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Academic Journal Papers by Moahammad Afzal Khan
Journal of Advanced Research in Construction and Urban Architecture, 2022
The mosque is a religious worship place of Muslims. The mosque studied in this paper is Jinnaaton... more The mosque is a religious worship place of Muslims. The mosque studied in this paper is Jinnaaton Wali Masjid, presently located in Faizabad district of Uttar Pradesh, a northern state of India. It is one of the oldest mosques of Faizabad district. This paper focuses on the mosque design concept, architectural interventions, planning, architectural elements, decoration and style of 19 th century Jinnaaton Wali Masjid of United Province of India. The methodology of study is through site visit, visual analysis, context analyzing, and preparation of drawings and climatic study with respect to orientation and direction of the mosque. The paper covers brief history of Faizabad, context zoning of mosque, different elements and spaces of the mosque along with the concept and planning of that 19 th century. The visual survey and discussion with the local residing people has also been done. The different mosques elements are identified, enlisted and discussed in this paper. The architectural analysis of the studied mosque is done and the impact of the mosque structure on that urban neighborhood is explored. Further, the inferences of the study with the help of SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threats) analysis with reference to architecture and planning has been done in this paper.
Journal of Advance Research in Construction and Urban Architecture, 2022
Aqueducts are is a cross drainage structure used to conduct a water stream across an obstacle suc... more Aqueducts are is a cross drainage structure used to conduct a water stream across an obstacle such as hollow, valley or natural streams etc. through conduit to convey water. The Aqueducts have been the most spectacular and marvellous architectural examples of the ancient water supply network system. The paper covers brief history of Aqueduct. The research of the paper covered important notes of aqueduct along with its type and importance. This research methodology employs qualitative methods based on books, journals, websites and research articles. The paper sights the concept and purpose of aqueduct. The system of ancient water supply through marvellous construction engineering is the key finding of the paper. The historical background of aqueduct has been emphasized since its beginning and further innovation after technological advancement of aqueduct has been presented. The paper also describes different types of cross drainages in water supply system. The technical aspect, primary-secondary factor with material selection and its construction process have been analysed in this paper. The two case studies from different countries have been analysed to authenticate the direct application of design and construction interventions of the Aqueduct system in urban scenario.
American Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture, 2024
The designs have evolved, and designers are more focused towards attaining streets that are "reco... more The designs have evolved, and designers are more focused towards attaining streets that are "reconfigurable, safer, and more accessible to pedestrians, cyclists, and tomorrow's self-driving vehicles". The services are beyond the buildings and such advancements provide both accessible and energy-harvesting sources. The dynamic property of the street also has a potential place-making factor. The research paper is to analyze the pattern of development and morphology of the commercial street specifically-the 1.4-kilometre redeveloped street network of Chandni Chowk. Despite having become an urban wasteland, the location continues to draw visitors from all over India and the globe who come to sample the cuisine and experience life in the middle Ages. Such streets focus on the origin of pedestrians and their flow towards the activities. The commercial outlook and functioning of the streets bring in more pedestrian footfall directed towards it. The redevelopment project has changed the pattern and morphology of the place blending with the past to give a new futuristic outlook while staying true to its roots. Chandni Chowk serves as the best example to cater to pedestrians' needs. Such public spaces connect various hot spots in the city and maintain both formal and informal pedestrian flow in a city. This research concludes by investigating the viability of place-making and place-marketing tactics to reproduce the 'old-world' magnificence of Chandni Chowk. The goal is to create a well-balanced approach that combines marketing and placemaking concepts, repositioning this area as a tourism hotspot of Delhi's history.
Journal of Advanced Research in Construction and Urban Architecture, 2022
The mosque is a religious worship place of Muslims. The mosque studied in this paper is Jinnaaton... more The mosque is a religious worship place of Muslims. The mosque studied in this paper is Jinnaaton Wali Masjid, presently located in Faizabad district of Uttar Pradesh, a northern state of India. It is one of the oldest mosques of Faizabad district. This paper focuses on the mosque design concept, architectural interventions, planning, architectural elements, decoration and style of 19 th century Jinnaaton Wali Masjid of United Province of India. The methodology of study is through site visit, visual analysis, context analyzing, and preparation of drawings and climatic study with respect to orientation and direction of the mosque. The paper covers brief history of Faizabad, context zoning of mosque, different elements and spaces of the mosque along with the concept and planning of that 19 th century. The visual survey and discussion with the local residing people has also been done. The different mosques elements are identified, enlisted and discussed in this paper. The architectural analysis of the studied mosque is done and the impact of the mosque structure on that urban neighborhood is explored. Further, the inferences of the study with the help of SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threats) analysis with reference to architecture and planning has been done in this paper.
Journal of Advance Research in Construction and Urban Architecture, 2022
Aqueducts are is a cross drainage structure used to conduct a water stream across an obstacle suc... more Aqueducts are is a cross drainage structure used to conduct a water stream across an obstacle such as hollow, valley or natural streams etc. through conduit to convey water. The Aqueducts have been the most spectacular and marvellous architectural examples of the ancient water supply network system. The paper covers brief history of Aqueduct. The research of the paper covered important notes of aqueduct along with its type and importance. This research methodology employs qualitative methods based on books, journals, websites and research articles. The paper sights the concept and purpose of aqueduct. The system of ancient water supply through marvellous construction engineering is the key finding of the paper. The historical background of aqueduct has been emphasized since its beginning and further innovation after technological advancement of aqueduct has been presented. The paper also describes different types of cross drainages in water supply system. The technical aspect, primary-secondary factor with material selection and its construction process have been analysed in this paper. The two case studies from different countries have been analysed to authenticate the direct application of design and construction interventions of the Aqueduct system in urban scenario.
American Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture, 2024
The designs have evolved, and designers are more focused towards attaining streets that are "reco... more The designs have evolved, and designers are more focused towards attaining streets that are "reconfigurable, safer, and more accessible to pedestrians, cyclists, and tomorrow's self-driving vehicles". The services are beyond the buildings and such advancements provide both accessible and energy-harvesting sources. The dynamic property of the street also has a potential place-making factor. The research paper is to analyze the pattern of development and morphology of the commercial street specifically-the 1.4-kilometre redeveloped street network of Chandni Chowk. Despite having become an urban wasteland, the location continues to draw visitors from all over India and the globe who come to sample the cuisine and experience life in the middle Ages. Such streets focus on the origin of pedestrians and their flow towards the activities. The commercial outlook and functioning of the streets bring in more pedestrian footfall directed towards it. The redevelopment project has changed the pattern and morphology of the place blending with the past to give a new futuristic outlook while staying true to its roots. Chandni Chowk serves as the best example to cater to pedestrians' needs. Such public spaces connect various hot spots in the city and maintain both formal and informal pedestrian flow in a city. This research concludes by investigating the viability of place-making and place-marketing tactics to reproduce the 'old-world' magnificence of Chandni Chowk. The goal is to create a well-balanced approach that combines marketing and placemaking concepts, repositioning this area as a tourism hotspot of Delhi's history.