Sharif T O U S I F Hossain | Stamford University, Bangladesh (original) (raw)
Uploads
Papers by Sharif T O U S I F Hossain
Chitkara University Publications, 2020
Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) ... more Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) as an industrial zone and it was also indicate in the first master plan of Dhaka (1959). In1968, Tejgaon was designed as light industrial area by the Dhaka Improvement Trust (DIT). After Liberation war in 1971 Tejgaon become the most sought after place for industrial activity for not only its being on the outskirts of the than city center but also for the rising demand for the growing population of Dhaka. Several residential areas were developed beyond Tejgaon industrial areas (TIA) resulting in the rapid transformation of land use at this point into a mixed use development changing the physical characteristics of TIA. Responding to this transformation, the Government of Bangladesh has decided to develop Tejgaon industrial area as commercial cum residential hub. At the same time low lying areas i.e. Hatirjheel area on the south of TIA was developed to connect the northern residential areas (beyond TIA) with the older urban core. TIA thus came in between Hatirjheel development and Northern residential areas as such requiring rethinking of the street connectivity in the area. Transformation of TIA and the development of Hatirjheel provides an opportunity to rethink about the connectivity of road network. This study critically reviews the street connectivity between TIA and the adjacent new Hatirjheel development. It is identified that the new Hatirjheel development did not take note of the older TIA road network thus creating problem of urban mobility and integration. This study aims at identifying the street connectivity by quantitative and qualitative method using tools like Depthmapx10 to understand the new dynamics and suggest measures for better urban mobility.
Journal of Environmental Science, University of Rajshahi, 2016
Courtyard is considered as a traditional element derived from cultural values and vernacular buil... more Courtyard is considered as a traditional element derived from cultural values and vernacular built form of rural Bangladesh. From the British colonial period, the courtyards have also been used in mansions of Dhaka. However the modern building forms are greatly influenced and modeled on the Western practices not considering the environmental and social aspirations. The idea of courtyard has not become an ossified remnant of the past, but has been restating by new designs and means. This paper looks at the contemporary practices of courtyard buildings in urban context of Dhaka city. The paper investigates new forms and concepts taken place behind courtyard plan in different types of buildings (residential, commercial, institutional, health etc.) in urban areas of Dhaka city. The study finds that there are various significant implications of courtyard in terms of environmental (climatic, social and economic) issues, which can be considered in building design to improve the visual, aesthetic and livability aspect of the built-environment for urban future.
Urban and Regional Planning, 2020
In Bangladesh there is a huge possibility in the sector of low cost industry and handloom is the... more In Bangladesh there is a huge possibility in the sector of low cost industry and handloom is the prominent one of
them. The Handloom Industry is one of the oldest cultural heritages of Bangladesh, which is mostly accomplished as a home
based industry involving traditional crafts like muslin, jamdani, tanter saree that they have inherited from their ancestors. These
products are the major part of our low cost industry and also a part of history and heritage of our country. Handloom industries,
once dominated in the apparel sector of the subcontinent are on the verge of disappearance due to a couple of reasons like lack of
preservation, dedicated space, manpower crisis, breaking down of communities, product competitiveness, lack of marketing skill
etc. Some communities nearby Dhaka such as Tangail, Mymensign, Kishoreganj, Narayanganj, Narsingdi, Kaliakoir has been
working in the sector of handloom for a long period of time. But because of the breaking the bonding of those community and
lack of preservation of their heritage this sector is now losing their interest. For restoring the community bonding and preserving
the heritage there could be created a common interconnected space. Gazipur Sadar is such a place which resides in between all
those six districts. There are a good national, regional and local linkage through infrastructure between those areas and Gazipur
Sadar. As there are no specific spaces of those communities to exhibit and sell their products; an area in Gazipur Sadar near
Chilai Khal, could be proposed as an expo area for reviving the heritage of those handlooms communities. This study
recommends developing a heritage hub to revitalize these communities as well as promoting their handloom industries both
nationally and internationally.
Urban and Regional Planning, 2020
Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) ... more Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) as an industrial zone and it was also indicate
in the first master plan of Dhaka (1959). In1968, Tejgaon was designed as
light industrial area by the Dhaka Improvement Trust (DIT). After Liberation war in 1971 Tejgaon become the most sought after place for industrial
activity for not only its being on the outskirts of the than city center but
also for the rising demand for the growing population of Dhaka. Several
residential areas were developed beyond Tejgaon industrial areas (TIA)
resulting in the rapid transformation of land use at this point into a mixed
use development changing the physical characteristics of TIA. Responding
to this transformation, the Government of Bangladesh has decided to develop Tejgaon industrial area as commercial cum residential hub. At the
same time low lying areas i.e. Hatirjheel area on the south of TIA was
developed to connect the northern residential areas (beyond TIA) with the
older urban core. TIA thus came in between Hatirjheel development and
Northern residential areas as such requiring rethinking of the street connectivity in the area. Transformation of TIA and the development of Hatirjeel provides an opportunity to rethink about the connectivity of road network. This study critically reviews the street connectivity between TIA and
the adjacent new Hatirjheel development. It is identified that the new
Hatirjheel development did not take note of the older TIA road network
thus creating problem of urban mobility and integration. This study aims at
identifying the street connectivity by quantitative and qualitative method
using tools like Depthmapx10 to understand the new dynamics and suggest
measures for better urban mobility
Asian Journal of Legal Science and Social Studies, 2020
Though open spaces are considered a lifeline not just for urban residents but also for children's... more Though open spaces are considered a lifeline not just for urban residents but also for children's physical and mental development, Dhaka city is alarmingly losing its parks, playgrounds, and other public spaces to people for numerous causes, such as interference, lack of proper preparation, political and economic power, or simply due to the incompetence and corruption of city officials. This research paper aims to study on open spaces like the playground, parks, and amusement parks in Dhaka which is an important element due to creating a child-friendly city. There is no proper planning and guideline of open spaces for children in Dhaka where e importance of play for a child's cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development has been recognized by researchers worldwide. Children's need to open space to play, learn, exercise, leisure, which is very important for the growth of children's and the training of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills, to be able to grow and develop properly. Dhaka lacks these sufficient open spaces for children and will strive to build a child-friendly atmosphere immediately.
Asian Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, 2017
In Dhaka, a common design practice for non-residential buildings is to install a full façade fixe... more In Dhaka, a common design practice for non-residential buildings is to install a full façade fixed glass on roadside elevation, majorly for aesthetic purpose, whatever the orientation, with indefensible argument for maximum daylight utilization into the building. But in practice, only a few meters from glass façade is comfortable for lighting tasks and further depth is incapable for completing tasks like writing, reading, drafting, and model making. The objective of this paper is to highlight the effectiveness of light shelves as enhancing device for architectural design studios to ensure overall interior day lighting quality for drafting and model making works. Using daylight simulation programs, this paper examines the impact of light shelves on indoor daylight illuminance on work plane height (2'-6"), at an adapted design studio classroom space enclosed by three side glass surfaces. The 3D models were first generated in the ECOTECT to study the distribution and uniformity of daylight in the interior space with Split Flux method. These models were then exported to a physically-based backward Raytracer, RADIANCE Synthetic Imaging software to generate realistic lighting levels for validating and crosschecking the ECOTECT results. The results showed that for achieving light levels closest to specified standards, light shelves at a height of 6'-0'' above floor level with 40'' width perform better among the alternatives studied including the alternative where no light shelves were existed. Finally, the decisions were verified with DAYSIM simulation program to ensure the compliance of the decisions with dynamic annual climate-based daylight performance metrics. It is expected that the outcome of this research will help architects and designers to decide the shape and size of the light shelves to improve the daylight performance in adapted rentable spaces in future.
Chitkara University Publications, 2020
Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) ... more Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) as an industrial zone and it was also indicate in the first master plan of Dhaka (1959). In1968, Tejgaon was designed as light industrial area by the Dhaka Improvement Trust (DIT). After Liberation war in 1971 Tejgaon become the most sought after place for industrial activity for not only its being on the outskirts of the than city center but also for the rising demand for the growing population of Dhaka. Several residential areas were developed beyond Tejgaon industrial areas (TIA) resulting in the rapid transformation of land use at this point into a mixed use development changing the physical characteristics of TIA. Responding to this transformation, the Government of Bangladesh has decided to develop Tejgaon industrial area as commercial cum residential hub. At the same time low lying areas i.e. Hatirjheel area on the south of TIA was developed to connect the northern residential areas (beyond TIA) with the older urban core. TIA thus came in between Hatirjheel development and Northern residential areas as such requiring rethinking of the street connectivity in the area. Transformation of TIA and the development of Hatirjheel provides an opportunity to rethink about the connectivity of road network. This study critically reviews the street connectivity between TIA and the adjacent new Hatirjheel development. It is identified that the new Hatirjheel development did not take note of the older TIA road network thus creating problem of urban mobility and integration. This study aims at identifying the street connectivity by quantitative and qualitative method using tools like Depthmapx10 to understand the new dynamics and suggest measures for better urban mobility.
Journal of Environmental Science, University of Rajshahi, 2016
Courtyard is considered as a traditional element derived from cultural values and vernacular buil... more Courtyard is considered as a traditional element derived from cultural values and vernacular built form of rural Bangladesh. From the British colonial period, the courtyards have also been used in mansions of Dhaka. However the modern building forms are greatly influenced and modeled on the Western practices not considering the environmental and social aspirations. The idea of courtyard has not become an ossified remnant of the past, but has been restating by new designs and means. This paper looks at the contemporary practices of courtyard buildings in urban context of Dhaka city. The paper investigates new forms and concepts taken place behind courtyard plan in different types of buildings (residential, commercial, institutional, health etc.) in urban areas of Dhaka city. The study finds that there are various significant implications of courtyard in terms of environmental (climatic, social and economic) issues, which can be considered in building design to improve the visual, aesthetic and livability aspect of the built-environment for urban future.
Urban and Regional Planning, 2020
In Bangladesh there is a huge possibility in the sector of low cost industry and handloom is the... more In Bangladesh there is a huge possibility in the sector of low cost industry and handloom is the prominent one of
them. The Handloom Industry is one of the oldest cultural heritages of Bangladesh, which is mostly accomplished as a home
based industry involving traditional crafts like muslin, jamdani, tanter saree that they have inherited from their ancestors. These
products are the major part of our low cost industry and also a part of history and heritage of our country. Handloom industries,
once dominated in the apparel sector of the subcontinent are on the verge of disappearance due to a couple of reasons like lack of
preservation, dedicated space, manpower crisis, breaking down of communities, product competitiveness, lack of marketing skill
etc. Some communities nearby Dhaka such as Tangail, Mymensign, Kishoreganj, Narayanganj, Narsingdi, Kaliakoir has been
working in the sector of handloom for a long period of time. But because of the breaking the bonding of those community and
lack of preservation of their heritage this sector is now losing their interest. For restoring the community bonding and preserving
the heritage there could be created a common interconnected space. Gazipur Sadar is such a place which resides in between all
those six districts. There are a good national, regional and local linkage through infrastructure between those areas and Gazipur
Sadar. As there are no specific spaces of those communities to exhibit and sell their products; an area in Gazipur Sadar near
Chilai Khal, could be proposed as an expo area for reviving the heritage of those handlooms communities. This study
recommends developing a heritage hub to revitalize these communities as well as promoting their handloom industries both
nationally and internationally.
Urban and Regional Planning, 2020
Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) ... more Tejgaon's development process was initiated in the 1950s by the Department of Public Works (PWD) as an industrial zone and it was also indicate
in the first master plan of Dhaka (1959). In1968, Tejgaon was designed as
light industrial area by the Dhaka Improvement Trust (DIT). After Liberation war in 1971 Tejgaon become the most sought after place for industrial
activity for not only its being on the outskirts of the than city center but
also for the rising demand for the growing population of Dhaka. Several
residential areas were developed beyond Tejgaon industrial areas (TIA)
resulting in the rapid transformation of land use at this point into a mixed
use development changing the physical characteristics of TIA. Responding
to this transformation, the Government of Bangladesh has decided to develop Tejgaon industrial area as commercial cum residential hub. At the
same time low lying areas i.e. Hatirjheel area on the south of TIA was
developed to connect the northern residential areas (beyond TIA) with the
older urban core. TIA thus came in between Hatirjheel development and
Northern residential areas as such requiring rethinking of the street connectivity in the area. Transformation of TIA and the development of Hatirjeel provides an opportunity to rethink about the connectivity of road network. This study critically reviews the street connectivity between TIA and
the adjacent new Hatirjheel development. It is identified that the new
Hatirjheel development did not take note of the older TIA road network
thus creating problem of urban mobility and integration. This study aims at
identifying the street connectivity by quantitative and qualitative method
using tools like Depthmapx10 to understand the new dynamics and suggest
measures for better urban mobility
Asian Journal of Legal Science and Social Studies, 2020
Though open spaces are considered a lifeline not just for urban residents but also for children's... more Though open spaces are considered a lifeline not just for urban residents but also for children's physical and mental development, Dhaka city is alarmingly losing its parks, playgrounds, and other public spaces to people for numerous causes, such as interference, lack of proper preparation, political and economic power, or simply due to the incompetence and corruption of city officials. This research paper aims to study on open spaces like the playground, parks, and amusement parks in Dhaka which is an important element due to creating a child-friendly city. There is no proper planning and guideline of open spaces for children in Dhaka where e importance of play for a child's cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development has been recognized by researchers worldwide. Children's need to open space to play, learn, exercise, leisure, which is very important for the growth of children's and the training of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills, to be able to grow and develop properly. Dhaka lacks these sufficient open spaces for children and will strive to build a child-friendly atmosphere immediately.
Asian Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, 2017
In Dhaka, a common design practice for non-residential buildings is to install a full façade fixe... more In Dhaka, a common design practice for non-residential buildings is to install a full façade fixed glass on roadside elevation, majorly for aesthetic purpose, whatever the orientation, with indefensible argument for maximum daylight utilization into the building. But in practice, only a few meters from glass façade is comfortable for lighting tasks and further depth is incapable for completing tasks like writing, reading, drafting, and model making. The objective of this paper is to highlight the effectiveness of light shelves as enhancing device for architectural design studios to ensure overall interior day lighting quality for drafting and model making works. Using daylight simulation programs, this paper examines the impact of light shelves on indoor daylight illuminance on work plane height (2'-6"), at an adapted design studio classroom space enclosed by three side glass surfaces. The 3D models were first generated in the ECOTECT to study the distribution and uniformity of daylight in the interior space with Split Flux method. These models were then exported to a physically-based backward Raytracer, RADIANCE Synthetic Imaging software to generate realistic lighting levels for validating and crosschecking the ECOTECT results. The results showed that for achieving light levels closest to specified standards, light shelves at a height of 6'-0'' above floor level with 40'' width perform better among the alternatives studied including the alternative where no light shelves were existed. Finally, the decisions were verified with DAYSIM simulation program to ensure the compliance of the decisions with dynamic annual climate-based daylight performance metrics. It is expected that the outcome of this research will help architects and designers to decide the shape and size of the light shelves to improve the daylight performance in adapted rentable spaces in future.