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Review Article
Construction Industry: Current Trends, Potential Impacts, and Future a Comprehensive Review of Artificial Intelligence Applications in the Directions
Adeola Sarah Ajayi*
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
48-57
Received:
13 March 2025
Accepted:
26 March 2025
Published:
17 April 2025
Abstract: The construction industry plays a crucial role in global economic development but continues to struggle with persistent challenges such as low productivity, limited digital adoption, and resistance to technological advancements. Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a transformative opportunity to address these inefficiencies by automating tasks, optimizing resource management, and improving project oversight. This paper provides a comprehensive review of AI applications in the construction sector, analyzing current trends, key innovations, and future directions. The study explores AI-driven technologies such as robotics, autonomous machinery, defect detection systems, and predictive analytics, highlighting their impact on efficiency, sustainability, and safety. Robotics and automation streamline labor-intensive tasks, reducing project delays and costs, while AI-powered defect detection enhances quality control through real-time monitoring. Additionally, predictive analytics improve risk assessment and decision-making, enabling more proactive project management. To illustrate AI’s real-world benefits, this paper presents case studies showcasing successful implementations of AI in construction projects. These examples demonstrate how AI has improved workflow efficiency, minimized waste, and enhanced worker safety. However, despite these advantages, widespread adoption remains slow due to challenges such as high implementation costs, workforce adaptation concerns, and ethical considerations. The paper discusses these barriers in detail, emphasizing the importance of strategic investments, industry-wide collaboration, and specialized workforce training to bridge the digital divide. Ultimately, this review underscores the critical role of AI in shaping the future of construction. While AI-driven innovations hold immense potential, their successful integration requires a balanced approach that considers technological, economic, and ethical factors. The paper concludes by advocating for targeted policies, increased research efforts, and structured training programs to ensure a seamless transition into AI-enhanced construction practices.
Abstract: The construction industry plays a crucial role in global economic development but continues to struggle with persistent challenges such as low productivity, limited digital adoption, and resistance to technological advancements. Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a transformative opportunity to address these inefficiencies by automating tasks, o...
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Research Article
Performance Evaluation of the Pedestrian Safety Facilities in Mattu Town
Solomon Desalegn Alemu*
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
58-70
Received:
4 January 2025
Accepted:
17 March 2025
Published:
22 April 2025
Abstract: Ethiopia faces a pressing issue of pedestrian safety exacerbated by rapid urbanization and inadequate infrastructure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), road traffic accidents are a leading cause of death globally, with pedestrians particularly vulnerable. In Ethiopia, over 60% of road traffic fatalities involve pedestrians, emphasizing the urgent need for effective safety measures. The population of Mattu Town is predicted to rise from 28,782 in 2007 to 130,027 in 2023, illustrating the difficulties that many developing-nation metropolitan regions encounter. The town's pedestrian infrastructure is characterized by poorly maintained sidewalks, insufficient signage, and a notable absence of traffic signals. This has resulted in 24 pedestrian fatalities and 51 injuries over the past three years, underscoring the critical need for improved safety measures. The study aims to evaluate the performance of existing pedestrian safety facilities, including sidewalks, crosswalks, signage, and traffic signals, to identify areas for improvement. A mixed methods approach, combining quantitative data analysis from pedestrian accident reports and traffic volume counts with qualitative surveys assessing pedestrian perceptions and behaviors. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS for quantitative data and Excel for organizing and visualizing survey results. The research questions focus on the effectiveness of current facilities, factors contributing to pedestrian accidents, and the perceptions of pedestrians regarding safety measures. The general objective is to create a safer pedestrian environment, while specific objectives include assessing the effectiveness of existing facilities and identifying contributing factors to accidents. Results indicate that inadequate infrastructure significantly contributes to pedestrian accidents in Mattu Town. Key findings reveal that areas with poorly marked crosswalks and inadequate lighting correspond with higher accident rates. Additionally, surveys show a lack of awareness among drivers and pedestrians regarding existing safety measures. This study is important because it tackles the pressing need for pedestrian safety in a rapidly urbanizing setting, aiming to enhance the quality of life for residents and inform local policies. By identifying deficiencies in pedestrian infrastructure and proposing targeted interventions, the study seeks to foster a pedestrian-friendly environment that encourages walking as a viable and safe mode of transportation. This research will serve as a valuable resource for urban planners and policymakers, contributing to the evolution of sustainable and livable communities in Ethiopia.
Abstract: Ethiopia faces a pressing issue of pedestrian safety exacerbated by rapid urbanization and inadequate infrastructure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), road traffic accidents are a leading cause of death globally, with pedestrians particularly vulnerable. In Ethiopia, over 60% of road traffic fatalities involve pedestrians, emphasiz...
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Research Article
Architect Yakov Shteinberg - Life, Fate, Creativity of a Constructivist in the Conditions of Soviet Ukraine
Liudmyla Bachynska*
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
71-84
Received:
24 March 2025
Accepted:
10 April 2025
Published:
6 June 2025
Abstract: Constructivist architect Yakov Shteinberg is a significant figure in Ukrainian culture. Information about his activities and fate during the Soviet era was hushed up, despite the fact that he was recognized as the "First Architect of Ukraine", due to punishment during the struggle of the Soviet government "with cosmopolitans". The article proposes to consider three stages of the political and economic state of the state and their impact on the life and activities of the master in the conditions of the USSR. Such an assessment of the dependence of the life of society and an individual creative personality on the communist leadership of the country allows us to determine why and for what exactly in the Soviet Union a unique style of "constructivism" arose in the world, why it was banned by the authorities during its consolidation and how this affected the life of the creative intelligentsia on the example of the biography of Ya. A. Shteinberg. The purpose of the study is to identify the specifics of the scientific and creative activities of the constructivist architect at different stages of the existence of Soviet Ukraine and his outstanding role in the formation of Ukrainian architecture, despite the dependence on the political regime. The methods of the study are biographical, causal relationship between the orders of the governing bodies and the activities of the artist, comparative analysis between the stages of the professional activity of the specialist. To obtain the results, an important component of the research was the study of contemporary publications that testified to the events and the state of affairs in the state, and the personal articles of Yakov Shteinberg were of particular importance. The results of scientific research proved that the life of an individual in the conditions of totalitarianism, characteristic of the communist system of power, required the individual and society to completely submit to the political regime. The novelty of the proposed topic lies in the initial consideration of the biography of the artist and his activities through the study of the peculiarities of the political and economic conditions of life and activity of the country, determining the influence of these conditions on the cultural activities of the people in the field of architecture and urban planning and the formation of the personality of the constructivist architect Ya. A. Shteynberg.
Abstract: Constructivist architect Yakov Shteinberg is a significant figure in Ukrainian culture. Information about his activities and fate during the Soviet era was hushed up, despite the fact that he was recognized as the "First Architect of Ukraine", due to punishment during the struggle of the Soviet government "with cosmopolitans". The article proposes ...
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Research Article
Designing Recovery: Women and Midwives’ Perspectives on Design Factors in the Postnatal Hospital Environment
Lateef Ademola Lawal*
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 2, June 2025
Pages:
85-95
Received:
15 April 2025
Accepted:
30 April 2025
Published:
18 June 2025
Abstract: Background: The postnatal phase is a critical time for women to rest and to recover after giving birth, and the hospital environment can influence the wellbeing experiences of new mothers. Existing research found aspects of the physical environments that are supportive of women during labour and birth, but research focusing on the environmental factors in postnatal environments, where women recover after birth, is limited and important. Purpose: The study investigated environmental factors and spatial features in postnatal environments that make an impact on women’s physical recovery and wellbeing following birth. Methods: Data were collected through online survey questionnaires from 229 postnatal women who gave birth in New Zealand hospitals and from 58 midwives (N = 287) who worked in postnatal settings. Midwives recruited women and their colleagues using a snowball sampling method and provided dedicated links to women and midwives to access the online survey questionnaires. Midwives filled out identical questionnaires as women; the only difference was data related to their demographic characteristics. Descriptive statistics and the independent-samples t-test were used to analyse the data... Results: Women’s and midwives’ have strong preferences for single-occupancy rooms, visual or physical connection to the outdoors, and views of nature, all of which were ranked significantly high, indicating both women and midwives desire personal control in the space, as well as connections to the outside during postnatal hospitalisation. The study participants also indicated a strong preference for air quality and room freshness, adequate daylight in the room, art and nature images and the presence of colours in the interior spaces. These design features were thought to be critical design elements for promoting rest, recovery and psychological wellbeing in postnatal settings. Conclusions: The results of this study highlight the importance of several key environmental design features, providing beneficial insights into women’s psychological recovery and wellbeing and suggesting the need for awareness by architects, and healthcare providers for creating restorative postnatal healthcare settings for women following birth.
Abstract: Background: The postnatal phase is a critical time for women to rest and to recover after giving birth, and the hospital environment can influence the wellbeing experiences of new mothers. Existing research found aspects of the physical environments that are supportive of women during labour and birth, but research focusing on the environmental fac...
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