Volume 6, Issue 2 (December)

Articles in this Issue

5 articles
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.3y0v2y4j

Analysis of changes in residential rental values across selected residential density zones in Akure, Nigeria

Omolara Ehikhuemen*, David N. MBAZOR, Olusola J. ADEBIYI

Purpose: This study analysed changes in residential rental values across selected residential density zones in Akure, Nigeria, between 2004 and 2024. The study examined rental value trends within low-, medium- and high-density residential neighbourhoods and evaluated variations in rental growth patterns among selected residential property types within the study area. Design/Methodology/Approach: P...

Jul, 2026 pp. 1-13 47 views 21 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.ohoomb1f

CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN FRAMEWORK IN ABUJA METRO STATION: AN EMPIRICAL CASE STUDY

Pitche Doma*

Purpose: Public metro stations function as high-traffic, multimodal nodes that are inherently vulnerable to systemic socio-spatial security threats, a growing trend in most Urban centres especially in Nigeria. This study examines the structural application of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) parameters within existing infrastructure to develop an architectural blueprint for tr...

Jul, 2026 pp. 14-28 66 views 32 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.ga26sh73

CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS’ PERCEPTIONS OF BUILDING-CONTROL ENFORCEMENT BARRIERS IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL SURVEY

VICTOR IGE*, ADEBAYO ADEDAYO MICHAEL, BELLO MUSTAPHA OYEWOLE, TAIWO ABRAHAM, BELLO VICTORIA, ALAKE OLANIYI, MBAZOR DAVID, BINUYO OLADOTUN PETER

Purpose: Collapse of buildings is a recurring problem in Nigeria, with over 640 instances reported between 1974 and 2025 accounting for significant loss of lives and property. Regulatory failures still occur despite the provisions of the National Building Code (2006) and the creation of state-level building control agencies. This study examines construction professionals’ perceptions of the barrie...

Sep, 2026 pp. 29-39 20 views 7 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.jmcqj107

Socio-Economic Effects of Prolonged Road Construction on Business Performance, Urban Mobility, and Livelihoods in Sabon Tasha Community, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State

SIMEON DOGO*, Ibrahim Musa Mohammed, Waziri Samuel

This study examined the socio-economic effects of prolonged road construction on business performance, urban mobility, and livelihoods in Sabon Tasha Community, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study focused on the effects of prolonged road construction on shop owners, private motorists, commercial drivers, motorcycle riders, and tricycle operators. A descriptive survey des...

Sep, 2026 pp. 40-54 28 views 26 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.66884/kesj.2026.efof3dph

SYMBOLIC BIOPHILIC DESIGN AND RESTORATIVE EXPERIENCE IN NIGERIAN RESORT ARCHITECTURE: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF BEING AWAY

Ahmed Tahir Kasim*, Prof. Abubakar Danladi Isah

Purpose: Research on restorative environments has predominantly emphasized direct nature exposure through vegetation, daylight, and water features, while underexploring the role of symbolic biophilic design in built environments. This study advances restorative environment theory by examining how symbolic biophilic design influences restorative experience and the mediating role of "Being Away" wit...

Sep, 2026 pp. 69-78 19 views 2 downloads
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