As urban environments increasingly adopt automated technologies for municipal enforcement, this paper interrogates the erosion of human judgment, discretion, and interaction in public space governance. Drawing on participatory design workshops within the “Human Values for Smarter Cities” project, the …

Circles to Spirals is a designer’s journey from blind optimism to critical engagement, from circular economy idealism to the pragmatic realities of material flow. This compendium navigates the essential concepts of sustainable design — repair, upcycling,adaptability, and longevity — while unpicking the …

This article compares exoneration with the correlated concept of forgiveness. According to Contextual Therapy, a fundamental distinction exists between the two. It states that exoneration depends on an adult reassessment of history, resulting in the offender being freed of guilt. Conversely, according …

In light of the ongoing environmental, climate, economic, and social crises, architects, designers, and citymakers are rethinking the (design of the) built environment with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity. While uncertainty and technocratic processes are prevalent, they also present opportunities …

This thesis was developed within the context of the Launch Your Career (LYCar) pro-gramme at Hotelschool The Hague, and conducted during a professional internship at TreasureBox BV. It explores how automation technologies can support the housekeeping department in luxury hotels, with NH Collection Grand …

lorio, the newly opened restaurant at The Charles Hotel in Munich, is currently faced with the challenge of not meeting its targeted average spend per guest. As a result of a drastic reduction in seating capacity – from 35 to 16 tables – due to a complete restaurant design, management is under pressure …

As the world transitions toward sustainable energy systems, the integration of digital technologies in energy infrastructure has introduced new cybersecurity challenges. Smart grids, renewable energy networks, and data-driven management systems depend on secure digital communication to ensure stability …

"Pakistan’s National Electric Vehicle Policy (NEVP) envisions a cleaner mobility future, yet gender considerations remain peripheral to its implementation. This paper investigates the financial, cultural, and infrastructural barriers limiting women’s participation in the country’s EV ecosystem. Drawing …

(Book of abstracts) Track (1) Space: Built Environment and Urban Design Abstract: In light of the ongoing environmental, climate, economic, and social crises, citymaking agents of all disciplines are rethinking the (design of the) built environment with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusivity. …

Indigenous tourism plays a crucial role in sustainable development, cultural heritage preservation, and social equity. However, the integration of innovation in Indigenous tourism remains fragmented and underexplored. This research employs the Theory, Context, Characteristics, and Methodology (TCCM) …