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Item Title: urban identity under pressure(UMT Lahore, 2025) M. Mudaser Naeem; Shahzaib Mahmood; Hassan AjmalThe rapid expansion of private educational institutions in residential zones has led to complex urban challenges, particularly in the context of land use shifts, congestion, and identity erosion. This study investigates the spatial and socio-cultural transformation occurring around the University of Management and Technology (UMT) in Lahore, where academic-driven development has triggered significant gentrification pressures. Using a qualitative research framework grounded in field-based observations, mental mapping, and interviews with key stakeholders—including students, residents, vendors, and administrators—the study explores how placemaking can serve as a strategic tool for reimagining inclusive urban development. Satellite imagery analysis from 2005 to 2025 reveals a 700% increase in built-up area, highlighting unchecked urban densification and the conversion of residential zones into commercial clusters. The research identifies critical issues such as pedestrian-vehicular conflict, lack of student-centric public spaces, and informal vendor encroachments. In response, the study proposes a set of urban design interventions including pedestrianized corridors, student life plazas, community libraries, and mobility infrastructure—all aimed at restoring identity and functionality. The findings underscore the urgent need for participatory placemaking and policy frameworks that prioritize inclusivity, accessibility, and spatial equity. This thesis contributes to the discourse on university-driven gentrification and offers practical, localized design solutions that can be adapted to similar educational districts experiencing urban pressure. Index Terms: Placemaking, Gentrification, Urban IdentityItem Evaluating the potential of Comprehensive Cycling Network for UMT Students(UMT Lahore, 2025) Rabiya Jawad; Muhammad Daniyal AdilThe research examines the potential of a comprehensive cycling network to improve mobility for students at the University of Management and Technology (UMT) in Lahore. The research explores how dedicated cycling infrastructure can contribute to safer, more sustainable, and inclusive urban transport in a context dominated by motorized vehicles. Using in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations, the study captures the perspectives of students, urban planners, and local stakeholders to identify existing challenges, user needs, and opportunities for promoting cycling. Drawing on these insights, it proposes design interventions for key corridors PIA Road and UMT Road featuring continuous, protected cycling lanes, secure and weather-protected parking facilities, and improved connectivity to residential and commercial areas. The findings indicate a strong willingness among students to adopt cycling, provided adequate infrastructure and safety measures are implemented. The study concludes that a thoughtfully planned cycling network can enhance accessibility, alleviate traffic congestion, promote healthier lifestyles, and support environmental sustainability. It underscores the importance of phased implementation, consistent maintenance, policy alignment, and stakeholder engagement to ensure long-term effectiveness and adoption.Item A comprehensive analysis of urban matrix(UMT Lahore, 2025) Ibrahim Amer; Muhammad Waleed Nasar; Muhammad WaqarItem Urban flood risk mapping and vulnerability assessment in gwadar a gis-based approach(UMT Lahore, 2025) SIRAJ; SHAKIR FAREEDI; MUHAMMAD RAHIMUrban flooding has become an increasingly severe global challenge, particularly affecting cities in developing nations where rapid, unregulated urbanization, deficient infrastructure, and climate change converge to create compounded risks. Gwadar, a strategic coastal city in Balochistan, Pakistan, exemplifies this vulnerability. Positioned at the heart of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the city is undergoing rapid transformation yet remains critically unprepared for recurring flood events—highlighted starkly by the February 2023 flood, which displaced thousands and submerged critical infrastructure. This research employs a mixed-methods design integrating Geographic Information Systems (GIS)-based spatial analysis with a survey-based socio-economic vulnerability assessment. High-resolution topographic data, land use classification, are combined with structured community surveys (N=286) to develop a comprehensive flood risk profile for Gwadar. A composite Urban Flood Risk Perception Index (UFRPI) is constructed using four dimensions: exposure, sensitivity, adaptive capacity, and mitigation trust, reflecting how residents perceive and experience flood vulnerability. GIS-based flood risk maps reveal severe exposure in low-lying coastal areas including Faqeer Colony, Nayabad, Main Bazaar, and Old Town. Meanwhile, socio-economic indicators such as income, housing quality, and education level show a strong correlation with perceived risk, particularly in informal settlements. The UFRPI scores confirm significant concern over institutional readiness and resilience capacity. The study not only identifies critical physical and social vulnerabilities but also offers strategic planning recommendations: improved drainage infrastructure strategies, real-time early warning systems, community-based preparedness, and climate-adaptive zoning policies. This research contributes an innovative, replicable framework for flood resilience in coastal cities of the Global SouthItem Analyzing the effects of u-turn locations on traffic patterns in lahore urban areas(UMT Lahore, 2025) Hussam Ahmad; Ali TamoorItem Enhancing Community Well-being Through Inclusive Urban Parks:(UMT Lahore, 2025) Faiza Ashfaq; Muhammad AhmadUrban green areas play a crucial function in promoting bodily, intellectual, and social well being, but their blessings are not similarly available to all urban citizens. This have a look at examines the effect of inclusive urban parks on community nicely-being, with a specific consciousness on Bagh-e-Jinnah in Lahore, Pakistan one of the united states’s maximum densely populated towns facing rapid urbanization and shrinking inexperienced space availability. the usage of a blended-methods studies layout, the study investigates person satisfaction, accessibility challenges, and community preferences thru surveys, interviews, and observational analysis. Emphasis is placed at the stories of inclined agencies, inclusive of women, children, the elderly, and people with disabilities, who frequently face structural and social obstacles in making use of public parks. The findings screen that inclusive design functions ,which includes usual get right of entry to pathways, gender-sensitive facilities, sensory gardens, and possibilities for social interaction— are strongly related to more advantageous perceptions of protection, inclusiveness, and well being. The studies proposes a context-sensitive, replicable layout framework that integrates ecological, social, and accessibility considerations into city park planning. This examine contributes to the discourse on sustainable and inclusive city development and gives realistic hints for policymakers, city planners, and designers searching for to foster equitable access to public spaces in hastily growing towns.Item Factors affecting livability in lahore:(UMT Lahore, 2025) Muhammad Khalid Farooq; Usama NaeemItem Bridging solar energy with urban micro-mobility:(UMT Lahore, 2025) Muhammad JunaidThis thesis investigates how solar panels on building rooftops can be directly connected with e-mopeds to offer a self‑sustained, low‑emission transportation system in Lahore, Pakistan. As Excessive reliance on petrol two‑wheelers in Lahore is a major contributor to nearly 40 percent of urban air pollution in Lahore, while households face frequent power cuts and high electricity bills. By integrating Rooftop solar panels with e‑mopeds, we aim to transform every sunny rooftop into a mini solar‑to‑wheels station. From the perspective of Behavioral Reasoning Theory, we designed and executed an official survey of 590 citizens of Lahore's nine towns. Both ranked the functioning mechanism of rooftop‑solar charging stations, as well as their attitudes towards the implementation of this twin‑technology policy. Our results show that the idea of "charging at home from the sun" is attractive, About 60-70 percent show that they are somewhat interested in this idea. Yet, they also face actual barriers, the upfront cost of panels and chargers, public charging availability, and uncertainty about how far a single solar charge will take them. Drawing on these results, we recommend a three stage deployment plan. Pilot small-scale solar kiosks on university campuses first, where vacant roof space and student interest can provide rapid feedback. Roll out solar-charged stations at bus and metro stops second, coupling clean energy with mass transit. Third, we roll out home-and-community solar charger installations at residential and commercial areas third. To support each stage, we recommend selective incentives grants or low-interest loans for solar-EV bikes and panels, simplified permitting for panel and charger mounting, technical standards to ensure safe, reliable equipment, and community events to offer real rides on solar-powered e-mopeds and a better return of solar electricity as opposed to current price per unit. This research makes applied, statistical and theoretical contributions by illustrating the combination of two established clean technologies, rooftop solar photovoltaics and electric mopeds as a single solution to energy security. By mapping out residents' needs and concerns and providing a clear policy and deployment plan to establish Micro mobility in the city of Lahore, Pakistan.Item Identification of Urban Renewal Sites(UMT Lahore, 2025) Muhammad Hamza; Arslan NaeemCities are trying to adapt to the rapidly changing global trends by regenerating themselves. Approaches and practices of urban renewal are different in several countries. In Pakistan’s cities, particularly in the past decade, urban renewal practices, processes and consequences have sparked several debates. The ‗new‘ gained or converted spaces in the city are also significant in terms of their impacts on urban identity. In this context, this research study aims to identify the influences of urban renewal, which occurred in the historical city centers, as in the case of Lahore. The research study determines general framework of urban renewal and then, defines a conceptual framework for assessing and locating inner city renewal sites. This research develops a Geographic Information System (GIS) - based spatial framework to solve issues related to urban renewal sites. The framework consists of three main modules: land information database. In the process of developing this framework, two tasks are completed. Initially, key factors affecting land-use decision making in urban renewal planning are identified and are then quantitatively examined from five perspectives of land attributes: inherent/physical, social, environmental and recreational. Secondly, spatial analysis of the above-mentioned features is carried out by using GIS. Several new planning approaches such as scenario planning, public participation, and collaborative interaction are included in this framework to improve the planning processes by enhancing their adoption and application in urban planning. This proposed framework is found to be a useful tool for both practitioners and researchers involved in sustainable planning for urban renewal.