The topic of social assistance for migrant newcomers often sparks heated public debate and remains a prominent concern on the policy agenda. Society – including the target groups of welfare institutions – has experienced a growing level of diversity. This reality gives rise to new demands and changing profiles of individuals who benefit from welfare services. Welfare institutions, which are responsible for providing social assistance, play a crucial role in granting access to social benef...

This edited volume explores the interface between psychiatry and spiritual care. Philosophers, psychiatrists and chaplains focus on recovery, trauma and grief in mental health care, prison and military settings.

 

Creating a circular economy within the built environment is vital to achieve a more sustainable society. By replacing building components with more circular ones during new construction, maintenance and renovation, we can gradually create a circular built environment. There are many different possible design variants for circular building components. Yet, knowledge on which variants are the most most circular, and which are feasible to implement is lacking. In this dissertation, we aimed to d...

The neglect of significance, deterioration and consequent devaluation of the post-war mass housing neighbourhoods are major challenges, both in the field of heritage conservation and management and in urban planning and design. The reasons for their deterioration are different, and interlinked with the socio-cultural discourse, as well as the spatial characteristics of these neighbourhoods. This doctoral research addresses the challenges of those neighbourhoods, focusing on New Belgrade Block...

In improving the sustainability of our built environment, European institutions emphasize the importance of protecting and advancing cultural values. As most of the stock is not listed, nor is its heritage significance assessed, future sustainable developments risk neglecting present attributes, causing the loss of resources and their significance. This problem applies to 1965-1985 Dutch housing, comprising over 30% of the stock, with no clarity on its heritage significance. This thesis aims ...

This thesis brings forward the design dimension, and, more specifically, co-design, to the study of housing affordability. Co-design occurs when end-users and professionals work together towards a common goal. It is a process often applied in collaborative housing, an umbrella concept encompassing different housing forms based on collective self-organisation and collaboration, where residents choose to share certain spaces. The aim of this research is to assess if and how co-design processes ...

Slow Costuming delves into a comprehensive approach to costume design, emphasizing on the synergy between all elements involved in the crafting process of a performance. This method highlights the critical collaboration between the costume designer, performer, and the entire team. The fusion of the designer's and performer's work during fittings, creation, dressing, and performing is essential. The interplay between costume and embodiment is pivotal in animating a narrative. Well-fitted costu...

Step into the captivating world of "Moya's Diary", an enchanting memoir that illuminates the remarkable bond between a grandson and his extraordinary grandmother. Join Sean on a remarkable journey as he unveils the pages of this personal diary, sharing cherished memories, heartfelt emotions, and unforgettable moments. From the bustling streets of London to the tranquil beauty of Wales, experience the magic of family, love, and resilience that transcends time. With eloquent prose and vivid sto...

Punk Back Magazine is a visual journey through art and culture. The Dutch writer and artist Fredrik Hamer give his vision of the world through 23 subjects in words and images. Enjoy literature, music, dance, photography, and much more. In volume 1, extra attention is paid to Utrecht, Fredrik's birthplace. Read, watch, and frame it!