters using digital tools such as 3D modelling and digital fabrication techniques. This approach enhances the performance of façades, allowing them to adapt to changing environmental conditions. The study addresses the need to understand the role of algorithms in creating contemporary architectural façades derived from nature and responsive both environmentally and aesthetically. The research aims to explore how these algorithms improve façade …

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Using Heritage Buildings To Shape The Image Of The Place, Samaa Alaqbi, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Saad F. Al-Nuaimi Apr 2026

Using Heritage Buildings To Shape The Image Of The Place, Samaa Alaqbi, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Saad F. Al-Nuaimi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The architectural image of the place is formed through the use of architecture, which consists of buildings with cultural value and carrying historical meanings and symbols. The new use of historical buildings includes re-adapting the buildings to meet the needs and requirements of the place. The disappearance of the old function leads to the building being neglected and destroyed. Therefore, the reuse of historical buildings preserves their architectural value and the meanings they carry and achieves an emotional link to the place. The research seeks to form the architectural image of the place through its reuse. The research relied on …

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Impacts Of Design Features In Urban Green Spaces On Place Attachment And Visitors' Experience, Abuhayya Mahmoud, Albert Fekete Apr 2026

Impacts Of Design Features In Urban Green Spaces On Place Attachment And Visitors' Experience, Abuhayya Mahmoud, Albert Fekete

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This study aims to investigate the influence of perceived design features of Urban Green Spaces (UGSs) on visitors' place attachment, motivation to visit, happiness, and health benefits. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, and data were collected from visitors to four UGSs in Gaza City using a systematic sampling approach. The survey instrument incorporated established items from previous studies and underwent rigorous expert review to ensure validity and reliability. The findings highlight the importance of specific design elements in enhancing UGSs attractiveness and fostering place attachment. While perceived UGSs design showed weak associations with motivation, happiness, and health outcomes, it …

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The Impact Of Modernism On Contemporary Erbil Architecture, Ashna Abdulqader Hussein, Nassir Sabat Sani Apr 2026

The Impact Of Modernism On Contemporary Erbil Architecture, Ashna Abdulqader Hussein, Nassir Sabat Sani

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This study focuses on the impact of Modernism on contemporary architecture in Erbil, a city with a history dating back to the fifth millennium B.C. Emphasizing the historical significance of the central ancient citadel and its ties to the third family of the Sumerian empire and transformative Assyrian conquests, the research intricately navigates the discourse surrounding modernist architecture and its effects on Erbil's identity. Using an evaluative lens, it discerns how contemporary architectural trends have influenced the city's historical buildings, urban planning, and local environment. Through a descriptive and interpretive methodology, the study unveils the intricacies of Erbil's architectural transition, …

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The Role Of Digital Documentation Of Architectural Heritage (Photogrammetry) In Enhancing The Cultural Resistance Of Cities Al-Basha Mosque In The Old City Of Mosul - A Case Study, Iqbal Salim Younus, Wahda Shuker Al-Hinkawi, Sabeeh L Farhan Apr 2026

The Role Of Digital Documentation Of Architectural Heritage (Photogrammetry) In Enhancing The Cultural Resistance Of Cities Al-Basha Mosque In The Old City Of Mosul - A Case Study, Iqbal Salim Younus, Wahda Shuker Al-Hinkawi, Sabeeh L Farhan

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Documentation of cultural heritage and physical structures is crucial for heritage conservation and shaping the identity and memory of people. It aids development and city building. With rapid technological advancements, digital documentation techniques like photogrammetry have emerged as a mechanism of cultural resistance. The research explores the relationship between photogrammetry and collective memory in enhancing cultural resistance in cities, focusing on the Al-Basha Mosque in old Mosul City. A three-dimensional digital model of the Mosque was created using Reality-Capture and developed with Lumion, producing a video based on a sample questionnaire. The digital model's reliability in enhancing collective memory was …

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The Role Of Technology In The Environmental And Formal Response To Architecture, Fatimah Jumah Idan, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Saad F. Al-Nuaimi Apr 2026

The Role Of Technology In The Environmental And Formal Response To Architecture, Fatimah Jumah Idan, Ibrahim Jawad Kadhim Al-Yousif, Saad F. Al-Nuaimi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

As a result of what the world witnessed in the emergence of technological developments and their irrational use and the resulting environmental crises that affected life, architects must propose architecture capable of responding to environmental influences in local architecture. Thus, the research goal is to identify the multiple levels of environmental response to architecture based on the correlation with changes in concepts, materials used, and apparent forms. There is a gap in knowledge regarding the correlation with changes in concepts, materials used, and apparent forms in achieving multiple levels of environmental response. A comprehensive theoretical framework was built to achieve …

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Efficiency Of Pedestrian Bridges In Urban Area, Khawla Kareem Kawther, Haidar Razzaq Mohammad Apr 2026

Efficiency Of Pedestrian Bridges In Urban Area, Khawla Kareem Kawther, Haidar Razzaq Mohammad

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Pedestrian bridges are important, and they cannot be dispensed. They transport people from one sidewalk to another without obstructing the movement of vehicles and creating congestion, and they are conducive to individuals' lives. This research deals with pedestrian bridges in Baghdad and their use efficiency. So, the researchers did the monitoring and surveying of the site. The researchers also surveyed a random sample to find if they use pedestrian bridges near their work site or housing. Whether they use these pedestrian bridges or not. How do they evaluate the effectiveness of these bridges? If these pedestrian bridges need different types …

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Urban Tectonic: Analyzing Study Of The Urban Formal Strategy With A Fictional Tectonic Aspect, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed, Mufeed Ehsan Shok Apr 2026

Urban Tectonic: Analyzing Study Of The Urban Formal Strategy With A Fictional Tectonic Aspect, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed, Mufeed Ehsan Shok

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Today, Tectonics explains how a specific structural system gains aesthetic values from cumulative experts’ advice about construction and architecture. The tectonic of the architecture modern world is seen as a partial strategy synthesizing the “depth” of values of the depth for architecture, beginning with bringing the physical into the metaphysical. In contrast, the urban tectonic refers to the physical into the metaphysical world because of the effacement of that idea through history to the challenges of life today. This paper is concerned with the inner consciousness of the tectonic properties of urban form first by tracing a brief review of …

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Temporary Architecture As A Strategy For Stimulating Historic Place, Mahmood Hussein Al Musawui, Safaaaldeen Ali Apr 2026

Temporary Architecture As A Strategy For Stimulating Historic Place, Mahmood Hussein Al Musawui, Safaaaldeen Ali

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Temporary architecture is a powerful tool to draw attention to the context and historical sites. It offers a dynamic approach to Stimulating sites that may have been neglected or forgotten. Dormant sites often hold historical or cultural significance, which may not be immediately evident to passersby. Designing and adding temporary structures can highlight and stimulate these aspects, serving as a visual reminder of the importance of the sites. After thoroughly reviewing the existing literature, the research problem was identified as "a lack of a clear cognitive understanding of the mechanisms of temporary architecture as a strategy for urban stimulation in …

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Architectural Learning Based On Green Education, Jumana Labeeb, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori Apr 2026

Architectural Learning Based On Green Education, Jumana Labeeb, Abdullah Saadoon Salman Almaamoori

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The primary role of the architectural university environment is to promote architectural education and graduate architectural outputs that possess creativity, development and sustainability skills, and because a green education is a newborn concept that did not take a large space in the field of university education in general and architecture in particular, so the research problem was determined by (the scientific need to crystallize a comprehensive theoretical conception of Green architectural education and identifying its components, tools and characteristics in upgrading architectural education), as the research aims to (extract the most important formal and material characteristics and features of green …

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Evaluating The Open Design Strategy In Promoting Urban Interconnection Of New City Centers In Baghdad, Inaam Qassem Abdullah, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed Apr 2026

Evaluating The Open Design Strategy In Promoting Urban Interconnection Of New City Centers In Baghdad, Inaam Qassem Abdullah, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Morphological or typological transformations and changes within cities led to new cities with rules disconnected from the center of the existing city, both intellectually and physically. These rules prevented the master plan areas from interconnecting with each other.  This research aims to achieve urban interconnection between new and existing city centers within a unified and cohesive design by relying on the most important design and planning strategies and mechanisms. The research begins by defining the open design strategy and its importance as a research topic. Then, we reviewed and discussed a group of studies through which the research problem was …

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Geospatial Techniques For Preparing The Requirements Of 3d Modeling For Smart City Planning- Review, Noor Emad Alsaffar, Oday Zakariya Jasim, Maythm Al-Bakri Apr 2026

Geospatial Techniques For Preparing The Requirements Of 3d Modeling For Smart City Planning- Review, Noor Emad Alsaffar, Oday Zakariya Jasim, Maythm Al-Bakri

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Developing smart city planning requires integrating various techniques, including geospatial techniques, building information models (BIM), information and communication technology (ICT), and artificial intelligence, for instance, three-dimensional (3D) building models, in enabling smart city applications. This study aims to comprehensively analyze the role and significance of geospatial techniques in smart city planning and implementation. The literature review encompasses (74) studies from diverse databases, examining relevant solutions and prototypes related to smart city planning. The focus highlights the requirements and preparation of geospatial techniques to support the transition to a smart city. The paper explores various aspects, such as the advantages and …

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The Impact Of Random Thinking On Contemporary Iraqi Architecture: Architectural Production In Baghdad As A Case Study, Mustafa Kamil Kadhim, Sura Kassim, Nawfal Hussein Al-Mousawi Apr 2026

The Impact Of Random Thinking On Contemporary Iraqi Architecture: Architectural Production In Baghdad As A Case Study, Mustafa Kamil Kadhim, Sura Kassim, Nawfal Hussein Al-Mousawi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The contemporary architectural reality in Iraq has witnessed a set of phenomena that led it to the apparent deterioration and decline of the architect’s role in formulating designs with sound architectural features generated through a clear architectural design methodology carried out by the designer and resulting in the emergence of the so-called random architectural product through a group of individual experiences that led To increase the urban chaos. Accordingly, the research problem was determined by the ambiguity of scientific knowledge about the concept of random thinking and its relationship to the design process, which in turn led to the emergence …

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Transformations In Fashion And Architecture (Causes And Mechanisms), Wasan Jawad, Mahdi Saleh A.H. Al-Ataabi Apr 2026

Transformations In Fashion And Architecture (Causes And Mechanisms), Wasan Jawad, Mahdi Saleh A.H. Al-Ataabi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Transformation is one of the common characteristics between fashion and architecture, as the transformation is linked to contemporary intellectual trends that call for change and renewal. The research was based on the study of changes in fashion and architecture, and the research problem was identified with (cognitive deficiency about the causes and mechanisms of transformations in fashion and architecture). Accordingly, the aim of the research was determined by studying the indicators of the causes of transformation in both fashion and architecture and the mechanisms of this transformation. On the practical and symbolic uses of clothing, while exploring the role of …

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The Role Of Artistic Movements In Achieving The Aesthetic Values Of Cities, Teaba Mohammed, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed, Aseel Ibrahem Apr 2026

The Role Of Artistic Movements In Achieving The Aesthetic Values Of Cities, Teaba Mohammed, Khansaa Ghazi Rasheed, Aseel Ibrahem

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

This research aims to clarify the role of art movements in urban aesthetics and to give a clear understanding of the beginnings of their emergence and the features, characteristics and types of these movements and how they affected architecture and the formation of cities through the most prominent pioneers and the most important influences that give a clear vision of these movements and their role. The research deals with artistic movements at the beginning of the 19th and 20th centuries and how they contributed to the development of the stages of architecture to build a knowledge background around it to …

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The Role Of Silence In Enhancing The Meaning Of Architecture, Mustafa Rahman, Abbas Ali Hamza Al Greiza, Zainab Hussein Rauof Apr 2026

The Role Of Silence In Enhancing The Meaning Of Architecture, Mustafa Rahman, Abbas Ali Hamza Al Greiza, Zainab Hussein Rauof

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The built forms represent the words in the language of architecture. Forms represent messages that convey expressions that can be expressed and felt through certain properties carried by space, which contribute to moving human thoughts and memories. Thus, we can talk about a hidden aspect in the language of architecture that we can call the language of silence. Silence speaks of the experience of stopping at the loss of words to reveal the presence of emotions and senses, as it is a natural reaction of the human being to a specific situation that requires interpretation. From this point of view, …

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The Dynamics Of Contextual Juxtaposition: Expansion Of The Fatima’S Court As A Case Study, Qasim Rais Shridan, Wahda Shuker Al-Hinkawi Apr 2026

The Dynamics Of Contextual Juxtaposition: Expansion Of The Fatima’S Court As A Case Study, Qasim Rais Shridan, Wahda Shuker Al-Hinkawi

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Literature pointed out the impact of contextual juxtaposition on urban dynamism at the level of the townscape, urban fabric, and economic, social, and environmental aspects to promote and support urban identity and achieve urban dynamics. The research problem was diagnosed with [the lack of clarity of the various aspects of contextual juxtaposition in the urban dynamics of the historical cities and their urban scene]. Which is determined based on the research goal of clarifying the levels and objectives of the inclusion and its most important economic, social, physical, and environmental dimensions, its requirements to achieve urban dynamism. The expansion of …

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The Role Of Marketing On The Success Of Residential Investment Projects In Baghdad, Hayder Abdul Hadi Abbas, Safaaaldeen Ali Apr 2026

The Role Of Marketing On The Success Of Residential Investment Projects In Baghdad, Hayder Abdul Hadi Abbas, Safaaaldeen Ali

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

The housing process in Iraq needs a comprehensive review, starting with its political philosophy and the content of its strategy, to produce a new vision and more efficient and empowering approaches for its central role in securing and caring for certain groups of society, especially those with limited income and those in need. In addition to emphasizing self-help and mutual assistance within the framework of future housing methods, this is one of the best ways to mobilize efforts and energies. Moreover, it is an entry point for developing innovative, non-traditional methods of high value. This research highlighted the role of …

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Measuring Complementation In Urban Environments: Kadhimiya’S Historical City As A Case Study, Mustafa Tahseen Moslem Ismai, Basim Hasan Al Majid, Saad Khudhair Aljumaily Apr 2026

Measuring Complementation In Urban Environments: Kadhimiya’S Historical City As A Case Study, Mustafa Tahseen Moslem Ismai, Basim Hasan Al Majid, Saad Khudhair Aljumaily

Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning

Assessing urban environments is necessary to address and mitigate the undesirable effects of urban challenges at different levels. The city responds to these challenges complementarily by proceeding with changes at the level of the profound structure and urban transformations at the level of the virtual structure through a set of strategies, mechanisms and tools of urban design. Good urban is the potential response in facing the contemporary and future urban challenges facing the city that urban design practitioners aspire to solve and complement the requirements of users and occupants. The research seeks to address the concept of urban complementation. The …

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