Public spaces and urban sustainability in the tropical built environment

Yusof, Yusnani Mohd; Kozłowski, Marek

doi:10.1088/1755-1315/106/1/012035

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“…Our research shows capacity of a given urban form for adaptation and confirms that social organization can have a dramatic impact on the inner-patterns of public spaces. In line with previous studies (Koch and Latham, 2011;Yusof and Kozlowski, 2018;Friendly, 2019), we recognized that diverse people's voices and bodies -of a different ethnic identity and gender-are encountered and recognized, affect the ways people can consume and shape the public spaces. In Whitechapel market, each gender has its own key activity points in the market and using isovist technique we showed that these points differ in strength and weakness, influenced by location, vistas, number of users, and functioning.…”

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“…In line with de Lucio's statement (2000) that any definition of public spaces should include "a vision of public spaces as psychical places where people can participate in public life and where people's claims can be voiced", Ortiz et al (2004) defined public spaces as "places of interrelation, social encounter and exchange, where individuals and groups with various interests converge". It is now common to assume that in addition to class and income, ethnic identity and gender are the main factors that affect the way in which people can consume and shape the public spaces (McDowell, 1999;Yusof and Kozlowski, 2018;Friendly, 2019). Following globalization processes, the adaptation of the public space in the western inner-cities to the use of minority ethnic communities was empirically studied and theoretically investigated from various points of view.…”

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A democratization of urban space: Gender and ethnicity in the Whitechapel Market

Ashery

Natapov

2020

Journal of Urban Affairs

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This article examines how the replication of familial, communal patterns from the home country is shaping public space. Combining the synergetic aspects of subjective experience with the objective measurements of the space we study Whitechapel market in the East End of London. We shed new light on the term public sphere revealing two socio-spatial mechanisms: The first is an adaptation of the spatial structure: a way of the local community to create separation between females and males in the heterogeneous western public space. The second is the 'invisible hands' of the females: The unobservable force that contributes to the community's wealth and cohesion. Our findings show the capacity of a given urban form for adaptation -it creates a new public sphere, partly democratized, but still segregated. A sphere, that from one hand provides traditional gendered roles, and from other a fertile environment for social and economic prosperity.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

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A democratization of urban space: Gender and ethnicity in the Whitechapel Market

Ashery

Natapov

2020

Journal of Urban Affairs

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“…Between 1990 and today, a number of catalyst projects were initiated to revitalise the declining central city area. They included the Yayasan Commercial Complex, Dermaga Diraja Waterfront and lately the Golden Jubilee Mahkota Park (Yusof and Kozlowski, 2018).…”

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Evolution of cities in Borneo: a kaleidoscope of urban landscapes for planning future resilient cities

Kozłowski

Ibrahim

Zaini

2021

ARCH

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PurposeThis study aims to examine the trajectory of the urban growth of Borneo by portraying its resilient settlements in the pre-colonial times, tropical sensitive colonial architecture, the built environment of the post–independence period and finally the contemporary city image. This is followed by a comparative study of its major urban centres and determining how globalisation and neoliberalism impact the traditional urban settlements of this island and poses a threat to its rich biodiversity.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses case study research methodology involving selected cities on the Island of Borneo including Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Miri and Kuching (Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysia), Bandar Seri Begawan (Brunei), and major cities of the state of Kalimantan, Indonesia. Data collection includes a literature review, content analysis, field assessment and observations. The major research objectives would address past and current issues in the selected urban environment of Borneo. They address the historical evolution of major cities of Borneo, current urban development trends, the deterioration of the traditional urban fabric as a result of post–independence development and later globalisation.FindingsThis study found that the rich cultural tradition and climate-responsive architecture from the past have been discontinued to pave way for fast track and often speculative development. The results contribute in the convergence of existing shortcomings of cities from three nations on Borneo Island in guiding future sustainable urban planning agenda for achieving a resilient city status while reinstating the character and the sense of place. The study expects the recommendations to become prerequisites for future urban planning in sensitive tropical regions.Originality/valueThis research identified a new “Borneo approach” to urban development. The study strongly recommends top priorities for the central, state and local governments of Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia allowing the planners and decision-makers to establish a new tropical urban planning initiative with the ample design practice for this unique region in Southeast Asia. The results of this study can serve as the guiding principles for other urban environments in fragile and sensitive tropical regions.

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An Inclusive Park Design Based on a Research Process: A Case Study of Thammasat Water Sport Center, Pathum Thani, Thailand

Selanon,

Puggioni,

Dejnirattisai

2024

Buildings

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Public parks are vital for community well-being, yet often fail to cater to the needs of people with disabilities, restricting their safe and independent use. This paper details a pragmatic study aimed at crafting the design for an inclusive park on the outskirts of Bangkok, addressing these limitations. Through a comprehensive mixed-methods approach—encompassing literature reviews, semi-structured interviews, and surveys with stakeholders, including individuals with disabilities—this research gathered diverse perspectives on inclusive design. Participants underscored the importance of social and recreational activities in universally accessible spaces, providing valuable spatial insights. This research aims to employ pragmatic research methods to develop the design of an inclusive park for people with disabilities at the Thammasat University Rangsit Campus Water Sport Center. This study seeks to integrate the perspectives and needs of people with disabilities into the park design, ensuring that the space is accessible and meets a wide range of needs. The research aims to bridge socio-environmental considerations with practical design applications, creating a model that can serve as a template for similar developments in other urban settings. This study’s findings informed the creation of a design that harmoniously integrates green spaces with the specific requirements of disabled users, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within the fast-growing urban areas of Southeast Asia. This research not only offers a template for addressing the gaps in public space provision for people with disabilities but also illustrates how designers can interpret and meet socio-environmental and health-related needs through inclusive planning. It extends the discussion on overcoming WHO-identified inequalities in urban settings and lays the groundwork for interdisciplinary studies aimed at enriching the fabric of urban life through research processes and scientific inquiry. This paper asserts the pivotal role of inclusive design in enhancing urban livability, advocating for a design methodology that responds to the nuanced demands of inclusivity, thereby contributing to the broader discourse on equality, accessibility, and the right to the city for people with disabilities.

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Public spaces and urban sustainability in the tropical built environment

Cited by 3 publications

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A democratization of urban space: Gender and ethnicity in the Whitechapel Market

A democratization of urban space: Gender and ethnicity in the Whitechapel Market

Evolution of cities in Borneo: a kaleidoscope of urban landscapes for planning future resilient cities

An Inclusive Park Design Based on a Research Process: A Case Study of Thammasat Water Sport Center, Pathum Thani, Thailand

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