Modern Building Design Research Articles

The Influence of Traditional Architectural Elements on Modern Building Design

It is in this paper that an attempt is made to understand the influences of traditional architectural elements on modern building design, investigating how much these two seemingly unconnected entities share an interdependent relationship: architectural heritage and what are termed here as modern innovations. This paper carried out a deep dive into a large volume of reviewed literature, analyzing case studies and design techniques to help provide an answer to how architects manage to integrate traditional elements into their modern structures so that resultant buildings will be culturally resonant and functionally advanced. From the research, it can be understood that such kind of integration happens for several reasons: providing user comfort with cultural identity, ensuring sustainability through proper contextual orientation, among others. The most important findings are that the attainment of successful integration eventually depends upon the import that one attaches to authenticity and the local requirements that need to be fulfilled by each specific case—like those relating to building codes or public perception issues—as well as upon teaching these principles in architecture schools for future professional practice since this forms a fieldwide challenge in diverse aspects. It not only adds to the beauty and usefulness of architecture but also is very important in holding a culture’s identity and sustainable development. Finally, future research directions that might further explore the long-term impacts and potentials of this integrative approach in architecture are suggested.

Experimental and numerical investigation of façade flame with respect to varied distances between sidewall and main wall opening

Considering the potential impact of sidewalls on façade fire spread, their popularity in modern building designs has raised great concerns in terms of fire safety. This paper presents a combined experimental and numerical study on JIS A 1310 calibration tests (non-combustible façade) with heat release rates (HRR) ranging from 600-900 kW and sidewall distances spanning 0.05–0.4 m. In the experimental analysis, a non-dimensional sidewall distance of 0.55 is identified as crucial for maintaining the symmetry of the façade temperature distribution and avoiding the accumulation of intense flames towards the sidewall. Following this, numerical modeling is conducted under a partially refined grid with the one equation eddy viscosity model of turbulence, eddy dissipation model of combustion, and discrete ordinate method of thermal radiation. The modeling focuses on temperature, heat flux, and flame morphology, exhibiting a reasonably good agreement compared to experimental measurements. Utilizing this numerical configuration, extended sidewall distances are investigated, and the dimensionless factor K is developed to characterize the correlation of sidewall distances vs flame height, by introducing a limitation term and HRR-varied entrainment coefficient λ.

An architectural taxonomic proposal for passive design strategies used in traditional architecture of areas with hot and dry climates

Global environmental problems are one of the most critical problems of humankind. Increasing energy consumption and CO2 emissions are among the most important causes of global environmental problems. The existing building sector is vital in increasing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Buildings are responsible for 30% of greenhouse gas emissions and about 40% of energy consumption. Energy used for heating and cooling is one of the most important causes of energy consumption in the building sector. Reducing the energy used for heating and cooling is possible with sustainable building design. One of the most essential criteria of sustainable building design is using passive air conditioning strategies. Traditional architecture is a crucial guide for using passive air conditioning elements. This paper presents an architectural taxonomic proposal for passive cooling strategies used in traditional architecture in hot and dry climate areas of the globe. The aim is to facilitate and simplify access to all cooling strategies and provide a guide for their adaptation to modern architecture. A total of 55 passive cooling strategies were identified in the research. Within the taxonomic proposal's scope, the strategy was first divided into four groups: settlement scale, building scale, space scale, and building environment scale, depending on the usage criteria. Then, this grouping was split into 16 subgroups. A taxonomic proposal was created by considering the intended use of the identified strategies. The findings indicate that although traditional architecture in hot and dry climates primarily focuses on heat protection and heat dissipation is also highly utilized. It has been determined that thermal insulation, shading and natural ventilation cooling strategies come to the fore. In addition, it has been determined that approximately 50% of the strategies used for cooling purposes are related to thermal insulation, shading, and natural ventilation. The taxonomic proposal guides modern adaptations in the built environment by combining traditional passive design strategies and simplifying their use. It can also be adapted to different climates and contribute to creating new modern building design guidelines.

Architectural Semiotics: Reading Symbolic Meanings in Modern Building Design

Semiotics, as the study of signs and meaning, is a theoretical basis for analyzing the symbolic meanings hidden in architectural elements. This research aims to explore the meaning of symbols contained in modern building design through an architectural semiotic approach. In this research, a qualitative approach was used with descriptive methods. The results of research in architectural semiotics reveal that modern building design can be understood as a symbolic language that carries deep meaning. Through analysis of design elements, such as geometric shapes, innovative materials, and use of space, this research identifies symbols that communicate certain values, aesthetics, and concepts. Involvement of the user's cultural, social context, and subject experience helps refine symbolic interpretation, creating a more contextual and relevant understanding. Overall, architectural semiotics research contributes to constructing a systematic and in-depth picture of symbolic language in modern building design, opening a window for a broader understanding of the complex role of design elements in imbuing the meaning of contemporary architecture.

Developments in Quantifying the Response Factors Required for Linear Analytical and Seismic Design Procedures

Despite the recent initiatives and developments in building design provisions using performance-based design, practicing engineers frequently adopt force-based design approaches, irrespective of the structural system or building irregularity. Modern seismic building codes adopt the concept of simplifying the complex nonlinear response of a structure under seismic loading to an equivalent linear response through elastic analytical procedures using seismic design response factors. Nevertheless, code-recommended seismic design response factors may not result in a cost-effective design with a uniform margin of safety for different structural systems. Previous studies also adopted different methodologies for quantifying the seismic response factors. Hence, there is a pressing need for a comprehensive review covering the developments in quantifying these vital design factors. This paper presents a systematic review of the response factors used with linear analytical procedures recommended by modern building design provisions and the techniques employed in previous studies to evaluate these factors using SDOF and MDOF systems covering analytical, experimental and hybrid assessment approaches. Limitations and gaps identified from the previous studies indicated that most investigations focused on 2D analysis and regular low-rise buildings, while limited studies were directed to shear wall structures, considering mostly unidirectional seismic loading. This comparative review provides insights into previous studies’ methodologies and constraints and identifies the need for future research to calibrate seismic response factors to achieve more economical designs with consistent safety margins for different structural systems.

PRESERVING AND SUSTAINING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IDENTITY OF ISLAMIC RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS IN THE HEJAZ REGION IN KSA

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has a rich urban and architectural legacy that dates back to the numerous eras of Islamic civilization. This study investigates the environmental influence on Ottoman-style heritage structures in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, particularly in the Hejaz Region. The region was chosen because of its diverse climates, which include a hot, dry environment in the middle of the Western Desert and a hot, humid climate on the Red Sea coast. Heritage buildings are examined from design, architectural, and urban perspectives to learn how environmental sustainability is achieved and to examine building materials and their sustainability. Furthermore, common architectural characteristics, systems, and designs are recognized to be integrated into modern building design for the contemporary era to maintain their design uniqueness.

Research on the Design of Modern Aged Residential Buildings Based on the Intelligent Home Elderly Care Model

In recent years, China's population aging problem is serious, and the aging work has become an important content to be solved urgently in social development. It is a common way to provide for the aged at home, which adapts to the basic conditions of our country. However, most of the technology and equipment of home care services lack advanced nature, and the service quality and efficiency are low. With the rapid development of information technology, the application of intelligent technology in the elderly is more and more extensive, and has achieved good results. In view of this, based on the characteristics of intelligent home care mode, this paper analyzes the design of modern age-appropriate residential buildings from the perspectives of internal environment and external environment.

Rain impact noise on aluminium cladding and the mitigation by damping materials

Raindrops on aluminium panels generate rain impact noise. Such percussive sound may reach 70 dBA in the nearby vicinity, causing disturbances to human activities and creating a nuisance. In Hong Kong, the use of curtain walls and aluminium wall cladding as the main building envelope has become a trend. The annual rainfall of 2.4 meters (94 inches) in Hong Kong amplifies this issue. Rain impact noise is increasingly affecting people and has become a growing concern. Effectively mitigating rain impact noise has become important in modern building design. This study focuses on the effect of different damping materials on rain impact noise when tested according to ISO-140-18:2006. It also includes an in-depth analysis of the correlation between vibration levels and sound levels generated under different testing configurations. The results showed that, with suitable treatment to the aluminium panel, the generated noise can be reduced by 15 dBA.

The architectural complex of Shah Fazil in legends and writings about the period of the Arab conquest of Ferghana

The historical and architectural complex of Shah Fazil is one of the holiest places for Muslims and a historical monument, and the relevance of its study is related to its religious, historical and cultural importance. The purpose of the study is to investigate the establishment of the Shah Fazil architectural complex and determine the connection between the legends about the foundation of the Shah Fazil mausoleum during the Arab conquest of Ferghana and real historical facts. The study used general scientific methods of analysis and synthesis, comparison, as well as historical-critical, comparative and dialectical methods. As a result, it was established that the Shah Fazil architectural complex is a unique object of cultural heritage. It includes several architectural monuments, the most significant of which is the 11th century mausoleum. Of particular value is the interior of the mausoleum, decorated with carved carvings and religious inscriptions. According to legend, the founder of the complex, the great-grandson of the prophet Muhammed, Shah Fazil, who conquered the Ferghana Valley in the 7th century, is buried in the mausoleum. Here, according to legend, is the burial place of 2,700 Arab soldiers, companions of Shah Jarir, father of Shah Fazil, who died at the hands of local pagans. The soldiers were buried by the maid Safid-Bulan, after whom the village where the complex is located is named. The figures appearing in the legend of the individual are the fruit of folklore, but the story itself has a historical basis and serves as an echo of real events that took place at the beginning of the conquest of the Ferghana Valley by the Arabs. The practical value of the study is determined by the fact that its materials can be used in further research of the historical and architectural complex of Shah Fazil, and is also a source for the use of elements of ancient architecture in the design of modern buildings

Blast Mitigation of Reinforced Concrete Structures Incorporating Shear Walls in Modern Building Designs

Material science advancements have resulted in the development of high-strength concrete and steel reinforcement, allowing more efficient and stable buildings against natural and manmade disasters. Increasing security concerns and the potential threat from terrorist activities have led to the safety and resilience of structures against blast loads in modern construction. The present study investigates the performance of reinforced concrete shear walls in mitigating blast-induced vibrations. The study examines four different reinforced concrete buildings based on their shapes, namely square, rectangular, C-shaped, and L-shaped, to understand the blast behaviours with and without shear walls. The study presents a methodology to protect the regular and irregular buildings equipped with shear walls against blast loads at varying standoff distances of 100 m, 200 m, 300 m, and 400 m, respectively. The study also compares the efficiency of passive control dampers and shear walls in enhancing the buildings’ performance against blast vibrations. The best placement of the shear walls is also evaluated for all the selected buildings. The study also considers the effect of shear wall thickness in mitigating blast-induced vibrations in multi-storey buildings. The study also discusses the design guidelines and reinforcement detailing of shear walls to protect buildings against detrimental blast effects.

The Investigation of Indoor Air Temperature Effects for Different Types of Window Dimensions Using CFD Simulation

Windows plays an important role in heat transfer and natural ventilation in buildings. In the field of building design, the challenge is to provide a thermally comfortable indoor environment that requires the least energy consumption to maintain. One of the energy reduction alternatives that can be incorporated into modern building design is the installation of efficient windows. The windows should allow thermally acceptable indoor air quality and have a pleasant design while being energy efficient. Good thermal conditions in school buildings, especially learning spaces, promote the educational process. Unfulfilling comfort levels can reduce the lecturers’ and students' physical and intellectual performance. One of the variables that affect the thermal comfort condition is indoor air temperature. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of window size on indoor air temperature by using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation. The selected classroom at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Permatang Pauh, Pulau Pinang will be used as a case study. The field measurement result can be used to validate the simulation result. The simulation result will be compared to standard regulations set by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 55-2017. Three different sizes of windows have been chosen in this study which are double, triple, and quadruple-glazed windows. The validation result shows the percentage difference in indoor air temperature between the experimental and simulation is 1.04 %. The result found double and triple-glazed windows show the value of temperature under the range set by ASHRAE Standard 55-2017. The selection of triple-glazed windows is more suitable because the brightness of the classroom meets the criteria for the absence of direct solar radiation. In conclusion, the size of the window shows the performance in terms of heat transfer and indoor air temperature of the classroom.

THE INFLUENTIAL FACTORS OF THE HERITAGE SHOPHOUSES’ ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IN URBAN HISTORIC DISTRICTS IN MALAYSIA: A REVIEW

Heritage shophouses are the primary architectural legacy that has greatly characterised the place identity of the urban historic district in Malaysia since the 17th century through its distinctive architectural design character. In contrast to the modern building design that is seen as contextually isolated from the place identity of the urban historic district, the architectural identity of heritage shophouses is seen as successful in fitting into the place identity due to its significantly responsive architectural identity to contextual factors. This paper aims to systematically review the influential factors on the Malaysian heritage shophouse design which constitutes its architectural identity through content analysis. This paper extracts scholars’ studies on heritage shophouse architectural design features, heritage shophouse morpho-typologies, and the factors that influence its architectural identity development. Heritage shophouses in Malaysia are morphologically categorized into Early Heritage Shophouse styles, Eclectic Heritage Shophouses, and Non-Cultural Heritage Shophouse styles. Regardless of their architectural styles, all heritage shophouses are characterized by the façade articulation, the interior design including the spatial organization system, and the building construction materials. Every element is primarily influenced by the tropical topographical climates and material sources as a basic architectural adaptation, the building development standards set by the colonial regimes, cultural assimilation, and the advancement of building construction and materials. The findings of this study can help architects how to prioritize design considerations in developing their new architectural intervention design ideas in the urban historic district to preserve its valuable historical characteristics.

Optimal Acceleration and Energy-Based Record Selection Using Artificial Intelligence Approaches and NP

ABSTRACT The new trend toward modern earthquake-resistant design of buildings based on nonlinear dynamic analysis accounting for peak and energy demands requires efficient ground motion record selection procedures. For this reason, in the present work, two record selection strategies based on acceleration and input energy spectrum considering the spectral shape via Np are presented. Furthermore, both record selection strategies are optimized by means of four artificial intelligence (AI) techniques: Genetic Algorithms (GA), Harmony Search (HS), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and Vibrating Particle System (VPS). In particular, the effectiveness of each AI approach toward the best set of ground motion records for nonlinear dynamic analysis is compared. For this aim, spectral acceleration and input energy design spectra were considered, as well as 1024 seismic records obtained from the Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Center. For all the AI or meta-heuristic approaches, the fitness function used is focused on minimizing the difference between the average spectrum of eleven ground motion records and the design spectrum using the well-known parameter Np, which represents the spectral shape in a range of periods. In addition, a penalization is included for those spectra with very large or low demands. Thus, 24 sets of eleven seismic records that can be used for nonlinear dynamic analysis of structures with a fundamental period of vibration of 0.6, 1.2 and 1.8 seconds were obtained and purposes. The results demonstrate the ability of the two records selection strategies analyzed and the four meta-heuristic procedures, achieving results quickly and simply regardless of the type of demands, intensities and periods considered. Finally, it is concluded that the VPS algorithm is better in comparison with GA, HS, and PSO since it obtains superior results in almost all the selected cases.

Influences of Lightweight Foam Concrete Roof Tile Hollow Sections and Thermal Reflective Coating in Cool Roof System

Modern civilization is increasing the commercial and residential buildings demand, while a big part of the energy consumed in buildings is for cooling purposes. Modern building design requires sustainable cooling facilities when an excellent roofing system plays an important role. This paper investigates the performance of a cool roofing system that integrates lightweight foam concrete roof tile and a passive cool roofing system. The concrete fabrication process introduced the concrete roof tile hollow sections to improve the roof’s thermal resistance. The densities of the lightweight foam concrete roof tile were varied at 1300 kg/m3 and 1100 kg/m3, respectively, to determine a better performance of roof tile than a basic concrete roof with a density of 2500 kg/m3. Two spotlight lamps that imitated solar irradiation in the afternoon were used as the heat supplied on four roof prototypes. The results showed that the attic temperature dropped from 40.8 °C to 33.5 °C (-7.3 °C) after 60 minutes of heat exposure when the roof was a foam concrete, the roof density was lower, with hollow longitude sections and thermal reflective coating. Furthermore, the average attic temperature increment rate was reduced by 70.2 % when an ideal cool roofing system was applied.

Evaluation of Seismic Response of Irregular Buildings: A Review

The modern design and construction of buildings have led to the adoption of irregular shapes buildings which can attract large seismic forces and induce stress concentrations in the building itself. To investigate this fact a large number of research studies have been carried out. This study presents a review summary of seismic performance of irregular buildings considering vertical irregularity subjected to earthquake loadings. The seismic performance can be found by using linear and nonlinear time history analysis. Different types of irregular buildings are analyzed to review the seismic performance of the structure. It was found that the buildings with the soft story having variation in the storey stiffness yield large inter-storey drift values showing more damage as compared to types of building irregularities.

FEATURES OF THE DESIGN OF STEEL EARTHQUAKE-RESISTANT STRUCTURES OF HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS

The design, construction and operation of buildings in Ukraine is associated with the need to take into account additional special loads and impacts, namely: seismic, in complex en-gineering and geological conditions, on weak soils, artificial territories and subsidence soils, and in the conditions of the war with Russia during missile and artillery shelling and bom-bardment of populated areas – effects from explosions, blast waves, spread of fires, etc. [3].
 The territory of Ukraine is located on the outskirts of the powerful Azores-Mediterranean-Alpine-Trans-Asian seismogenic belt of the planet. In general, Ukraine does not belong to particularly seismically dangerous regions of the planet. Low- and medium-magnitude (magnitude 3...6) earthquakes were recorded only within three of its regions: the Ukrainian Carpathians and the Crimean Moun-tains, the Azov region. But observations of the consequences of numerous earthquakes have shown that in different parts of the same seis-mic area they differ significantly in intensity. Thus, the intensity of the earthquake on the surface of the earth in areas with loose soils is 15 times greater than in areas with rocky ones. Therefore, during the design of buildings and structures, one should take into account the peculiarities of construction in the complex engineering and geological conditions of the territory of Ukraine, which are associated with research, design and arrangement of bases and foundations on weak water-saturated, clayey and peaty soils, peat and silt, subsidence, swell-ing, saline, swelling and unevenly compacted soils, loose sands and floating karst and forged territories, taking into account seismic and dy-namic action in compliance with the require-ments of DBN B.1.1-12:2014 "Construction in seismic regions of Ukraine" [5] and DBN V.1.1-45:2017 "Buildings and structures in difficult engineering and geological conditions. General Provisions" [6].
 The design of modern buildings in seismic areas is developing in two directions that corre-spond to the main principles of seismic protec-tion - traditional (passive) and special (active). Complex systems of seismic protection of buildings combine passive and active systems.
 With traditional seismic protection, the load-bearing capacity of the main load-bearing structures of buildings is increased (the dimen-sions of cross-sections, their reinforcement, strengthening of joints, etc.) to absorb addition-al forces caused by seismic influences. At the same time, the nature of the buildings does not change. Special (active) measures to improve the seismic resistance of buildings consist in reducing loads due to modifications of their dynamic work schemes. Active seismic protec-tion of buildings is a new direction, which con-sists in the implementation of additional con-structive measures to prevent dangerous reso-nant oscillations and thereby reduce seismic impacts. It is achieved by changing the dynam-ic stiffness or periods of natural oscillations of buildings during earthquakes as a result of the use of special structural devices: sliding belts, connections that can be turned on or off, instal-lation of dynamic vibration dampers, kinematic or pile foundations, which have dissipative characteristics of self-organization, frame-linking systems with complex stiffness dia-phragms, rubber-steel cylindrical supports, etc.The article analyzes the features of design-ing earthquake-resistant steel structures of high-rise buildings. The schemes of earthquake-resistant high-rise buildings with steel frames were studied. The feasibility of using steel en-ergy-absorbing elements is substantiated and schemes for their installation in earthquake-resistant buildings with steel frames are pre-sented.

ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ПРОЕКТУВАННЯ АКТИВНОЇ СОНЯЧНОЇ АРХІТЕКТУРИ

The article examines the features of designing and building active solar architecture. Modernity is increasingly in need of energy-efficient construction. Exhaustion of resources and their travel is a problem, the solution of which is adopted by many innovative branches and links of construction. In the 21st century, solving the issue of energy efficiency has many creative and effective variations. Focusing on clean and renewable energy from the sun is one of the ways to overcome the energy crisis. This is an active solar architecture. Active solar architecture incorporates the idea of harnessing the sun's renewable energy, turning it into clean electricity that covers the user's problems. The article provides several examples of the practice of construction of active solar buildings in different countries. Undoubtedly, active solar architecture attracts more and more users to purchase this type of real estate. In this regard, more and more offices and construction companies are focusing on this type of architecture. A list of benefits of active solar architecture meets environmental and energy-efficient needs. The modern design of such buildings corresponds to today's stylistic and aesthetic trends. The shape and silhouette of these buildings varies from traditional to postmodern trends. The concept of solar architecture represents the idea of renewable energy and the autonomy of the architectural unit. Self-sufficiency in electricity and automation of the organization of the internal climate, creating comfortable conditions for a person to stay – the key purpose of active solar architecture. Its purpose is not only to organize maximum autonomous comfort, but also to reduce the negative impact on the environment as much as possible. This sets another goal for the energy-efficient design of solar architecture – directly to be comfortable and least harmful. The main requirements for the quality and aesthetics of solar design depend on current requirements and global trends. Saving electricity is one of them. The opportunity not only to save money, but also to obtain a material monetary interest from energy production. Such implementation exists in Denmark, where a state program was organized to encourage energy-efficient autonomy of buildings and structures. First of all, most European countries are developing or already follow state programs of this kind.

Calibrated dynamic zonal model DOMA+ using the SCE-UA method – application to atrium temperature distribution prediction

Atriums in modern building designs often represent particular problems related to energy and airflow distribution, such as thermal stratification, local overheating, and uncontrolled contaminant spreading. This study developed a new dynamic zonal model with air-diffuser (DOMA) to predict the airflow and temperature stratification of an atrium, and then it was experimentally calibrated (known as DOMA+) by using the Shuffled Complex Evolution method developed at the University of Arizona (SCE-UA). Two-parameter set groups were considered during the calibration, which are Group One, including the flow coefficient K and the convective heat transfer coefficients for surfaces of the atrium; in Group Two, the flow coefficient K is separated into K-horizontal and K-vertical representing the flow coefficient used in horizontal and vertical directions. The results show that although the Group-One calibrated zonal model with one K is accurate to predict space thermal behavior, an update to two Ks (Group Two) is suggested to improve the zonal model prediction accuracy and quality. The use of the SCE-UA model reveals the inherent limitations and characteristics of the zonal model DOMA and thus indicates how to improve the prediction ability of a zonal modeling approach to advance its development.

Influence of the span on the operation of large-span structures

Objective. The purpose of the study is to determine the effect of a span on the operation of large-span structures; the features of the work of large-span coatings, which are widely used in the design and construction of modern buildings and structures, are considered and analyzed.Method. Designs and design techniques are given that allow designing buildings and structures with a large span. Examples of the calculation of a large-span frame are considered, the corresponding drawings are made, nodes and other details are given that can serve as a visual aid in the design of the relevant buildings and structures. Large-span beam trusses and frame systems are considered.Result. The main methods for reducing long-span bending moments, as well as design techniques that reduce span displacements, are proposed and tested.Conclusion. The developed design schemes of frames and trusses provide minimal metal costs, and also allow determining the influence of the parameters and geometry of frames and trusses on metal consumption.

ОСНОВНЫЕ АСПЕКТЫ ИНЖЕНЕРНО-ТЕХНИЧЕСКОГО ПРОЕКТИРОВАНИЯ ЗДАНИЙ И ВОПРОСЫ МАТЕРИАЛЬНО-ТЕХНИЧЕСКОГО ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ БЮРО СУДЕБНО-МЕДИЦИНСКОЙ ЭКСПЕРТИЗЫ И ПАТОЛОГОАНАТОМИЧЕСКИХ ОТДЕЛЕНИЙ С ТОЧКИ ЗРЕНИЯ ОРГАНИЗАЦИИ САНИТАРНО-ГИГИЕНИЧЕСКИХ И ПРОТИВОЭПИДЕМИЧЕСКИХ МЕРОПРИЯТИЙ

Abstract. Introduction. The review article discusses the issues of modern logistics in the production of forensic medical examinations from the infectious safety of personnel point of view. Forensic medical examination institutions are special types of health care institutions. Special requirements are imposed on the design of buildings and the logistics of such institutions. Aim. The purpose of the study is to analyze scientific information on the planning decisions of buildings for forensic purposes and the material and technical equipment of the forensic medical examination in terms of infectious safety of personnel. Material and methods. When preparing a literature review, the literature search method was used in the PubMed, eLibrary.ru, Google Scholar databases for the period 2005–2021. The analysis included literature reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical studies. Results and discussion. The studies present organizational and technological solutions for the design of buildings and the logistics of institutions of forensic medical examination. Attention is drawn to compliance with sanitary standards and requirements for premises, equipment in accordance with standards in order to create safe working conditions for forensic doctors, which ultimately allows to significantly improve the quality of forensic medical examination. Conclusion. Researchers have recognized that at present, the infectious safety of employees of forensic institutions is very important. The Bureau of Forensic Medical Examination and pathology departments need to be improved. This improvement should be based on modern building design and sanitary and hygienic logistical support, so building and improving the logistical capacity of these institutions is necessary and remains a major challenge to be addressed.