The Impact of the facades of Collective Housing on Urban Identity: Case Study of Ferizaj
Session
Architecture and Spatial Planning
Description
Among all cities in Kosovo, Ferizaj, which has experienced some of the most dynamic post-war changes, has seen rapid urban growth that paradoxically resulted in aesthetic disorder in the facades of townhouse buildings. Despite rising incomes and increased urbanization, the absence of strategic planning and oversight in facade interventions for residential buildings has created visual chaos, disrupting the city's architectural harmony. The inconsistent alterations—ranging from the use of different colors and materials to the addition of enclosed balconies—have drastically transformed the town’s architectural order. 115 This study uses the case of the city of Ferizaj to demonstrate how the ad hoc interventions on the facades of collective buildings have been compromising the beauty of the town and, more importantly, these interventions have a direct impact on the resident’s life quality. By conducting interviews with various stakeholders, the research explores the consequences of lacking standards and regulatory oversight in housing development. To address this aesthetic chaos in Ferizaj’s collective housing facades, it is crucial to develop a plan for unification and improvement, including the community and institutions, to achieve a more attractive and functional cityscape. Ultimately, the research will recommend a coordinated approach to facade materials, emphasizing collaboration between the community and local authorities to create a more coherent and aesthetically pleasing urban image.
Keywords:
Collective Housing, Aesthetic Chaos, Urban Planning, Façade, Ferizaj.
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-982-15-3
Location
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Start Date
25-10-2024 9:00 AM
End Date
27-10-2024 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2024.59
Recommended Citation
Jashari, Rineta; Sylejmani, Mimoza; Veliu, Safete; and Arifi, Artine, "The Impact of the facades of Collective Housing on Urban Identity: Case Study of Ferizaj" (2024). UBT International Conference. 14.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/2024UBTIC/ASP/14
The Impact of the facades of Collective Housing on Urban Identity: Case Study of Ferizaj
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Among all cities in Kosovo, Ferizaj, which has experienced some of the most dynamic post-war changes, has seen rapid urban growth that paradoxically resulted in aesthetic disorder in the facades of townhouse buildings. Despite rising incomes and increased urbanization, the absence of strategic planning and oversight in facade interventions for residential buildings has created visual chaos, disrupting the city's architectural harmony. The inconsistent alterations—ranging from the use of different colors and materials to the addition of enclosed balconies—have drastically transformed the town’s architectural order. 115 This study uses the case of the city of Ferizaj to demonstrate how the ad hoc interventions on the facades of collective buildings have been compromising the beauty of the town and, more importantly, these interventions have a direct impact on the resident’s life quality. By conducting interviews with various stakeholders, the research explores the consequences of lacking standards and regulatory oversight in housing development. To address this aesthetic chaos in Ferizaj’s collective housing facades, it is crucial to develop a plan for unification and improvement, including the community and institutions, to achieve a more attractive and functional cityscape. Ultimately, the research will recommend a coordinated approach to facade materials, emphasizing collaboration between the community and local authorities to create a more coherent and aesthetically pleasing urban image.