Newcastle University’s Housing Alternatives Learning Experience is a special and cutting-edge program created to provide students the information and abilities needed to handle today’s housing issues. This course provides a thorough grasp of housing difficulties and viable solutions by fusing academic learning with hands-on, real-world experiences. Students may interact with a variety of viewpoints, investigate Read the full article…

ECOTOURISM There is disagreement on the definition and identity of the phrase “ecotourism” at the exhibit. Use is still associated with a great deal of confusion and conflict. According to Buckley (2009:2), Parks Canada appears to have been the first organization to consistently use the phrase “eco-tour” in the 1960s. Wearing (2008:6) states that ecotourism Read the full article…

The blog component of MAUD was entirely new to me beginning Semester Two of my studies, having taken a different module to the rest of my cohort in Semester One. I joined in with seminars for the formatting of the blog, scheduling and general set up, however found as the first semester progressed, I unfortunately Read the full article…

Urban railways were conducive to improving the transport capacity of cities in the past, but they are somewhat outdated in modern times. The re-planning of a railway infrastructure is, thus, an effective and important investment in shaping urban fabric and layout. Such reorganization intends to create the best urban plan. This transformation improves the city’s Read the full article…

Introduction  One of the best ways to depict social, cultural, and political life in cities worldwide is through the urban square. Often found at the crossroads of busy urban landscapes, these open spaces are recognized as much more than their physical location; they are seen as dynamic platforms for community building and human connection. In Read the full article…

How close is the new thinking to dogma? 1Women Friendly Cities With the growth of the black affirmative action movement and the gender affirmative action movement in the last century, and even now the sexual minority affirmative action movement. And as the gender equality movement moves into the public eye, the interdisciplinary activities of urban Read the full article…

In the process of global urbanisation, the issue of urban housing has always been of great concern. How to achieve sustainable urban housing development through planning mechanisms has become one of the most important issues in urban planning today. This blog will discuss the planning mechanism for sustainable urban housing development and make relevant suggestions. Read the full article…

The problems with parking in the city Parking lots in urban areas have long been a burning problem in the city, especially in densely populated areas where the demand for parking spaces exceeds the available supply. Space becomes limited, while the number of cars increases over time. Cities often have limited parking space due to Read the full article…

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) recognises at Chapter 15 the importance of protecting and enhancing the natural environment and, where possible, the need for developments to secure net a net gain in biodiversity (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, 2023). Additionally, the NPPF recognises the significant role of green infrastructure in urban planning Read the full article…

My final semester at Newcastle University had two design projects. It was hectic but was a transformative period that deeply enriched my understanding of urban design. Academic Insight One of these projects was focused on Housing Alternatives. Throughout the semester, the module was a blend of theoretical knowledge, followed by one-on-one design discussions from the Read the full article…

INTRODUCTION Although the second semester had its ups and downs, it was also a positive learning curve full of wonderful memories. Just like the first semester, the second semester has also flown by, maybe even faster. The first half of the second semester was quite easy, but the second half was very busy and sometimes Read the full article…

Designing Mixed used spaces for a housing project has lately been recognized as crucial for creating vibrant, sustainable, and resilient communities, It is often seen as a tool for Urban activation. It certainly enhances community engagement and social interaction amongst people. The interaction can lead to strong community bonds and a sense of belonging, reducing Read the full article…