Integrating Architecture and Design Into Sustainable Tourism Development

Farzaneh Hosseini (University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Muscat, Oman) and Shivam Bhartiya (Jain University, India)

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ISBN13: 9798369373880

ISBN13 Softcover: 9798369373897

EISBN13: 9798369373903

DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-7388-0

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The complex interplay between tourism, architecture, and sustainable development enhances comprehension of how architectural design may positively impact sustainable tourism. Creative programs that incorporate sustainable design, cultural heritage, and environmentally friendly materials and technologies harmonize environmental stewardship with tourism development, promoting sustainability in tourism through thoughtful and inventive design solutions. The convergence of sustainable design and tourism is vital in influencing the adoption of rules that encourage sustainable building standards within the tourism sector and for building a more sustainable future for tourism.

Integrating Architecture and Design Into Sustainable Tourism Development strives to build a more sustainable future for tourism, where architectural and design considerations play a vital role in limiting environmental consequences while enhancing socio-cultural and economic benefits. Covering topics including virtual tourism, socio-economic equitability, and destination branding, this book is an excellent resource for architect professionals, urban planners, designers, hotel and resort developers, tourism operators, destination managers, policymakers, government officials, scholars, researcher, academicians, professionals, and more.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Community-Based Tourism
Destination Branding
Environmental Safeguarding
Heritage Gardens
Multicultural Collaborative Tourism
Renewable Energy Solutions
Socio-Economic Equitability
Spatial Quality
Stakeholder Engagement
Sustainable Design
Sustainable Tourism
Tourism Infrastructure
Tourist Behavior and Perceptions
Vernacular Architecture
Virtual Tourism

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Farzaneh Hosseini , an accomplished Iranian architect and educator, was born on January 21, 1987, in Bushehr, Iran. Currently residing in Oman, she holds a Ph.D. in Architecture from Isfahan Islamic Azad University, focusing on Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE) components and residential satisfaction. Farzaneh's academic journey includes a Master's in Engineering from the same university and a Bachelor's in Architectural Technology Engineering. With a decade of teaching experience in Iran and Oman, she has contributed significantly to architectural education, serving as a lecturer, teaching assistant, and thesis advisor. Farzaneh is a licensed Grade II engineer with expertise in design, supervision, and construction execution, recognized by the Ministry of Road and Urbanization. Her professional background encompasses roles as an architect, interior designer, and supervisor in both Oman and Iran. Additionally, she has excelled in sports, being a former member of the Iran national archery and woodball teams. Farzaneh's research prowess is evident in her publications and presentations on topics ranging from climate change impacts on architecture to urban public spaces' social interactions. She continues to make strides in academia and professional practice, embodying excellence in architecture, education, and research.

Dr Shivam Bhartiya is an expert with more than 8 years of experience in Tourism Management. Prior to taking up the current role at the CDOE, Jain (deemed-to-be) University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, Dr. Bharitya serverd at Central University of Karnataka, GD Goenka University, and Hemvati Nandan Bahuguan Garhwal Central University as an Assistant Professor at Hemvati Nandan Bahuguan Garhwal Central University. He holds a PhD in Tourism Management with expertise in community development, destination planning and management, tourism and gender, tourism marketing and tourism psychology.

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