DeepCanvas: Sequential design strategy acquisition in context-aware building footprint synthesis using vision-based deep reinforcement learning
Available online 11 December 2025
Building footprint synthesis in architectural design is a complex task that involves constraint satisfaction and objective optimization, traditionally relying on human expertise. This paper presents...
User-experience-oriented convenience assessment framework in public transport hub areas
Available online 9 December 2025
The convenience of Public Transport Hub Areas (PTHAs) is pivotal for promoting public transport use and sustainable urban development. Existing research primarily concentrates on factors such as the...
Architectonic writing or how to write in the digital: AGI, custom search engines, and the rise of digital characters
Available online 5 December 2025
This paper introduces architectonic writing, a computational method of architectural inquiry emerging from interactions among general AI, domain-specific datasets, curated biases, and code-based loops....
AI-Enhanced quantitative urban morphology: A comparison of metric-based and vision-based representations
Available online 2 December 2025
Fueled by data-intensive science, urban morphology studies have shifted from small-scale case studies to large-scale pattern recognition, thus an effective, machine-readable representation of complex...
Neurodiverse-friendly preschools: Aligning inclusive pedagogy and spatial design
Available online 2 December 2025
With at least 15% of children meeting the diagnostic criteria as neurodivergent, inclusive preschool environments are crucial for supporting engagement in education and a smooth transition to mainstream...
A case study of the railway line: Speculative urbanism and the urban planning process in Nairobi, Kenya
Available online 30 November 2025
Speculative urbanism, defined by the practice of purchasing land with the expectation of realizing a profit when urban value is generated in the future, is becoming more prominent in structuring cities...
Introducing a Perceptual–Spatial Landscape Planning Model (PSLPM) for cultural landscapes’ route optimization: The case of Chengde Mountain Resort
Available online 30 November 2025
As cultural landscapes increasingly evolve within urban environments, a persistent gap has emerged between their heritage spatial characteristics and public heritage value perception, undermining urban...
Decoding aesthetic perception in traditional canal settlements: An AI-driven analysis of built environment influence mechanisms based on streetscape images
Available online 29 November 2025
Since the Grand Canal of China was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014, increasing attention has been paid to its settlements. However, studies on the aesthetic perception of the Eastern...
Exploring the impact of environmental–behavioral interactions on commercial performance: Evidence from open urban commercial blocks
Available online 29 November 2025
The physical environment of a city influences the commercial performance of open urban blocks through human behavior. However, conventional methods rely on locational attributes and static indicators,...
Traditional civil charity in China: The millennial evolution of charitable estates in Southern Jiangsu (960–1949)
Available online 21 November 2025
As a paradigm of civil charitable organizations, charitable estates in Southern Jiangsu emerged as a unique cultural phenomenon in China since the Northern Song Dynasty, encapsulating the clans' spiritual...
Classifying and zoning wind environments in metro station areas at the city scale: A case study of Nanjing
Available online 21 November 2025
While the “3D” principles—density, diversity, and design—remain central to Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), their effectiveness in metro station areas is increasingly constrained by the complex interplay...
Energy harvest and daylighting performance of dynamic photovoltaic shading system-a comparison study in various climate zones of China
Available online 19 November 2025
Dynamic photovoltaic shading systems (PVSDs) that can automatically adjust PV angles according to solar altitude and azimuth to enhance solar energy utilization, have become an important research focus...
The lifecycle of railway stations and its effect on property prices: Empirical evidence from Japan
Available online 18 November 2025
This study investigates the nonlinear relationship between real estate prices and the age of railway stations using a hedonic price model and Generalized Additive Models. By drawing parallels between...
DeepTagPhoto: Expert-guided unsupervised clustering of Thai architectural photography using pre-trained CNN models
Available online 16 November 2025
This study presents an unsupervised image clustering approach to support expert-led analysis and tagging of traditional Thai architectural photography. This study evaluates how effectively deep-feature...
An integrated and adaptive spatial module organized around inner courtyard for ash interment chamber in public columbaria: Insights from Nanjing
Available online 14 November 2025
Against the backdrop of urban-rural integrated development and intensifying land-use conflicts, there is an urgent need for constructing public columbaria in China. However, these facilities currently...
The influence of urban residential block morphology on seasonal outdoor thermal comfort in severely cold regions: A case study of Harbin, China
Available online 10 November 2025
Outdoor thermal comfort in urban residential blocks significantly affects residents' quality of life and health, and this effect varies seasonally. Severely cold regions experience harsh winters, and...
Spatial structure and accessibility of urban parks: A multi-scale integration of GIS and space syntax in Xi'an
Available online 8 November 2025
Urban parks are critical for ecological sustainability, residents' well-being, and spatial equity. Using Xi'an, China, as a case study, this paper integrates park POI, census, and street network data...
Spatiotemporal heterogeneity in built environment impacts on urban mobility: Insights from calendar events and new towns in Beijing
Available online 8 November 2025
The spatiotemporal heterogeneity of the impact of BE on urban transportation remains underexplored, especially in nonlinear dynamics and the comprehensive effects of CEs and spatial configuration in...
Nonlinear effects of built environment on living street vitality considering spatial heterogeneity: Evidence from Xiamen Island, China
Available online 5 November 2025
Understanding the intricate relationship between the built environment and living street vitality is crucial for guiding the revitalization of street life. Traditional linear models often oversimplify...
Restoration of architectural mural images under low-light conditions via Multi-level Interactive Siamese Filtering
Available online 5 November 2025
Architectural murals, as integral elements of built heritage, preserve rich cultural, religious, and social narratives. However, the passage of time and inadequate protective measures have led to severe...
Neurological benefits of third places for young adults in healthy urban environments
October 2025
Aspects of urban environments, especially green spaces, are known to benefit mental health and well-being. However, the healing potential of urban third places remains underexamined compared to the...
Coupling coordination evaluation and driving factor analysis of economic performance and social equity in rail transit station areas
October 2025
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is increasingly recognized as a key strategy for enhancing transportation efficiency, environmental sustainability, and economic vitality while fostering inclusive...
Techniques and craftsmanship of the hybrid framing cantilever bridges in Tengchong, Yunnan, China: A case study of the Yezhuqing Bridge
October 2025
This study examines the structural characteristics and technical principles of the hybrid framing cantilever bridges along the Longchuan River in Tengchong, Yunnan, China, taking the Yezhuqing Bridge...
Construction of a comprehensive evaluation model for old community renewal in Suzhou based on smart city concepts
October 2025
Rapid urbanization in China presents complex challenges for urban development, particularly in older neighborhoods. The rise of digital cities and the shift from expansion to optimizing existing urban...
Quantifying walkability's non-linear and synergistic effect on metro station area vitality: An empirical study in Shanghai
Available online 31 October 2025
High-vitality metro station areas significantly enhance public transit efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve public life. With walkability closely linked to station area vitality, pedestrian-friendly...