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Adebowale, O J and Agumba, J N (2023) A meta-analysis of factors affecting construction labour productivity in the Middle East. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 193-220.

Arowoiya, V A and Oyefusi, O N (2023) An analysis of the benefits of adopting modular construction: A Nigerian construction industry context. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 243-65.

Au-Yong, C P, Ali, A S and Pavaraj, A (2023) Prioritising the maintenance of university hostels to improve students’ satisfaction. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 151-69.

Buhamizo, I, Muhwezi, L and Sengonzi, R (2023) A regression model to enhance the profitability of local construction contractors in Uganda. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 221-41.

Chigara, B and Moyo, T (2023) The impact of COVID-19 on the construction sector in Zimbabwe. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 91-111.

Erlita, A, Amin, M and Bintoro, B P K (2023) Multiphase project risk management on food factory building construction: Consultant perspective. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 1-17.

Kahvandi, Z, Melhado, S and Viana, M L (2023) Solutions to overcome integrated project delivery implementation barriers: A meta-synthesis approach. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 63-89.

Khamaksorn, A, Nimmolrat, A, Mahat, N and Thinnukool, O (2023) An IDEF0 functional planning model for the development of an asset management framework: A case study of chiang mai university. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 133-50.

Kikwasi, G J, Sospeter, N G and Rwelamila, P D (2023) Critical success factors for adopting supply chain management in Tanzanian construction projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 43-61.

Mnea, A and Zairul, M (2023) Housing design studies in Saudi Arabia: A thematic review. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 317-39.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: population; sustainability; Saudi Arabia; architectural design; housing design
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  • URL: http://web.usm.my/jcdc/vol28_1_2023/jcdc2023.28.1.15.pdf
  • Abstract:
    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) envisions sufficient housing access for its citizens, but the Ministry of Housing is unable to fulfil the housing requirements across various population segments. This necessitates research on architectural designs. This study reviewed relevant research over the past decade (housing design patterns and trends) derived from code-to-document analysis with ATLAS.ti 8, as well as the state of the housing design discipline. A total of 33 pertinent studies published between 2011 and 2021 were elicited through a keyword search from specific databases (Scopus, ScienceDirect and Emerald Insight) and divided thematically based on financial, social and sustainability factors. The review, which emphasised the design process, identified little correlation between the process and a systematic attempt to fulfil citizens’ requirements. Both knowledge and praxis-oriented gaps were ascertained in the interior housing design process. Specifically, this study evaluated empirical works on housing designs and elaborated on the research area based on KSA citizens’ financial, social and sustainability needs. This two-fold review presents a synthesis of current literature for local scholars and functions as a guideline for filling knowledge gaps that require bridging in future works and for house designs and interiors to complement KSA citizens’ requirements.

Moyo, T, Mukawa, M, Moyo, C and Chigara, B (2023) Expected competencies of quantity surveyors in Zimbabwe. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 19-42.

Osman, A M and Liu, Y S (2023) Critical determinants of the competitiveness of the Ghanaian construction industry. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 267-91.

Parra, H A, Zuñiga-Collazos, A and Cruz-Caicedo, L F (2023) Impact of external risks on international construction projects success: Evidence from commonwealth caribbean islands. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 113-32.

Powmya, A, Nazirah, Z A and Nurul Sakina, M A (2023) Determination of contractor strategies in delivering construction projects in Oman. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 293-316.

Yap, J B H and Lim, S Y (2023) Collaborative project procurement in the construction industry: Investigating the drivers and barriers in Malaysia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 171-92.