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This research delved into the necessity of creating urban green spaces within housing estates in Enugu metropolis, with a focus on their environmental, social, and economic advantages. The study employed case studies of five housing estates: Golf Estate, Ivory Estate, Loma Linda Housing Estate, New Abakiliki Road Layout Area A, and Riverside Estate.

This research delved into the necessity of creating urban green spaces within housing estates in Enugu metropolis, with a focus on their environmental, social, and economic advantages. The study employed case studies of five housing estates: Golf Estate, Ivory Estate, Loma Linda Housing Estate, New Abakiliki Road Layout Area A, and Riverside Estate. The findings underscored the significant impact of well-maintained green spaces on the residents' quality of life, including improvements in physical and mental health, strengthened social cohesion, and increased property values. The study also emphasised the environmental benefits such as air and water purification, carbon sequestration, and climate regulation.

This article delves into sustainable architecture and green building practices in South-West Nigeria, highlighting their critical role in promoting environmental conservation and resource efficiency. It examines the integration of local strategies, indigenous materials, and eco-friendly design principles that collectively work to minimize ecological footprints, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce waste.

Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIAJ) is an academic journal, which is coordinated by the Library and Publications Committee of the Nigerian Institute of Architects.