Effat University Repository
Effat University Institutional Repository
Welcome to the Effat University Repository, a service of Effat Library and Cultural Museum. This repository provides global and open access to scholarship and research output created by Effat University faculty, graduate and undergraduate students.
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Recent Submissions
Publication Al Ula Train Station(Effat University)This thesis explores the design of a sustainable, culturally integrated train station in Al Ula, Saudi Arabia, serving as both a transportation hub and a gateway to one of the Kingdom’s most significant heritage destinations. The project aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism by promoting sustainable tourism infrastructure that respects and enhances the region’s historical and environmental context. Through a comprehensive process that includes site analysis, case studies, programmatic development, and architectural design, this research investigates how contemporary transportation architecture can harmonize with Al Ula’s unique cultural and natural landscape. Case studies of the Haramain High-Speed Railway Station and Napoli Afragola Station provided insight into best practices for circulation, sustainability, and architectural identity. The resulting design proposal emphasizes environmental responsiveness through passive cooling, integration of renewable energy, and sensitive urban planning. Furthermore, it reflects Al Ula’s historical significance by incorporating traditional architectural elements in a modern, functional context. The project demonstrates how infrastructure can transcend utilitarian function to become a catalyst for cultural preservation, sustainable growth, and enhanced regional connectivity.Publication Heart of Clay(Effat University)Publication Active Urban Design Framework for Jeddah City to Promote Sustainable Health and Well-Being(Effat university)This research develops a comprehensive Active Urban Design Framework tailored for Jeddah City, addressing the urgent need to combat rising rates of physical inactivity, chronic disease, and declining well-being in the urban context. It examines how targeted urban design interventions can activate the city’s spatial fabric to promote regular physical activity, social cohesion, and healthier lifestyles across all age groups. The study adopts a mixed methods approach, beginning with a critical literature review that includes an in-depth analysis of internationally recognized Active Design Guidelines from New York City, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong. It further evaluates global and local sustainable city rating systems, including LEED and Mostadam, to identify performance-based criteria relevant to active, health-oriented environments. This foundation is followed by detailed case study analyses of Copenhagen, Barcelona, and Dubai, cities that have pioneered integrated approaches to walkability, cycling, transit, and public space design. The proposed framework is structured around two main categories: the Active Travel Network and the Active Places Network. It identifies seven core domains essential to promoting health and movement in the urban context: walkability, Cyclability, connected active travel routes, mixed land use planning, public transit, open public spaces, and streets as active places. These elements are strategically integrated to support mobility, accessibility, and inclusive public life and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (particularly Goals 3 and 11) and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 under the “Vibrant Society” pillar and Quality of Life Program. This framework provides practical guidance for embedding Active Design principles in Jeddah’s future development, advancing the creation of livable, people-centered cities.Publication Cultural Stigma on Mental Health: How Likely People Seek Help on Mental Health(Effat University)Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier to psychological well-being in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where cultural, social, and financial factors intersect to discourage help-seeking behaviour. This study explores how traditional beliefs, family expectations, and socioeconomic barriers shape public perceptions of mental illness and contribute to the reluctance to seek psychological support. Utilizing Quantitative Survey with Multiple-Response, cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 256 Saudi adults through quantitative questions. Findings indicate that 73.4% of participants believe social stigma prevents individuals from seeking help, while fear of negative judgment, cultural misconceptions, and limited mental health awareness were cited as primary causes of stigma. The results also highlight that financial challenges and insurance limitations serve as additional barriers, especially among the unemployed. The study underscores the need for culturally tailored awareness campaigns, education programs, and policy interventions to reduce stigma and promote mental health accessibility. These findings contribute to the broader discourse on culturally contextualized mental health strategies in the Gulf region. Keywords: Mental health stigma, Saudi Arabia, cultural beliefs, help-seeking behaviour, public perception, psychological support, financial barriersPublication Enhancing Operational Efficiency and Reducing Production Costs using Value Stream MappingValue stream mapping (VSM) is a tool for enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness that can be traced back to the Toyota Production System (TPS) lean manufacturing. VSM emerged as a visualization tool for the organization's processes and operations, providing a clear image of the present position of the organization and the areas that required improvement. This study explores how VSM enhances operational efficiency and reduces organizational production costs. This study utilized the standard systematic literature review method in which 20 papers from different databases were to provide information concerning the effectiveness of VSM in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing production costs. The systematic literature review showed that VSP was a well-structured tool for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing production costs in an organization as it visualized the current state of the organization and helped in the identification of the areas that were cost-ineffective and increased the production and operational costs and needed to be improved. Value stream mapping is a critical improvement and visualization tool in an organization that helps to enhance continuous improvement, operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, lean processes, and waste reduction.
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