Buildings consume about 40% of globally-produced energy. A notable amount of this energy
is used to provide sufficient comfort levels to the building occupants. Moreover, given recent …

The urban energy infrastructure is facing a rising number of challenges due to climate
change and rapid urbanization. In particular, the link between urban morphology and energy …

Since COVID-19 spread rapidly worldwide, many countries have experienced significant
growth in the number of confirmed cases and deaths. Earlier studies have examined various …

The rapid development of the express delivery industry brings convenience to people, while
the large number of Express delivery packaging waste also imposes a burden on the …

Abstract Design and construction professionals are entrusted to design built environments
that can assure public safety. Crime statistics is one indicator that reflects the correlation …

Urban residents are exposed to multiple environmental stimuli. Past studies have examined
the influence of heat stress on outdoor thermal comfort, but the cross-modal effects of …

We selected three representative spaces on a university campus with different olfactory
stimuli (Lavandula officinalis, Rosa rugosa, and Mentha canadensis) to investigate the …

This study set out to understand the dynamics of human thermal sensation and perception
associated with outdoor thermal variability in urban contexts. Previous studies found that …

The thermal characteristics of outdoor urban spaces and the street networks connecting
them are vital to the assessment of the liveability and sustainability of cities. When urban …

Public space serves as opportunities for everyday engagement including cultural activities
and social interactions. The co-presence of diverse groups and activities is seen as an …