Journal of Housing and the Built Environment
Scope & Guideline
Bridging Disciplines for Inclusive Urban Futures
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Housing Affordability and Inequality:
The journal examines issues related to housing affordability, accessibility, and the socio-economic inequalities that affect various demographics, including low-income families, migrants, and marginalized groups. - Urban Redevelopment and Regeneration:
Research in this area explores the processes of urban redevelopment, regeneration of housing estates, and the impact of gentrification on communities. - Environmental Sustainability in Housing:
This scope includes studies on energy efficiency, green building practices, and the environmental impacts of housing development. - Social Capital and Community Engagement:
The journal emphasizes the role of social ties, community engagement, and sense of place in enhancing residential satisfaction and community well-being. - Cultural and Contextual Factors in Housing:
Research often incorporates cultural perspectives and contextual factors that influence housing practices and policies across different regions. - Technological Innovations in Housing:
The journal also focuses on the impact of technology on housing, including the use of smart solutions and data-driven methodologies for understanding housing markets.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Housing:
A significant increase in research addressing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on housing markets, policies, and residential behaviors reflects the urgent need to understand and adapt to new realities. - Cooperative and Collaborative Housing Models:
There is a growing interest in cooperative housing and collective living arrangements as solutions to urban housing crises, emphasizing community engagement and shared resources. - Health and Well-being in Housing:
Emerging studies focus on the relationship between housing conditions and health outcomes, exploring how built environments can promote well-being, particularly for vulnerable populations. - Smart Housing Solutions:
Research on smart housing technologies and user-centric design is trending, indicating a shift towards integrating technology to enhance living environments and address sustainability challenges. - Social Equity in Housing Policies:
There is an increasing emphasis on policies aimed at addressing social equity and inclusion in housing, reflecting broader societal movements towards fairness and justice in urban development.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Housing Models:
Research focusing on traditional housing models and static analyses of housing markets appears to be declining as more emphasis is placed on dynamic, adaptive strategies and innovative housing solutions. - Single-Dimensional Housing Policies:
There is a noticeable reduction in papers solely advocating for single-dimensional housing policies without considering broader socio-economic contexts, indicating a shift towards more comprehensive approaches. - Generalized Studies on Housing Prices:
Studies that merely analyze housing prices without exploring underlying factors such as social dynamics, environmental impacts, or community satisfaction are becoming less frequent, suggesting a move towards more nuanced investigations.
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