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Transforming an academic library’s spaces : An evaluation study of Deakin University Library at Burwood campus using TEALS discovery (2012)
Presentation / Conference
Abbasi, N., Elkadi, H., Owen, S., & Horn, A. (2012, July). Transforming an academic library’s spaces : An evaluation study of Deakin University Library at Burwood campus using TEALS discovery. Presented at Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) Biennial Conference 2012, Sydney, Australia

Libraries worldwide are transforming their spaces to better align with the changing needs of their communities. The aim of this paper is to outline the process and outcome of an evaluation study of transformed academic library spaces at the Melbo... Read More about Transforming an academic library’s spaces : An evaluation study of Deakin University Library at Burwood campus using TEALS discovery.

Urban ecology and the future of cities (2012)
Presentation / Conference
Meikel, H., & Elkadi, H. (2012, June). Urban ecology and the future of cities. Presented at The 5th Healthy Cities: Working Together to Achieve Liveable Cities Conference, Victoria, Australia

Development of a tool for evaluation of academic library spaces (TEALS) (2011)
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H., & Abassi, N. (2011, December). Development of a tool for evaluation of academic library spaces (TEALS). Presented at Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) Annual Research Conference, Newport, Wales

The paper provides a brief description of the tool for evaluating the quality and utilisation of academic library spaces (TEALS). Supported by Deakin University Library, TEALS has been developed out of a research project in the School of Architecture... Read More about Development of a tool for evaluation of academic library spaces (TEALS).

Assessing daylighting performance of a traditional residential neighbourhood in historical Cairo (2011)
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H., & Al Maiyah, S. (2011, November). Assessing daylighting performance of a traditional residential neighbourhood in historical Cairo. Presented at International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) 17th General Assembly Scientific Symposium, Paris, France

Traditional dwellings located in the hot arid zones of the Arabian regions are well known for their sensitive architectural response to the region’s climatic conditions and socio-cultural norms. The majority of these dwellings are well recognized... Read More about Assessing daylighting performance of a traditional residential neighbourhood in historical Cairo.

Thermal and ventilation performance of a multifunctional sports hall within an aquatic centre (2011)
Presentation / Conference
Ragojapalan, P., & Elkadi, H. (2011, November). Thermal and ventilation performance of a multifunctional sports hall within an aquatic centre. Presented at Building Simulation Conference 2011 (BS 2011), Sydney, Australia

There has been an increasing demand for sports facilities in urban areas recently. As a result of this, more attention is drawn towards not only the energy performance of these building typologies, but also creating a healthy indoor environment for t... Read More about Thermal and ventilation performance of a multifunctional sports hall within an aquatic centre.

Visioning a University (2011)
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H. (2011, August). Visioning a University. Presented at International Conference of Australian Institute of Landscape Architecture (AILA), Brisbane, Australia

Daylight for sustainable development of historic sites (2009)
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H. (2009, November). Daylight for sustainable development of historic sites. Presented at The 43rd International Architectural Science Association (ANZAScA) Conference, Tasmania, Australia

Smart Integrated Ecological Approach for Geelong, Australia
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H. Smart Integrated Ecological Approach for Geelong, Australia. Presented at 24th International Conference on Urban Planning, Regional Development and Information Society, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany

Regeneration of many cities is essential to enable their sustainable re-development but importantly to maintain their viability and creativity in this global and rapidly changing world. Most cities face major ecological challenges that require immedi... Read More about Smart Integrated Ecological Approach for Geelong, Australia.

Valuing local built heritage in a global setting : identity & visual perceptions of cultural built heritage in Northern Ireland
Presentation / Conference
Elkadi, H. Valuing local built heritage in a global setting : identity & visual perceptions of cultural built heritage in Northern Ireland. Presented at UNESCO University and Heritage 10th International Seminar : Cultural Landscapes in the 21 st Century Cultural Landscapes, Laws, Management, and Public Participation: heritage as a challenge of citizenship, Newcastle ­upon ­Tyne, UK

In these troubled times with the world in search of its bearings and wayward minds using the terms culture and civilization in an attempt to turn human beings against one another, there is an urgent need to remember how fundamental cultural diversity... Read More about Valuing local built heritage in a global setting : identity & visual perceptions of cultural built heritage in Northern Ireland.

Using Peoplemap technique to elicit and broadcast sense of place
Presentation / Conference
Xu, L., Elkadi, H., & Leao, S. Using Peoplemap technique to elicit and broadcast sense of place. Presented at ANZAScA 2011 : From principles to practice in architectural science : the 45th Annual conference of the Australian and New Zealand Architectural Science Association, Sydney, Australia

The population in Geelong Region is expected to keep growing. In order to work towards a better future of the region, it is essential to understand the feelings and needs of local communities and empower them in the community affairs. This study... Read More about Using Peoplemap technique to elicit and broadcast sense of place.