School of Built Environment (SBE) Collection
Recent Submissions
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An assessment of the role of formalization of informal land rights on land market : case study : Kitumba Sub-County, Kabale District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Land rights in many developing countries, like Uganda, are informal, leading to land insecurity and hindering economic growth. While efforts are underway to formalize Land rights, the impact on the Land Market remains ... -
Flood susceptibility mapping in Kasese District using random forest
(Makerere University, 2026)Kasese district, people experience floods and its intense consequences, their properties are damaged, they are displaced, infrastructures damaged this is mainly due to intense rainfall leading to the bursting of the river ... -
Assessing the impact of subcontractor performance monitoring and oversight on project delays on building construction in Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2025)Delays in building construction projects remain a persistent challenge in Kampala, often leading to increased costs, compromised quality, and reduced stakeholder satisfaction. A major contributing factor to these delays ... -
An evaluation of the design of maternity centers in Uganda; A case of the National Referral Women Hospitals
(Makerere University, 2022-05)Inter-disciplinary research between architecture and health care reveals that the built environment may worsen rather than enhance health results by disrupting inter-person communication and increasing patient and staff ... -
Application of the land administration domain model in a 3d cadaster for Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-01-06)With the fast increase of urban environments around the world, more innovative and efficient land titling systems are needed to enable urban development in our crowded cities. Due to the scarcity of land, sophisticated ... -
An investigation into the growth of self-help housing and planning strategies of slum dwellers : a case of Mulimira Zone, Kamwokya
(Makerere University, 2022)By investigating into the self help housing and planning strategies of slum dwellers, the reasons as to why and how the self help buildings come up, were drawn. Different building strategies slum dwellers use, in coming ... -
Assessing the Impact of Land evictions on Urban Livelihood in Wakiso District, A case study of Lusanja
(Makerere university, 2025-05)This study assessed the impact of land evictions on urban livelihoods in Lusanja, Wakiso District, with particular attention to the socio-economic and legal implications for affected populations. A mixed-methods research ... -
The impact of design based artificial intelligence on the practice of architecture in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2026)This study investigates the appropriateness of wellness retreat centers as environments for promoting stress recovery and mental rejuvenation. In an era where chronic stress and burnout are increasingly prevalent, wellness ... -
Investigating the appropriateness of wellness retreat centers for enhancing well-being: A case of the Great Outdoors Kalanamu
(Makerere University, 2026)This study investigates the appropriateness of wellness retreat centers as environments for promoting stress recovery and mental rejuvenation. In an era where chronic stress and burnout are increasingly prevalent, wellness ... -
The impact of green building technologies adoption on occupancy levels in commercial office spaces in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025)This study investigates the impact of green building technologies (GBTs) adoption on occupancy levels of commercial office buildings in Kampala, Uganda, amidst rising climate change challenges. Using a survey research ... -
An investigation into the role of public transport in meeting urban mobility needs for vulnerable groups.
(Makerere University, 2025)This study investigates into the role of public transport in meeting the urban mobility needs of vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, people with disabilities, and low-income communities, in urban areas. Chapter One ... -
Are public spaces really public? An investigation into the inclusivity and accessibility of public open spaces in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2026)This dissertation investigates the factors influencing inclusivity and accessibility in public open spaces in Kampala City. The research focuses on mapping and assessing the current status of these open spaces and proposing ... -
Assessing the level of public compliance to property rating policies in newly established town councils. Case study of Buwama Town Council, Mpigi district.
(Makerere University, 2025)This study investigates the level of public compliance with property rating policy in Buwama Town Council, Mpigi district-Uganda, focusing on the Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of property owners. The central point ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of earned value management in cost and time control as a construction project management technique in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025-05)Earned Value Management (EVM) has gained considerable traction in Uganda’s construction industry as a promising project management tool. However, its actual effectiveness remains unclear, as many projects continue to ... -
Investigating the effectiveness of speed hums and rumble strips as speed calming measures on roads in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2025-05)In Kampala, Uganda, speeding is a critical road safety issue, contributing to 50% of road crashes, with motorcycles and light vehicles being the most affected. This study investigates the effectiveness of speed humps and ... -
Assessing the efficiency of maintenance in practices for common areas in condominium properties in Nakawa Division.
(Makerere university, 2026)This study assessed the efficiency of condominium common area maintenance practices in Nakawa Division, Kampala. The research aimed to investigate existing maintenance practices, identify key challenges facing condominium ... -
Enhancing the adoption of interlocking stabilized soil blocks for affordable housing in Uganda : a comparative study with alternative masonry products
(Makerere University, 2025)This research study was performed to evaluate the viability of Interlocking Stabilized Soil Blocks (ISSBs) as an alternative to conventional masonry materials in Uganda, focusing on their structural performance, thermal ... -
The adoption of damp-proof cream application as a remedial solution in preventing rising damp in Ugandan residential houses.
(Makerere University, 2025-05)This study explores the adoption of damp-proof cream (DPC) as a remedial solution for rising damp in Ugandan residential houses, addressing the significant structural and aesthetic damage caused by absent or defective ... -
Assessing the Effects of Ongoing Road Reconstruction Delays on Commercial Property Values.
(Makerere University, 2025-05)The study seeks to investigate “the Effects of Ongoing Road Reconstruction Delays on Commercial Property Values": case study of Salaama Road in Makindye Division”. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including surveys ... -
Assessing the impact of the leasehold tenure on economic development in Kiboga district.
(Makerere University, 2026)Land tenure plays a big role in the economic development of any nation or particular area and proper utilization of the various forms can greatly enhance both the economic and social wellbeing of the people. This study ...
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