This article will explore the Cradle to Cradle (C2C) framework for urban environments, focusing on the perception, utilization and maintenance of parks. The case study explores the perception of urban flora and the value of greenery in everyday life in The Netherlands. The reflection section addresses …

Although permeable pavements have been used all over the world in recent years to infiltrate and treat stormwater, only limited research has been undertaken to investigate and compare the long-term performance of these sustainable urban drainage system devices. This paper presents the results of an extensive …

Voor u ligt de rapportage van mijn masterproef getiteld “Naoorlogse wijken Anders kijken” welke een verkenning is over de rollen en samenwerking van in het bijzonder gemeenten en woningcorporaties bij stedelijke vernieuwing van naoorlogse wijken na 2014. Dit onderzoek is uitgevoerd in het kader van het …

In this study, Dutch and Australian planning regimes are examined to determine whether they are ready to face climate extremes. Five different “cultural” facets of spatial planning determine the differences between the two regimes. These planning characteristics are first confronted with current climate …

Cordaid, one of the biggest development organisations in the Netherlands, works on several topics to reduce poverty all over the world. One particular topic is Urban Matters that designs smart solutions for slums. Cordaid Urban Matters has given the assignment to conduct research regarding successful …

Urban Outfitters is a U.S. based global fashion retailer that offers an eclectic mix of products. These products range from apparel and accessories to home décor items and gifts. The brand targets an urban-minded audience between the ages of 18 to 30. Although Urban Outfitters is operating in one of …

The overall topic of this book is internationalization. It is hard to deny that organizations are increasingly internationalizing in order to remain competitive, to access growth markets and resources and to reduce operating costs. Understanding international business has become imperative for academic …

In recent years, numerous environmental psychology studies have demonstrated that contact with nature as opposed to urban settings can improve an individual’s mood, can lead to increased levels of vitality, and can offer an opportunity to recover from stress. According to Attention Restoration Theory …

The creative economy is considered to contribute to urban and regional development in several ways. In addition to the prevalent economic perspective on the creative sector as a generator of jobs and innovation, often it is also assumed to contribute to the regeneration of deprived neighbourhoods. Although …

Although many publications have documented the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in children and adolescents, the recent review showed that there are only few well-controlled studies that support the efficacy of CAM in the treatment and clinical improvement of children with asthma. …