Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Uncontrolled urban development;its causes and implications. A case study of ongata-rongai
(1990)Ongata-Rongai is a rapidly growing urban center in Kajiado District and it therefore falls under the jurisdiction of Olkejuado County Council. Located only 15 Kms west of Nairobi, the town has experienced a lot of physical ... -
Application of the ujamaa concept in the planning of urban neighbourhoods.
(1978)The problems that are associated with urban life are basically those of lack of housing, unemployment and inadequacy in the supply and distribution of the essential facilities and service to match the town population. ... -
The influences of charcoal production activities and environmental impact in asals: a case of rumuruti and northern approaches in laikipia district
(1998)Woodfuel consumption and related energy and ecological problems are important and pressing issues in their own right. Since most Africans, Kenya included, are poor and can afford or have access to little other than ... -
Redevelopment trends, problems and potentials within the central business district of nairobi,Kenya.
(1988)Urban settlement in Nairobi started where the Central Business District (CBD) is located. The existing internal structure in the CBD represents a dichotomy of distinct character zones. The east- CBD is generally made ... -
Unsustainable urban land management for the low-income housing development A case study of soweto informal residential settlement in embakasi division, nairobi city
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, 1999)This study is about the factors which influence land delivery and management in the low-income housing development. The study was· based on Soweto informal residential settlement in Embakasi Division, Nairobi. Soweto ...
