arq-Architectural Research Quarterly
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Architectural Discourse Through Rigorous Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Community Engagement and Participatory Design:
The journal emphasizes research that involves community participation in architectural practices, focusing on co-producing sustainable and affordable housing solutions. - Cultural and Historical Analysis:
A significant area of interest includes the exploration of architectural history and cultural exchanges, examining how past practices influence contemporary architectural discourse and identity. - Sustainability and Environmental Considerations:
Research addressing sustainable architecture and green strategies is prominent, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship in urban and architectural practices. - Technological Integration in Architecture:
The journal investigates the role of technology in architecture, including the use of digital tools, automation, and innovative materials in contemporary design. - Phenomenological and Experiential Approaches:
There is a focus on the sensory and experiential dimensions of architecture, exploring how spaces are perceived and experienced by individuals.
Trending and Emerging
- Affordable and Sustainable Housing Solutions:
There is a growing emphasis on research related to affordable housing and sustainability, highlighting innovative strategies for community engagement and environmental responsibility. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Architecture:
Emerging themes include the integration of various disciplines such as sociology, environmental science, and technology into architectural research, fostering a holistic understanding of urban environments. - Urban Resilience and Adaptation:
Recent articles focus on urban resilience, exploring how architecture can adapt to climate change and socio-economic shifts, thus addressing urgent global challenges. - Digital Tools and Methodologies in Design:
The use of advanced digital technologies and methodologies in architectural design and research is increasingly prominent, reflecting the journal's commitment to innovation in the field. - Cultural Identity and Architecture:
There is a renewed interest in how architecture can express cultural identity and address issues of representation and inclusivity in urban spaces.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Architectural Styles:
There is a noticeable reduction in research focused solely on traditional architectural styles and historical preservation, as the journal increasingly emphasizes contemporary practices and sustainability. - Purely Aesthetic Considerations:
Papers that concentrate primarily on aesthetics without considering socio-political or environmental implications are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more integrative approaches. - Regionalism in Architecture:
The discourse surrounding regional architectural styles and their uniqueness has diminished, giving way to global perspectives that prioritize universal challenges and solutions in architecture.
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