scholarly journals Sustainable Life and Social Development through Universally Designed Environment

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 183-192 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin
Keyword(s):  
Social Development ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Designed Environment ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Professional Practitioners ◽  
Conceptual Study ◽  
Open Access Article

Universally designed environment provides comfort, adaptability and flexibility that can help to reduce human life cycle impact and encourage residents’ participation in the community. With that, the purpose of this conceptual study is to explore the concept of Universal Design (UD) as a significant aspect of social sustainability, based on professional practitioners’ and scholarly views. UD implementation in built environment may cater the needs of diverse users over the changing abilities throughout lifespan. This study concludes that UD has evolved as a significant component for sustainable life and social development within the individual’s own dwelling and the community as well. Keywords: Universal Design; social sustainability; sustainable life; social development. eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v5i17.49

scholarly journals Ergonomics Concept in Inclusive Public Playground Targeting on Children with Disabilities

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (15) ◽  
pp. 3-9
Author(s):  
Nurul Asyikin Mohd Radzi ◽  
Kharizam Ismail ◽  
Lilawati Ab Wahab
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Social Development ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Children With Disabilities ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Interview Protocol ◽  
The Public ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Keywords Ergonomics ◽  
Open Access Article

Nowadays, playgrounds are underused to improve the physical and social development of young children with special needs. Therefore, this study aims to identify the key criteria of ergonomic inclusive public children playground aim for children with disabilities (CWDs). The study explored the process of universal design and the ergonomics function of play equipment that focuses on CWDs through physical site observation and interview protocol done among caregivers, parents of children with disabilities, and all stakeholders involved in the development of the public playground in Malaysia. The result presents three major themes as a guideline to create an ergonomic inclusive playground. Keywords: Ergonomics; Universal Design; Public Playground; Children with disabilities. eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer-review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: 10.21834/ebpj.v5i15.2499

An Overview of Creative Placemaking as an Enabler for a Sustainable Urban Regeneration

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
pp. 345
Author(s):  
Nurul Atikah Ramli ◽  
Norsidah Ujang
Keyword(s):  
Urban Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Urban Regeneration ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Significant Function ◽  
Creative Placemaking ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Urban Places ◽  
Open Access Article

As the rapid growth of cities continues to pose a significant threat to the well-being of people, its adverse effects have moved to the forefront of social sustainability. Urban regeneration has become one of the adaptations in solving a social issue. Alongside these interventions, creative placemaking emerges as an evolving field of practice driving a broader agenda for growth and transformation of cities. This paper reviews the concept of creative placemaking as an approach to urban regeneration and theories extracted from planning and urban design literature. The findings provide an understanding of the significant function of social attributes of place in crafting strategies in the creation of successful creative placemaking.Keywords: Urban regeneration; Creative placemaking; Urban places; Social sustainabilityeISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v5i13.2056

scholarly journals Building Managers’ Views on Accessibility and UD Implementation in Public Buildings: Putrajaya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin ◽  
Asiah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Public Buildings ◽  
The Public ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper discusses the interview data collection of an on-going research on accessibility of public buildings in Putrajaya. Main issues include the public awareness of PWD rights and the true concepts of Universal Design (UD). Main purposes are to investigate the building managers’ level of awareness and perception regarding the accessibility of their buildings and to study their knowledge on UD theory. Semi-structured interview was carried out with building managers from three public buildings in Putrajaya. Findings show that UD knowledge needs to be enhanced among building managers in order to increase awareness on inclusive environment in public buildings. Keywords: Public awareness; accessibility; Universal Design; semi-structured interview eISSN 2514-7528 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia

scholarly journals Applicability of Malaysian Standards and Universal Design in Public Buildings in Putrajaya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 29-38
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Public Buildings ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Accessibility Issues ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper discusses an on-going research on universal design implementation in public buildings in Putrajaya with the applicability to Malaysian Standards of accessibility. The areas of study include disability and accessibility issues, current accessibility system in Malaysia, Malaysian Standards and universal design implementation in built environment, and the importance of public buildings in Putrajaya. Site observation involving facilities measurement and photographic documentation was conducted in ßve signißcant public buildings in this city. The ßndings of this study may be used as reference to designers and building managements in providing adequate accessible facilities for the buildings’ visitors.   Keywords: persons with disabilities, Malaysian Standards of accessibility, barrier-free/universal design eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Sensory Garden for an Inclusive Society

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Hazreena Hussein ◽  
Zaliha Omar ◽  
Syaidatul Azzreen Ishak
Keyword(s):  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Sensory Stimulation ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Inclusive Society ◽  
The University ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper introduces a joint program between the University of Malaya and Kuala Lumpur City Hall undertaking the Therapeutic Sensory Stimulation Garden at University of Malaya Medical Centre to promote an inclusive society through sensory therapy. Good universal design practices of sensory gardens visited in the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong is highlighted. Outcomes showed that users’ engagement with the landscape features promotes positive developments in social behaviours. In contrary, it proved a limited partnership between practitioners, researchers, authorities and users as well as non-availability of design guidelines for these gardens. Both outcomes are a significant argument in the conclusion.2398-4295 © 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK.. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.Keywords: Inclusive society; sensory garden; sensory therapy; universal design

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Social Sustainability of Traditional Malay Settlement

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (17) ◽  
pp. 15-30
Author(s):  
Najiha Jaffar ◽  
Nor Zalina Harun ◽  
Mazlina Mansor
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Method ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Local Identity ◽  
Latent Factors ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Identity Safety ◽  
Open Access Article

Successful traditional settlements refer to a settlement environment that spontaneously built by residents who consider their existing site integrates with excellent social sustainability indicators. This study aims to determine the factors of physical character for social sustainability of a traditional settlement. Among the objectives is to identify the types of physical characteristics deemed as significant in daily social interaction among the locals. A quantitative method was employed using questionnaire survey distributed to 400 residents in two historic settlements in Kuala Terengganu. Such factors categorised into six latent factors, which are the preservation of local identity, safety, provision of infrastructure, natural qualities, accessibility, and availability of public spaces. Keywords: social sustainability; traditional settlement; factor analysis; Kuala Terengganu 2398-4279 © 2019 The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA CE-Bs by E-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer-review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ajqol.v4i17.198

scholarly journals An Exploration of Safety from Crime

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Siti Rasidah Md Sakip ◽  
Noraini Johari ◽  
Mohd Najib Mohd Salleh
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Fear Of Crime ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Critical Aspect ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

The feeling of safety from criminal threats has become a critical aspect on the quality of human life. One of the indicators in identifying fear of crime is the feeling of safety (POS) level.  The objective of this study is to compare the POS in individual gated residential (IGR) and individual non-gated residential (INGR) areas.  This study found that POS is higher in gated residential areas (M=0.90, SD=0.32) compared to IGR areas (M=0.57, SD=0.23).  The results show that the rates of income, victimization, fields of employment and periods of residing in the residential areas were significant to the POS. Keywords: Crime, feeling of safety, built environment, gated and non-gated neighborhoods. eISSN 2514-7528 © 2018 The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals The Key Determinant Factors for Social Sustainability in Traditional Settlement

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Najiha Jaffar ◽  
Nor Zalina Harun ◽  
Saiful Arif Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Local Identity ◽  
Latent Factors ◽  
Historic Site ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Identity Safety ◽  
Open Access Article

Successful traditional settlements refer to a settlement environment that spontaneously built by residents who consider their existing site integrates with excellent social sustainability indicators. This study aims to determine the critical factors of physical character for social sustainability of a traditional settlement with the objective to identify the types of physical characteristics deemed as significant in daily social interaction among the locals. To achieve this, a quantitative method was employed using questionnaire survey distributed to 400 residents in two historic settlements, namely Kampung Pulau Duyong and Kampung Losong located at Kuala Terengganu. Both sites are selected due to good conservation practices observed concerning the physical landscape. The results generated from the Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) revealed eleven factors (11) related to social sustainability. Such factors then categorised into six latent factors, which are the preservation of local identity, safety, provision of infrastructure, natural qualities, accessibility, and availability of public spaces. The findings recall the relationship between physical aspects and social sustainability as a step towards improvement in historic site preservation efforts.Keywords: social sustainability; traditional settlement; factor analysis; Kuala TerengganueISSN: 2398-4287 © 2019. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v4i12.1944

scholarly journals Adaptation of Social Attributes of Place in Creative Placemaking towards Social Sustainability

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (18) ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Nurul Atikah Ramli ◽  
Norsidah Ujang
Keyword(s):  
Social Issues ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Urban Transformation ◽  
Search Process ◽  
Creative Placemaking ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Opportunities ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Creative placemaking emerges as an evolving field of practice that leverages the power of arts, culture, and creativity to serve the community’s interests. Scholars have conveyed the values and benefits of creative placemaking in dealing with social issues and formulating agenda for urban transformation. An extensive review of the literature was conducted to understand the significance of social attributes of place in supporting creative placemaking strategies. A systematic search process yielded 14 articles from 121 documents that have been analyzed systematically. The review found that the social attributes of place generate social opportunities and community-led creative placemaking as catalysts for sustainable urban regeneration.Keywords:Creative placemaking; Social attributes; Social sustainability; Urban regenerationeISSN 2398-4279 ©2020 The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ajqol.v5i18.202

scholarly journals Strategies of Accessible City for Malaysia as A Developing Country

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (SI4) ◽  
pp. 145-151
Author(s):  
Nur Amirah Abd Samad ◽  
Ismail Said ◽  
Asiah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
City Planning ◽  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Planning Approaches

Becoming an Accessible City in developing countries has mitigating barriers as compared to developed countries. It is comprehensive to non-discriminate PwDs in access and facilities for equal opportunity. Accessibility legislation of different nations has various success in implementing and enforcing Universal Design through regulatory, government initiatives, and planning approaches. ASEAN developing nations have awareness and advocacy, because the fragmentary built environment, resulting in Accessible City concept that has not strived to expectation. Eliciting from interviews of access consultants and city planning regulations from London, Oslo, and Singapore. Conclusively, extraction of inclusion strategies is to be adapted for implementation in Malaysia. Keywords: Accessible City; Universal Design; Inclusion strategies; developing countries. eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6iSI4.2913  

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