Acta Structilia
Scope & Guideline
Empowering the future of quantity surveying.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainability in Construction:
The journal places a significant emphasis on sustainable practices within the construction sector, exploring how various strategies and innovations can enhance environmental, economic, and social sustainability. - Infrastructure Development and Management:
Research on the planning, construction, and management of infrastructure projects is a core focus, addressing issues such as public sector infrastructure conditions and project delivery systems. - Urban Renewal and Landscape Identity:
Acta Structilia examines the socio-economic impacts of urban renewal projects, particularly how they affect community identity and memory within urban landscapes. - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
The journal investigates the role of CSR in construction, particularly in developing economies, and how it can be integrated into project financing and management. - Labor Productivity and Management in Construction:
Research on factors influencing productivity, management practices, and workforce dynamics in the construction industry is prevalent, aiming to improve operational efficiency. - Technological Innovations:
The journal also covers the application of new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence and Building Information Modelling, in enhancing productivity and efficiency in construction processes.
Trending and Emerging
- Corporate Social Responsibility in Construction:
There is an increasing focus on CSR, particularly in developing regions like Africa, highlighting its integration into project financing and stakeholder management. - Green Infrastructure and Urban Ecology:
Research on green infrastructure, such as living walls and urban food production systems, is gaining traction, reflecting a broader commitment to environmental sustainability in urban planning. - Impact of Technology on Productivity:
The application of advanced technologies, including AI and automation in construction, has emerged as a key theme, aiming to enhance productivity and efficiency in the sector. - Community Engagement in Urban Development:
Studies examining community involvement in urban renewal projects and their impact on identity and memory are increasingly prominent, emphasizing the social dimensions of construction. - COVID-19 Impact Studies:
Research analyzing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on construction practices and productivity is trending, as the industry seeks to adapt to new realities and challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Construction Methods:
Research centered on conventional construction methodologies appears to be waning, as the industry increasingly embraces innovative and technology-driven approaches. - General Economic Impacts:
While economic factors remain important, the specific studies focusing on broad economic impacts without a clear connection to construction practices are less frequently seen in recent publications. - Basic Housing Quality Assessments:
There is a noticeable decline in studies that merely assess housing quality without integrating sustainability or community impact considerations. - Historical Analysis of Construction Practices:
Papers focused primarily on historical practices and their implications for contemporary construction are becoming less common as the emphasis shifts to current challenges and future trends.
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