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Department of Architectural Engineering consists of 'Architectural Structure' and 'Architectural and Urban Design'
We aim at improving earthquake-resistant performance of buildings. Our research topics are seismic performance of wooden structures, base isolation system and soil improvement method, dynamic soil-structure interaction and earthquake ground motion simulation.
Prof. Hisatoshi Kashiwa
Assoc. Prof. Hidenori Kawabe
Concrete Structure and Natural Disaster Science
Our research addresses the structural engineering and natural disaster science of concrete-based buildings, with particular emphasis on reinforced concrete structure, hybrid structures incorporating not only concrete and steel but also timber materials, and masonry structures commonly used overseas. We contribute to achieve safe and secure society against natural disasters through studies on the fundamental mechanical behavior of the above structures and the seismic performance evaluation of the buildings.
We conduct research on the mechanical property of materials, members and joints and on the theory of seismic design, forcussed on steel structures.
Prof. Susumu Kuwahara
Assist. Prof. Yuki Hatanaka
Architectural Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Behavior
Socio-spatial phenomena in spaces and places are analyzed to develop new theories for planning and design, based on environmental behavior studies and comprehension of area's context. Research themes cover following matters; 1) social and spatial system in villages, cities, and communities, 2) design methodology and theories, 3) spatial cognition and affordance, 4) environmental design for children, elderly and handicapped people, 5) action research for actual communities, 6) common space and 'Ibasyo' in urban environment.
Prof. Michihiro Kita
Assoc. Prof. Shigeki Matsubara
Assist. Prof. Dukwoo Kim
Assoc. Prof. Miwa Sugita
Assoc. Prof. Ayako Matsumoto
Assist. Prof. Hiroshi Tsuji
Assist. Prof. Alaa AlsherfawiAljazaerly
Architectural environmental engineering
Our mission is to achieve and maintain eco-friendly, healthy, comfortable, and productive indoor environments. To this end, we investigate the thermal, air, lighting, and acoustic conditions that influence human physiology and perception, and clarify how these factors contribute to indoor comfort. In addition, we develop various methods to analyze these environmental stimuli.
We elucidate the interrelationship between “spatial structures and social systems” and “human behavior and psychology” in architecture and urban spaces. We conduct research on spatial composition in architecture and cities, disaster prevention planning, community facilities, and methods for developing housing and residential areas. In particular, recent years have focused on research into the sustainable regeneration of residential areas and cities within a society facing population decline and climate change.
This Laboratory is involved in design of architectural morphology risk management, and evaluation of urban infrastructure, while providing a computer-aided design and graphic science education. We are aims to propose the future vision for architectural design and urban social design regarding a sustainable development.
Prof. Kensuke Yasufuku
Assist. Prof . Akira Takahashi
©Course of Architectural Engineering, Division of Global Architecture Graduate School of Engineering / School of Engineering The University of Osaka