Modernism in the Petrified Landscape: Architecture in Montenegro 1945-1980
The subject of this paper is architectural heritage of the former Socialist Republic of Montenegro (SR Montenegro) in the period between 1945 and 1980, with particular emphasis on the role of stone in modern architecture. Stone, as a primordial building and design material, is present in post-war modernist Yugoslav architecture, especially during t...
By Slavica Stamatović Vučković, Danilo Bulatović
Internal Extensions: A Case for The Reassessment of the Architectural Phenomenon of Greenhouse
Glasshouses, greenhouses, conservatories and orangeries – all types of buildings intended specifically for plant cultivation – represent a relatively recent addition to the histories and repertoires of horticulture, agriculture and architecture. During approximately three centuries of their notable existence, these structures managed to...
By Ognjen Šukalo, Maja Milić Aleksić, Slobodan Peulić
Architectural “Yugocosmopolitanism”
The research “Borba za arhitekturu” not only tries to assemble, showcase and consequently analyze the wide variety of architectural production and its tendencies in socialist Yugoslavia but also, through conversations with architects who were active in this milieu, for the first time, it provides an authentic, direct insight into the af...
By Timotej Jevšenak
Yugoslav Modernism Beyond The City
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By Mejrema Zatrić
Planning Networks: Ernest Weissmann and the Internationalisation of Urbanism in Yugoslavia
Introductory article...
By Vladimir Kulić
Stability Calculation of Irregular Structures with Irregular Disorder During Seismic Impact
From the point of view of modern construction, the damage to reinforced concrete large-panel and frame buildings is especially interesting. The construction of this building is very diverse. Their use has a short history. Therefore, the systematisation of damages and generalisation of results for such buildings is more difficult. Below are some sta...
By Zaza Jangidze
Dynamic Comfort Considerations in the Design of High-rise Buildings
The following paper provides research analysis on the influence of wind on a building, considering the regional and local climate conditions, to improve dynamic stability and reduce wind disruption effects on high-rise reinforced concrete buildings. The main aspect of disturbance in living conditions is caused by wind loads on the building. The dat...
By Lia Balanchivadze, Beka Matithaishvili, Vladimer Kikadze
Mathematics and Entrance Exam Results as Indicators of Academic Success Among Civil Engineering Students
It is crucial to select high-quality candidates for college and university enrollment, focusing on preparing them for their future careers in the shortest possible study duration while maintaining a strong graduation rate. The most reliable predictors of academic success (graduation) are observed during candidate testing (entry exams) and within th...
By Ljubiša Preradović, Miroslav Malinovic
Changes in the Location and Meaning of Banjaluka’s Urban Core: Recommendations for Urban Landscape Regeneration
The starting premise of this paper is that a careful interpretation of changes in the meaning of urban places, provided their autochthonous qualities and the quality of the urban environment and architecture are respected, can help to better understand and treat the built environment. The case study presented investigates Banja Luka’s urban l...
By Dijana Simonović
The Role of Steel Pile Sheets in Building Base Reinforcement
Structures supporting the slopes of the foundation pit were installed in a densely built-up city area. Geological studies had been carried out, and based on the conclusion, the design of reinforcing the pit was prepared for the first time along the outer perimeter with interlocked steel piles. Due to the insufficient length (12 m) of the steel pile...
By Beka Gurgenidze, Ioseb Giorgobiani