Sustainable Development Framework of Historical Cities. a Case Study: City of Soltaniyeh.Iran

A sustainable development framework for historical cities, exemplified by Soltaniyeh, Iran, reveals that integrating historical, cultural, social, natural, and climatic principles into architectural design can preserve the city's heritage while fostering modern urbanization. The study demonstrates how a research-based approach—analyzing past projects and synthesizing diverse data—can guide an integrated design process that aligns contemporary architecture with Soltaniyeh’s rich background. This methodology offers a replicable model for balancing development with historical integrity in small, culturally significant cities.

Ojaghlou, M. (2020). SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK OF HISTORICAL CITIES. A CASE STUDY: CITY OF SOLTANIYEH.IRAN. Journal of Architecture and Urbanism, 44(1), 78–87. https://doi.org/10.3846/jau.2020.12288