Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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The Effects of Informal Urban Sprawl on the Provision of Infrastructure in Makongeni Neighbourhood of Thika Municipality, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)In Africa, rapid urban growth continues to pose adverse challenges to development planning and management. Previous studies have established that informal urban sprawl is a common phenomenon in Kenya’s urban areas, including ... -
Comparative Analysis of Structural Steel and Reinforced Concrete Construction for Sustainable Development
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Current discussions on Africa’s Development revolves around positioning itself as an economic hub. Economic report on Africa, 2015 recognizes that there is potential for Africa to experience greater growth than East Asia ... -
Investigation of the Performance of Pavement Founded on Reinforced Earth Sections Along Outer Ring Road, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Urbanization in Nairobi city has resulted to increase in traffic demand exerting more pressure on the existing transport infrastructure. Outer ring road which is a critical artery within the city was improved to dual ... -
Integrated Mobility Options for Sustainable Urban Development in Ahero Town
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The rapid and unplanned growth of urban areas has resulted in informal expansion, leading to congestion, pollution, segregation, urban poverty, and social exclusion. This study focuses on Ahero Town in Kisumu County, which ... -
Co-designing for Sustainable Community-based Tourism Enterprises in Homa Bay County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The advocacy for community participation in local development has been in existence for a while now, with its roots in the concept of sustainability and sustainable development. This emphasis on community participation ... -
Examining Spatial Dynamics of an Urban Fringe A Case Study of Nairobi-kiambu Corridor
(University of Nairobi, 2005-08)Planning at the urban fringe has posed long standing challenges, including: the loss of agricultural land, inadequate public facilities, development pressures, lack of up to date data on land use changes, and institutional ... -
Assessment of Temporal and Spatial Variability of Groundwater in the Mbagathi River Catchment
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Groundwater is increasingly an important source of water. Assessment of its variability helps in guiding decisions on exploitation. Groundwater varies over space and time. Groundwater contains multiple range of chemical ... -
Effects of Mixing Methods on the Rheology and Hardened Properties of Concrete With Low Water-binder Ratio
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Designing Sustainable Product-service System (S.PSS) Framework for SME’s in Kenya’s Fashion Industry
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The fashion industry value chain activities are having a significant negative environmental and social impact across the globe. In order to effectively reduce their environmental harm, a new breed of small and medium-sized ... -
Incorporating Biophilic Design as a Therapeutic Element in Malls in Nairobi-A Case Study of the Karen Area
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examines the use of biophilic design in malls in Nairobi's Karen area. According to a growing body of research, implementing biophilic design into the built environment significantly improves people's entire ... -
Trends of Sun-shading Devices in Nairobi Since 1900
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Thermal comfort can affect the living and working conditions of individuals within buildings. To harness maximum comfort, a conducive environment should be created. The use of a sun shading device is considered to be one ... -
Analysis of the Use of Land as Collateral for Financing in Rural Kenya a Case Study of Kivani Location, Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The development of the world's economies, particularly those of emerging countries, depends heavily on land. Despite being a crucial tool for gaining access to loans, the adoption and enforcement of land as collateral ... -
The Application of Design Management Methods for Design Process Success for Construction Projects in Kenya [a Case Study of Nairobi County]
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The failure of construction projects to meet target objectives is a major concern in developing countries. Even though there are numerous reasons why projects fail, the construction sector faces serious issues that are ... -
An Investigation of Energy Efficiency and Occupancy Levels of Glass-cladded and Bio-climatically Designed Buildings; - a Case of CBD, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Today, buildings are thought to require more than 50% of the total energy consumed worldwide. Energy-efficient building design depends on a choice of suitable methods that are compatible with the local climate. The two ... -
Adoption of Green Building Technologies in Kenya: a Case of Buildings in Nairobi County
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Performance of Park-and-ride Stations in Nairobi Metropolis: (a Case Study of Athi River and Syokimau Railway Stations)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Park and Ride facilities have the potential to promote use of mass transit systems and help in relieving traffic congestion and air pollution, which are all associated with excessive automobile usage. However, some factors ... -
Vegetation Indices as Indicators of Drought, a Remote Sensing Perspective: a Case Study of Narok County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Vegetation cover is essential in determining the health of ecosystems and critical in planning and management of environmental and land resources. This study aimed at establishing the correlation between vegetation cover ... -
Application of GIS in Mediating Traffic Congestion in Central Business Districts. A Case of Nairobi County CBD
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Geo-information technology has been integrated with various sectors of development to help achieve sustainability and improve the delivery of services and smooth operation of activities within the economy. However, considering ... -
An Evaluation of the Extent and Impact of the Application of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems in the Kenya Construction Industry a Case Study of Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The performance of construction projects depends on how best resources are managed. Lack of effective resource management through planning techniques is likely to lead to higher project7costs, schedule overruns,7and ... -
A Study of the Role of Contracting Parties in Preventing Escalation of Construction Claims Into Disputes Through the Claim Management Processes
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Poorly managed claims result in antagonism, disputes, and disruption in construction projects. This raises the need for construction parties to manage claims well and avoid disputes. This research explored how construction ...
