Thesis (Ph.D.) - Cairo University - Faculty of Engineering - Department of Architectural Engineering

In recent years, Egypt has confronted a gigantic problem, concerning the growth of slums and informal settlements in frequent districts all over the capital. Moreover, Informal settlements are not only considered an inhabitants{u2019} problem or squalid parts suffering from lack of services, however it{u2019}s considered a complex phenomenon. Thus, the research aims at discovering Behavioral cultural factors{u2019} matrix (converted non-physicals) for urban spaces, and then integrated into a comprehensive development strategy to be applicable in development projects. Moreover the research tries to prove by inductive and deductive approaches that each informal area is a 2place3 with its cultural factors and personality

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