ARCH569 Sustainable Design Studio
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Architecture
Nerma Omićević
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This subject examines the impact of disasters on the cities. It explores the use of the city's urbanscape during the disaster process, through the role of its open public spaces, in natural and man-made disaster categories. Selected case studies will be analysed to highlight key issues and to understand the role of architecture and urban planning in the post-disaster recovery and rehabilitation process. Students will undertake research and develop a sustainable design project, by applying the concept of Blue-Green infrastructure in an urban context, in order to enhance the urban resilience and sustainability of cities.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
The Urban Rehabilitation of Post-Disaster Scapes. Omićević, N., Bojanić Obad Šćitaroci, B. Disaster Resilience and Green Growth. Springer. 2023 Strengthening Blue-Green Infrastructure in our Cities. Enhancing Blue-Green Infrastructure and Social Performance in High Density Urban Environments. Ramboll Foundation. 2016. Admiraal, H., & Narang Suri, S. (2015). Think Deep: Planning, development and use of underground space in cities; International Society of City and Regional Planners and International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association, (ISOCARP): The Hague, Netherlands, 2015.
Additional Literature
Various articles to be provided by the lecturer.Teaching Methods
Lecture method during the lesson development; the collaboration method and discussion during the class exercise.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Assignments and Course Administration | |
| 2 | The Role of Open Public Spaces in Disaster Managament | |
| 3 | The Concept of Urban Resilience and Sustainability - Designing Open Public Spaces for building Urban Resilience | |
| 4 | The Concept of Blue Green Infrastructure; BGI on Different Scales; Resilience Plannig and Design for Sustainble Urban Development | |
| 5 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Research | |
| 6 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Design Strategy Proposal | |
| 7 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Design Strategy Proposal | |
| 8 | Midterm Exam - Phase 1 Submission | Design Project Research Brief and Design Strategy Proposal |
| 9 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |
| 10 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |
| 11 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |
| 12 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio_Presentation Phase 2 Submission | Design Project Development - Concept |
| 13 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Review | |
| 14 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Review | |
| 15 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Pre-Final Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH569.1 | Course | Wednesday 17:00 - 18:50 | A F3.10 - Architecture Classroom | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 12:00 | A F3.18 | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 12:00 | A F3.18 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam_Design Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 6
Design Project Development - Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 5 6
Mid Term Exam_Disaster Case Study Analysis - Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
15 hours ⏳ (5 week × 3 h)
Assignments
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
In-class exercise
24 hours ⏳ (8 week × 3 h)
Home study
21 hours ⏳ (7 week × 3 h)
Midterm
18 hours ⏳ (6 week × 3 h)
Final Exam
16 hours ⏳ (8 week × 2 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH569] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH569 | Sustainable Design Studio | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Nerma Omićević | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 9:30-12:00 Thursday: 9:30-12:00 |
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| nomicevic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This subject examines the impact of disasters on the cities. It explores the use of the city's urbanscape during the disaster process, through the role of its open public spaces, in natural and man-made disaster categories. Selected case studies will be analysed to highlight key issues and to understand the role of architecture and urban planning in the post-disaster recovery and rehabilitation process. Students will undertake research and develop a sustainable design project, by applying the concept of Blue-Green infrastructure in an urban context, in order to enhance the urban resilience and sustainability of cities. | |||||||||
| Textbook | The Urban Rehabilitation of Post-Disaster Scapes. Omićević, N., Bojanić Obad Šćitaroci, B. Disaster Resilience and Green Growth. Springer. 2023 Strengthening Blue-Green Infrastructure in our Cities. Enhancing Blue-Green Infrastructure and Social Performance in High Density Urban Environments. Ramboll Foundation. 2016. Admiraal, H., & Narang Suri, S. (2015). Think Deep: Planning, development and use of underground space in cities; International Society of City and Regional Planners and International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association, (ISOCARP): The Hague, Netherlands, 2015. | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecture method during the lesson development; the collaboration method and discussion during the class exercise. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Course Assignments and Course Administration | |||||||||
| Week 2 | The Role of Open Public Spaces in Disaster Managament | |||||||||
| Week 3 | The Concept of Urban Resilience and Sustainability - Designing Open Public Spaces for building Urban Resilience | |||||||||
| Week 4 | The Concept of Blue Green Infrastructure; BGI on Different Scales; Resilience Plannig and Design for Sustainble Urban Development | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Research | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Design Strategy Proposal | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 1 Design Strategy Proposal | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam - Phase 1 Submission | Design Project Research Brief and Design Strategy Proposal | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Phase 2_Project development | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio_Presentation Phase 2 Submission | Design Project Development - Concept | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Review | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Review | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Design Project Tutorials - Studio - Pre-Final Review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam_Design Project | 1 | 40 | 6 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Design Project Development - Presentation | 1 | 30 | 5,6 | Not Allowed | |
| Mid Term Exam_Disaster Case Study Analysis - Presentation | 1 | 30 | 1;2;3;4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 5 | 15 | Assignments | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| In-class exercise | 3 | 8 | 24 | Home study | 3 | 7 | 21 | |||
| Midterm | 3 | 6 | 18 | Final Exam | 2 | 8 | 16 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 25/02/2026 | |||||||||