Can Vertical Housing Be a Pathway to Transform Informal Settlements? A Comparative Study at Spatial Quality and Social Cohesion in Asian Countries.

Project ID: AIRG/2024/ARCH/07/12

Funding Source: AUST Internal Research Grant

Project Awarded: 20th April 2025

 

Principal Investigator:

Ms. Asma Siddika

Assistant Professor

Arch Department, AUST

asma_siddika.arch@aust.edu

 

Co-principal Investigator/s:

Mr. Imran Ebne Amin

Assistant Professor

Arch Department, AUST

imran.arch@aust.edu

 

Tu Cam Truong

PhD Candidate, School of Architecture, RMIT University, Australia

s4001056@student.rmit.edu.au

 

Project Duration: 2 Years

Budget Approved: 8,60,000.00

Expected Research Outcomes:

The methodology ensures a robust understanding of vertical housing challenges and opportunities by combining qualitative and quantitative insights. The findings will contribute to:

• Design Guidelines: Recommendations for spatial configurations aimed at enhancing livability and fostering social cohesion in vertical housing for low-income communities. These guidelines may cover aspects such as the arrangement of dwelling units, the design and placement of communal spaces, and circulation patterns within the buildings.
• Policy Recommendations: Proposals for policies that address challenges related to community management and the cultural adaptation required for successful vertical living.