Papers by Cristina Gonzalez-Longo
Routledge eBooks, Dec 29, 2020
Routledge eBooks, Dec 29, 2020
Routledge eBooks, Dec 29, 2020
Edinburgh University Press eBooks, Jun 23, 2020
This article reviews the book 'Ingenieria romana en Hispania. Historia y tecnicas constructiv... more This article reviews the book 'Ingenieria romana en Hispania. Historia y tecnicas constructivas' by Gonzalez Tascon, I. and Velazquez, I. 2005. ISBN 8495457520.
Book review of Bernard, J.-F., Bernardi, P. and Esposito, D. (eds.). Il reimpiego in Architettura... more Book review of Bernard, J.-F., Bernardi, P. and Esposito, D. (eds.). Il reimpiego in Architettura: recupero, trasformazione, uso. Collection de l'Ecole francaise de Rome, 418. Rome, 2008.
This book examines the influence of architectural design in the conservation of historic building... more This book examines the influence of architectural design in the conservation of historic buildings by discussing in detail an important building complex in Rome: the Temple of Venus and Rome, the monastery of Santa Maria Nova and the church of Santa Francesca Romana. As the only most complete site in the Roman Forum that has reached our times with a rich architectural stratification almost intact, it is a clear product of continuous preservation and transformation, which has not been studied in its complexity until now. The Temple of Venus and Rome and Santa Francesca Romana at the Roman Forum unravels the original designs and the subsequent interventions, including Giacomo Boni’s pioneering conservation of the monastery, carried out while excavating the Roman Forum in the early twentieth century. The projects are discussed in context to show their significance and the relationships between architects and patrons. Through its interdisciplinary focus on architectural design, conservation, archaeology, history and construction, this study is an ideal example for scholars, students and architects of how to carry out research in architectural conservation.
Edinburgh University Press eBooks, Jun 30, 2020
This chapter provides the evidence to demonstrate that the architecture of Mr James Smith constit... more This chapter provides the evidence to demonstrate that the architecture of Mr James Smith constituted a paradigm shift in Scotland. He gave a very personal and original development, based on his wider European experience, rather than a just acting as a precursor of English Palladianism, as it has been interpreted by Howard Colvin and others. It also discusses how Smith experimented with the very latest architectural theories and representation of his time. He was exposed to these during his studies at the Collegio Romano, in particular to Juan Caramuel Lobkowitz’s theories on ‘oblique architecture’ and Athanasius Kircher’s drawings. G. B. Vignola, rather than Palladio, was a great influence for Smith and examples of this are given: from an almost identical reproduction of a doorway at Newhailes to a reinterpretation of elements, critically his very characteristic ogee roof. The great sophistication and originality - at European level - of Smith’s architecture has been overlooked and part of his work has been attributed to others. This chapter dissects Smith’s innovations, interpreting them in accordance to the European architectural culture of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries.
The Strathprints institutional repository (https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk) is a digital archiv... more The Strathprints institutional repository (https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk) is a digital archive of University of Strathclyde research outputs. It has been developed to disseminate open access research outputs, expose data about those outputs, and enable the management and persistent access to Strathclyde's intellectual output.
The government of Malaysia has an ongoing People's Housing Programme (PPR) to construct one milli... more The government of Malaysia has an ongoing People's Housing Programme (PPR) to construct one million affordable housing units across the country. It is trying to address the problem of squatters and housing woes of the low-income population, especially in densely populated areas. The first-generation design samples of these high-rise PPR are now being superseded by a new design for the second-generation of the construction of such buildings. After the occupation of the buildings, the users have generally installed air conditioned units, which indicates that the original design process of the buildings had not taken into consideration the environmental issues and the subsequent indoor comfort and air quality of the units. The main objective of this research is to investigate the actual indoor comfort and carbon dioxide level which could be found at three different zones in both PPR generations. The results for the first-generation of PPR showed that the average operative temperature at the different levels of the buildings surpass the CIBSE Guide A, ASHRAE Standard 55-2010 and Malaysian Standard 1525:2014 limits. For the second-generation, the gradually increasing operative temperature profile for the unobstructed facing zone has resulted from the gradient wind profile in the urban areas. The eddies and recirculation regions of the wind movement at the obstructed facing zone had reduced operative temperature at intermediate part of the building and the weaker stack effect happened in the enclosed facing zone decreased the operative temperature at higher part of the buildings. The outcomes of the research intend to inform future design of these buildings, so that they achieve indoor comfort and air quality for the occupants as well as the subsequent reduction in consumption of energy and resources.
This paper discusses the work that the author has carried out as project and resident architect f... more This paper discusses the work that the author has carried out as project and resident architect for the conversion of Queensberry House, a 17th century Grade A-listed townhouse, as part of the new Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, Edinburgh. The complex stratification of this fine masonry building together with severe water penetration caused major problems when carrying out the works. The richness of the original masonry, the abusive additions and reconstruction over the centuries, like the late conversion to hospital, and the way the building fabric was conserved and reinstated are illustrated. Very little of the original interiors survived and there was a need to strengthen the building for reasons of security. The building now provides accommodation for the Presiding Officer and staff of the Parliament. The process followed since the author took over the conservation and conversion project, with the building as an almost masonry shell, until conclusion is discussed, including a record of the fabric condition and the decisions concerning its repair and final presentation.
This paper analyses the Roman influences in the architecture of Mr James Smith at the end of seve... more This paper analyses the Roman influences in the architecture of Mr James Smith at the end of seventeenth century and its legacy
The transformation of Drumlanrig Castle between 1679-98 makes it one of the most original and int... more The transformation of Drumlanrig Castle between 1679-98 makes it one of the most original and interesting buildings of its time in Britain. It was carried out at almost the same time as the Royal Palace of Holyrood, whose design, construction and procurement influenced the making of Drumlanrig. James Smith, one of the mason-contractors at Holyrood, went to work at Drumlanrig as an independent architect for the first time, providing a unique design that was in continuity with local practices but also aware of contemporary Continental architectural developments. The careful selection of craftsmen, techniques and materials make this building one of the finest in Scotland. Although the original drawings and accounts of the project have now disappeared, it is possible to trace the history of its design and construction through a series of documents and drawings at Drumlanrig Castle and by looking at the building itself. This paper will unravel the transformation of the building at the end of seventeenth-century, identifying the people, skills, materials, technologies and practices involved and discussing how the design ideas were implemented during the construction.
Heritage is recognised today as a sector of international strategic importance and the conservati... more Heritage is recognised today as a sector of international strategic importance and the conservation of historic buildings becomes, internationally, an increasingly common and shared activity for architects and other professionals. There is however a lack of understanding between the general public of what conservation and restoration is, as well as a shortfall between theoretical and philosophical developments concerning the contemporary concept of built cultural heritage and the current professional practices, and even research methodologies. This paper reflects on this observation and proposes a model for the integration of traditional knowledge and contemporary technologies and for a more effective communication with the wider public.
Book review of Cassinello, P. (ed.) Felix Candela. Centenary 2010. Universidad Politecnica Madrid... more Book review of Cassinello, P. (ed.) Felix Candela. Centenary 2010. Universidad Politecnica Madrid and Fundacion Juanelo Turriano. Ediciones Lampreave.
Book review of L'Obra del Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes des de la Seva Fundació ... more Book review of L'Obra del Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes des de la Seva Fundació Fins al Segle XVI. Un Monestir Reial per a L'Orde de Les Clarisses a Catalunya. Institut Privat d’Estudis Món Juïc, Universidad Autónoma de Barcelon
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Architectural and Environmental Engineering, Apr 13, 2015
Large migration from rural areas to urban areas like Kuala Lumpur has led to some implications fo... more Large migration from rural areas to urban areas like Kuala Lumpur has led to some implications for economic, social and cultural development. This high population has placed enormous demand on the existing housing stocks, especially for low-income groups. However, some issues arise, one of which is overheated indoor air temperature. This problem contributes to the high-energy usage that forces huge sums of money to be spent on cooling the house by using mechanical equipment. Therefore, this study focuses on thermal comfort in social housing, and incorporates traditional values into its design to achieve a certain measurement of natural ventilation in a house. From the study, the carbon emission and energy consumption for an air-conditioned house is 67%, 66% higher than a naturally ventilated house. Therefore, this research has come up with a new typology design, which has a large exposed wall area and full-length openings on the opposite walls to increase cross ventilation. At the end of this research, the measurement of thermal comfort for a naturally ventilated building called 'Air House' has been identified.
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Papers by Cristina Gonzalez-Longo
Kuala Lumpur has led to some implications for economic, social and
cultural development. This high population has placed enormous
demand on the existing housing stocks, especially for low-income
groups. However, some issues arise, one of which is overheated
indoor air temperature. This problem contributes to the high-energy
usage that forces huge sums of money to be spent on cooling the
house by using mechanical equipment. Therefore, this study focuses
on thermal comfort in social housing, and incorporates traditional
values into its design to achieve a certain measurement of natural
ventilation in a house. From the study, the carbon emission and
energy consumption for an air-conditioned house is 67%, 66% higher
than a naturally ventilated house. Therefore, this research has come
up with a new typology design, which has a large exposed wall area
and full-length openings on the opposite walls to increase cross
ventilation. At the end of this research, the measurement of thermal
comfort for a naturally ventilated building called ‘AirHouse’ has
been identified.