scholarly journals Urban Open Space as a Place for Social and Physical Well-being: Narratives from two Different Urban Settings of Kathmandu, Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Krishna Prasad Timalsina
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Urban Context ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Urban Settings ◽  
Urban Open Space ◽  
Urban Greenery ◽  
Conversational Interviews

Increasing population and densification of the cities lead to increasing land value by the high demand of land for housing and other infrastructure developments are the reasons that tend to decreasing open spaces in Kathmandu Valley in general, and Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) in particular.  Urban open space has been considered as a place that is accessible to all residents and is important in the urban context as such space provides an opportunity as a place for social interaction, networking, recreation, and various physical health exercises. However, different social and economic contexts of the society reflect different patterns of its uses. Two different urban settings (core urban area having indigenous dominant population and fringe urban areas having migrants’ dominant population) have been taken as a basis for analysis in this paper to look at how different urban societies use open spaces differently. Open spaces are not only important for maintaining urban greenery and beauty but are valued for accumulating social capital and enhancing physical well-being to the urban communities. These issues are analyzed through the interpretative research methodology by collecting the data through in-depth interviews, key informants’ interviews, informal conversational interviews, and non-participatory observation from two different urban settings of KMC. 

scholarly journals BUILT ENVIRONMENT: MODELLING THE URBAN SPACE

2019 ◽  
Vol XLII-2/W11 ◽  
pp. 595-600 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Guzzetti ◽  
K. L. N. Anyabolu ◽  
L. D’Ambrosio ◽  
G. Marchetti
Keyword(s):  
Urban Space ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Facility Management ◽  
Complex Environment ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Urban Open Space ◽  
Historical Significance ◽  
Green Areas ◽  
Environment Modelling

<p><strong>Abstract.</strong> In urban areas, the “built” is defined by many different elements. Not only buildings but also open spaces containing green areas, viability, urban furniture, underground facilities. While the H-BIM sector focuses, rightly, on buildings of great historical significance, in our case it is been consider a part of the built that it usually not analyse: the urban open space. One of the interesting themes is the possibility of having a single tool that integrates the different objects present in a complex environment such as the urban area. The process with BIM model could allow a huge saving in terms of time and costs considering public tender, maintenance or construction phase of a project. Facility management operating through BIM is another relevant theme considering the whole life of a construction. Finally, another important theme is the connections between elements above the ground (visible elements) and subsoil (not visible elements), not only for the administrations but also if related to the HBIM environment.</p><p>The paper reports the analysis of the experience performed, particularly related to questions about detail and accuracy of the BIM model.</p><p>A methodology for modelling open spaces is been assuming, it is described possible improvements and considerations on the result.</p>

scholarly journals Pemanfaatan Pocket Park Sebagai Infrastruktur Hijau di Permukiman Islami (Studi Kasus: Kampung Arab, Kota Malang)

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 207-213
Author(s):  
Suci Senjana ◽  
Nunik Junara ◽  
Elok Mutiara
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Green Infrastructure ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Public Facilities ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Literature Selection

Urban areas have the character of increasingly dense buildings and less land that can be used for green infrastructure. So that the option to increase green open space is increasingly difficult. Along with the population growth in Kampung Arab and the low number of public facilities, the environment became very crowded and have less adequate public open spaces for the residents who lived here. Kampung Arab itself is a settlement dominated by Muslim residents who have been in this area for a long time. This study aims to analyze the feasibility of applying the pocket garden concept to Islamic residential kasawan which is currently in a congested condition. The first step is to collect data from observations, surveys and literature selection. Then, the method used to analyze is discourse analysis and selective criteria. These two processes show the results in the form of the benefits of the pocket garden concept in settlements, a map of the location at a point in Kampung Arab which can be used as a pocket garden and a map of the distance from the pocket garden to the surrounding house. These findings explain that the concept of green open space for narrow land can improve the quality of life for urban communities, especially those in Kampung Arab. Therefore, the application of the concept as a concept that is suitable for use in the future both in planning and designing in Kampung Arab, urban areas of the population. There are related professions that can work using this system such as spatial policy makers, planners, and architects.

scholarly journals Urban Green Spaces As Promoters of Healthy Living: Evidence From Putrajaya, Malaysia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulrahman Saadu Danjaji ◽  
Mohammed Danladi ◽  
Abdullahi Adamu ◽  
Haruna Musa Danladi
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Aesthetic Quality ◽  
Urban Green Spaces

Abstract Open spaces have a significant positive impact on the overall well-being of the residents of urban areas and the influence on the use of recreational facilities due to the extent of the residents' engagement with these infrastructures and active lifestyles. The effectiveness of using these spaces on the well-being of residents is on their relative quality, quantity, and accessibility. Putrajaya houses 350,000 residents; about 4,931 (37%) of the total landmass was designated as open space to have a balanced city. Four of the twenty open spaces were purposeful selected based on their respective quality and services for the harmonious development of Putrajaya. A convenient sampling technique (non-probability) determines the respondents in each designated open space. This research used the survey data collection method to collect the primary data, using a cross-sectional approach. Pearson product-moment correlation analysis was used to determine the extent and direction of the relationship between open space attributes and health promotion. And multiple regression analysis (entered method) was adopted to predict the health promotion' of residents who visited the provided open spaces based on their respective quality, quantity, and accessibility. The results reveal that the areas' sizes, existing facilities, and greenness are the predominant influencing incentives that attract patronage by both local and international users. Meanwhile, when designing open space to promote the health status of respective users, effort must be toward providing high aesthetic quality in sufficient quantity and size, as indicated in this study.

Analysis of activity, space and user relations in urban squares

2020 ◽  
pp. 1420326X2094227
Author(s):  
Habibe Acar ◽  
Aysel Yavuz ◽  
Engin Eroğlu ◽  
Cengiz Acar ◽  
Cenap Sancar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Open Space ◽  
User Profile ◽  
Capital City ◽  
Geographical Information ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Urban Open Space ◽  
Observation Method ◽  
Urban Square

With the increasing density of built spaces in urban areas, the need for open spaces increases every day. Squares are one of the most important of these open spaces. Urban squares allow various activities and exhibit functional differences based on location and culture. The diversity of activities conducted in squares is extremely important for the quality and viability of liveable urban spaces. Urban residents prefer spaces that are suitable for individual requirements and desires and allow for a variety of activities. These spaces also contribute to social life. This article aimed to determine the user profile, occupancy, facilities and activity diversity at the Atatürk Plaza (Trabzon urban square) in Trabzon, the capital city of Trabzon Province, Turkey. The occupants of the square and their numbers were analysed via the behaviour observation method. As a result of the observations conducted in the square over one year, 17 activities were identified. The majority of these activities were necessary activities and that the most common activity was walking. The occupancy density and distribution in the square were analysed using the Geographical Information System (GIS). These research findings and analyses could serve as a guide for future urban square and urban open space designs.

scholarly journals PERAN DAN FUNGSI RUANG TERBUKA HIJAU RANTAU BARU DI KOTA RANTAU KABUPATEN TAPIN

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 317
Author(s):  
Sari Isma ◽  
Taufik Hidayat ◽  
Danang Biyatmoko ◽  
Suyanto Suyanto
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Plant Conservation ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Artificial Lake ◽  
Social Functions ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Social Communities

Declining quality and open public spaces, consisting of green open spaces and non-green open spaces, have improved environmental quality such as frequent flooding, increased air, and social crime and increasing social societies increasing the pressure of limited space available for social communities. Green Open Space of Rantau Baru in Rantau City is owned by Tapin Regency located in the center of Rantau City. Having facilities in the form of an artificial lake as a zone that is the main attraction of visitors is equipped with facilities, infrastructure, and urban facilities. The purpose of writing this particular problem is to find out the function and role of the existence of the New Overseas Green Space for the community. This research was written based on literature review and secondary data related to the existence of a new Green Rantau Open Space, both from identification surveys, RTBL, reports, books and other scientific articles. Rantau Baru Green Open Space can provide benefits for the sustainability of ecological and social functions for urban communities. Development of the Rantau Baru Green Open Space as a green open space in urban areas. Many benefits can be felt by the community with the existence of the New Rantau Green Open Space, among others as a place for plant conservation, environmental education, sports and as a recreational destination with family.

scholarly journals Arts-Aided Recognition of Citizens’ Perceptions for Urban Open Space Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 135
Author(s):  
Sari Suomalainen ◽  
Helena Kahiluoto ◽  
Anne Pässilä ◽  
Allan Owens ◽  
Clive Holtham
Keyword(s):  
Open Space ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Image Method ◽  
Natural Environments ◽  
Environment Interaction ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Human Environment ◽  
Space Management ◽  
Still Image ◽  
Urban Open Space

Urban open spaces of local natural environments can promote the health and well-being of both ecosystems and humans, and the management of the urban spaces can benefit from knowledge of individuals’/citizens’ perceptions of such environments. However, such knowledge is scarce and contemporary inquiries are often limited to cognitive observations and focused on built environmental elements rather than encouraged to recognize and communicate comprehensive perceptions. This paper investigates whether arts-based methods can facilitate recognition and understanding perceptions of urban open spaces. Two arts-based methods were used to capture perceptions: drifting, which is a walking method, and theatrical images, which is a still image method and three reflective methods to recognize and communicate the perceptions. The results show related sensations and perceptions enabled by arts-based methods comparing them to a sticker map method. The main findings were perceptions, which included information about human–environment interaction, about relations to other people and about ‘sense of place’ in urban open spaces. The hitherto unidentified perceptions about urban open space were associations, metaphors and memories. The methods used offer initial practical implications for future use.

scholarly journals Keberadaan Fasilitas Taman Hijau Kota Purwodadi dan Pengaruhnya terhadap Kenyamanan Pengunjung

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 72-78
Author(s):  
Suharyani Suharyani ◽  
Febri Arsetyo Wibowo
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
City Community ◽  
Direct Exposure ◽  
Conducting Research ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The City ◽  
Family Recreation

Open spaces located in urban areas have functioned as spaces for citizen interaction for a variety of useful functions and interests. The existence of existing city parks can be utilized by citizens of the city to the fullest. This has become one of the alternatives that can be utilized by the city community for more comfortable interactions. Judging from the function of researchers interested in conducting research by formulating the problem namely how the completeness of facilities and comfort in Green Garden Purwodadi City and how comfort is felt when using the facilities available. Green Open Space Arrangement (RTH) is still being promoted by the regency government due to the lack of open green space in Grobogan Regency. So far there have only been 12.8% of public green open space, while at least it requires 20% of green open space from urban areas. Therefore, Purwodadi Green Park was chosen as the object of research. Purwodadi Green Park is a new vehicle for free and fun family recreation in downtown Purwodadi, Grobogan Regency. This study aims to find out how the criteria of a comfortable city park to interact for urban communities. Then to find out the level of comfort, can be known by using data collection methods of observation and open questionnaires. The result of study is that Purwodadi Green Park not in accordance with established standards. The incomplete facilities have resulted in visitors inconvenience caused by the lack of trees in the green park, so that during the day visitors feel the heat due to direct exposure to sunlight.

scholarly journals Social Evaluation of Public Open Space Services and Their Impact on Well-Being: A Micro-Scale Assessment from a Coastal University

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 4372
Author(s):  
Abdullah Addas ◽  
Ahmad Maghrabi
Keyword(s):  
Open Space ◽  
Environmental Changes ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Social Evaluation ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Rapid Urbanization ◽  
Public Open Space ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Public Open Spaces

Public open spaces services have been shown to be profoundly affected by rapid urbanization and environmental changes, and in turn, they have influenced socio-cultural relationships and human well-being. However, the impact of these changes on public open space services (POSS) remains unexplored, particularly in the Saudi Arabian context. This study examines the socio-cultural influence of POSS on the King Abdulaziz University campus, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the impact of these services on well-being. A field survey and questionnaire were used to collect data. Non-parametric tests (Kruskal–Wallis and Mann–Whitney tests) were used to find significant differences in the importance of POSS as perceived by stakeholders based on socio-demographic attributes. Factor analysis was performed for 14 POSS to identify those that are most important. The study showed that (i) university stakeholders are closely linked to services provided by public open spaces (POS) and dependent on POSS, (ii) there were significant differences in the perceived importance of POSS according to gender, age, and social groups, and (iii) 70 to 90% of stakeholders reported POSS as having a positive impact on well-being. Thus, the findings will help design and plan POSS to meet the needs of society and promote well-being.

scholarly journals Restructuring the Out Door Spaces of Selected Public Buildings to Enhance User Satisfaction in Abuja

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Physical Factors ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Public Buildings ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Outdoor Spaces

The use of outdoor (open) spaces in public buildings is vast and has significant roles ranging from individual (users) perception of the development of urban centers and cities to the satisfaction of the various functions they perform. However, little research is available on the use of the outdoor spaces in these Public buildings environment and the activities that take place thereof. This study investigates the factors that take users of public buildings to the outdoor environment and the physical factors that constitute their uses within the spaces. Using both qualitative and quantitative research approach, the paper examined the importance of restructuring the outdoor spaces for quality of the surrounding of the built environment. The study adopts a purposive sampling where participants were selected based on the outdoor use only. A total of seventy (75) questionnaires were administered to the various users of public buildings within specific open spaces. Only seventy (70) representing (93.33%) of the total population were returned and subjected to data analysis using the relevant descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, Mean Weighted Score (MWS) and Relatively Important Index (R.I.I) were used to rank features obtained. The study concludes that proper restructuring of landscape elements is necessary within public buildings, in order to provide human comfort, well-being and improved productivity. It was recommended that revitalizing the environmental features of these public building necessitates the insufficiency of outdoor features in government own buildings. Therefore, the user’s satisfaction of this outdoor (open) space in public buildings should be key consideration and emphasized on right from planning and design stages to it implementation.

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