Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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The need of a sizing system for Kenya: case studies of females at the University of Nairobi and Nairobi textiles.
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 2009)Tailors in Kenya often use the traditional method of taking body measurements to make clothes. This method is often too slow to cater for the entire female population in the country or for the export market. As a result, ... -
A study of the role of design in building failures with special reference to government owned residential buildings within Nairobi area
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1986-09)This thesis constitutes a study of the role of design in building failures, with special reference to Government owned residential buildings within Nairobi Area. The study uses frequency of building failures to examine ... -
Management options for human-wildlife conflicts in Kitengela game conservation Area, Kajiado district
(Department of Urban and Regional planning, University of Nairobi, 2002-08)The habitat required by Kenya's wildlife, one of its most famous and economically valuable resources is increasingly threatened by increasing levels of poverty and the country's soaring rate of population growth. Farmers ... -
Motel
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1976)The site of the scheme is in Jinja Town on the Trans-African Highway. It is to assume a suburban residential atmosphere. The motel is designed to cater for motorists. These will be: a) The long distance travellers on ... -
An investigation into the problems of communication in the implementation of a project: a case study of Kenya Government projects
(Department of Land Development, University of Nairobi, 1986-04)The capital goods produced by the construction industry are vital to the well-being and functioning of a modern economy.We take for granted the houses, bungalows and flats we 1ive in, the factories , warehouses and ... -
The impact of resource exploitation on the environment and landuse, the case of stone quarrying in kangundo division
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning Faculty of Architecture Design and Development , University of Nairobi December,, 1997)This study examines the impact of stone quarrying on the environment. and land use in Kangundo division Machakos district. stone quarrying as a mining activities has an effect on t.he environment where it is carried ... -
The role of small scale brick producers and the use of bricks in rural housing
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1995)The construction sector plays an important role in most developing countries. This is because in the initial stages of their development, countries tend to divert a substantial portion of their national income to ... -
Human-wildlife conflict in Laikipia district: area specific strategy recommendations
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning Faculty of Architecture Design and Development , University of Nairobi December,, 1994)The evolution of conflict often arise from divergent view points and the manner to derive benefits from a common resource. The increasingly limited supply of natural resources especially, in Arid and Semi Arid Lands ... -
Medical architecture: a research into ncc clinics & health centres' architectural problems
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1977-12)The family health concept is based on the recognition that health is to a large extent a function of living conditions and hygienic practices in family groups and that health activities, in order to be effective, should ... -
Management of of semi-public, private and public housing estates in Nairobi Case study: Kenya pipeline company, Kenya Breweries limited and Ministry of public works
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1990-11)This thesis is an attempt to impress on institutions owning housing estates for their employees the importance of good estate management practices not only for preservation of the already inadequate national housing ... -
Application of multiple regression analysis (MRA) in the Valuation of used motor vehicles. A case study of used saloon cars.
(Department of Real Estate and Construction Management, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2005-07)Valuation approaches used by motor vehicle valuers are highly dependent on the subjective judgement of the valuer in arriving at motor car values. This is a major cause of value variability and disparities among valuers ... -
Design of district centres with special reference to Kayole
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1982)The main intention of this thesis is to establish design principles and evolve a design for Kayole District Centre within the North Eastern part of Nairobi city region. The design of Kayole District Centre should be ... -
Housing and health:the relationship between the residential environment and the health status of households:a study of Jericho estate, Umoja estate, and Lindi village
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 2000-08)Provision of shelter in all it's different forms is a major problem in many urban areas of the developing countries. In Kenya the housing problem in urban areas has reached alarming proportions. The country has experienced ... -
Impact of applied colour in middle class Interiors: a case study of Nyayo Highrise estate in Nairobi.
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 2007)Colour is a major interior design to than an be employed to change the ambience of interior spaces on a low budget. Walls for example, are the best surface that colour application can easily be emphasised on. Colour plays ... -
The historical background of textiles in kenya
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1983)The Historical Background of Textiles in Kenya This study was undertaken in an attempt to trace the history behind the introduction of a commodity of Textiles in Kenya. The aim was to establish the significance and ... -
Application of patterns in interior design: case study of Nairobi Serena hotel
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 2006)This thesis attempts to unveil that conscious use of patterns in interior environment can make a more effective and successful business success in the hotels and hospitality industry.The researcher uses Nairobi Serena ... -
An evaluation of construction project management in Kenya
(Department of Building Economics and Management, University of Nairobi, 1990-04)This report is an attempt to find out the failures of construction project management. To achieve this aim the report has started by examining characteristics of the construction industry, and hence the need for Project ... -
Nairobi university: student centre
(Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, 1976)Nairobi University Planning Office has noted the absence of a students' centre on the main campus. No study or proposals has however been forward In this project a study of physical and environmental characteristics ... -
Organization structure of general construction firms in Kenya: a contingency approach
(Department of Building Economics and Management, University of Nairobi, 1992-08)The construction industry is under pressure to improve productivity, reduce wastage of re~6urces and to increase predictability of its performance. Construction projects implementing and contractors organizations should ... -
Industrial relations in the building industry in Kenya: a case study of construction firms Undertaking public projects
(Department of Building Economics and Management: University of Nairobi, 1992)This study is an attempt to impress on building contractors and all those involved in the implementation of building projects the relevance and importance of good industrial relations on building sites. This is achieved ...