Built heritage and urban spatial configuration: the case of Herat, Afghanistan

Samimi, Sayed Abdul Basir; Maraschin, Clarice

doi:10.1007/s10708-022-10738-w

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“…The modernization of Herat began in 1936, when a German engineer created a new master plan. The developments within the boundaries of the master plan appear to have a more regular grid of streets, while the developments outside the boundaries have a more organic network [51]. The new city of Herat was built to the east of the Old City and was designed around a large city park, in front of which are today's government structures and residential areas [2].…”

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“…The new city of Herat was built to the east of the Old City and was designed around a large city park, in front of which are today's government structures and residential areas [2]. The majority of modern building constructions use concrete, cement, and iron with flat roofs, as opposed to the traditional pyramidal roofs and native materials found in traditional houses [51].…”

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confidence: 99%

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Analyzing the Role of Identity Elements and Features of Housing in Historical and Modern Architecture in Shaping Architectural Identity: The Case of Herat City

Alavi,

Tanaka

2023

Architecture

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Herat has a long and rich history of architecture and culture that has been shaped by many different historical and imperial periods. Since 2002, the city’s urban landscape has changed significantly due to a rapid rise in the city’s population and modern building processes. This has had a significant impact on the historical image and identity of Herat, as modern architecture has introduced identities that are not in harmony with the city’s environment, climate, and culture. This study conducts a comprehensive analysis of architectural identity characteristics to explore the role of traditional and modern architectural elements in forming Herat’s architectural identity. This research is based on primary and secondary sources including literature reviews, historical documents, case studies, and interviews with local architects and residents. The results indicate that Herat’s architectural identity is shaped by a multitude of factors, including its historical and cultural importance, the utilization of construction materials, the surrounding environmental conditions, architectural guidelines and expertise, political dynamics, and the preferences of both the architect and client. This study provides vital insights for architects, policy makers, and government agencies seeking to promote sustainable and culturally sensitive development in Herat’s dynamic architectural landscapes.

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Section: Modern Architecture Of Heratmentioning

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Section: Modern Architecture Of Heratmentioning

confidence: 99%

Analyzing the Role of Identity Elements and Features of Housing in Historical and Modern Architecture in Shaping Architectural Identity: The Case of Herat City

Alavi,

Tanaka

2023

Architecture

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Physical features of unplanned settlements in Herat City, Afghanistan

Hanif,

Barak,

Loodin

et al. 2024

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The increase in urban population growth has contributed to the expansion of unplanned settlements, especially in developing countries. Triggered by the lack of government oversight, the expansion of these settlements is characterized by unique economic, social, physical, and functional attributes. This study aims at exploring the physical features of unplanned settlements in District 4th of Herat city, western Afghanistan. Employing a mixed-research method, we integrated spatial analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) into detailed field observations to get a better understanding of the characteristics of the formation of these informal settlements. Our findings shed light on a number of key physical features including irregular street layouts, inadequate drainage systems, and substandard construction materials, irregular buildings in term of layout, number of floors, and building density. The features of unplanned urban morphology contribute to socio-economic loss and environmental degradation due to the absence of critical infrastructures including water infrastructures and the presence of unplanned streets in under-resourced unplanned settlements. In fact, the absence of government’s efforts in monitoring the development of unplanned settlements hinders the provision of essential services and infrastructures in the informal settlement communities. Our assertion is that the findings of this research will help policy makers in Afghanistan to reconsider their policies and decisions on urban development and growth, particularly in the poorer and under-served unplanned settlements in major cities in Afghanistan.

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Built heritage and urban spatial configuration: the case of Herat, Afghanistan

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Analyzing the Role of Identity Elements and Features of Housing in Historical and Modern Architecture in Shaping Architectural Identity: The Case of Herat City

Analyzing the Role of Identity Elements and Features of Housing in Historical and Modern Architecture in Shaping Architectural Identity: The Case of Herat City

Physical features of unplanned settlements in Herat City, Afghanistan

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