Rejoicing urban spaces for interaction enhancement

Zulkarnain, Nurnabilah and Abu Bakar, Aniza and Ab Sani, Jasasikin (2024) Rejoicing urban spaces for interaction enhancement. In: International Landscape Seminar Online (UMRAN2023), 4 January 2024, KAED, IIUM, Gombak.

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Abstract

Interactive landscapes in urban settings contribute to significant benefits, primarily targeting human-with-human interaction, human-with-nature interaction, and nature-the-surrounding interaction which is the key to enhancing the overall quality of life, and tackling urgent environmental issues. In many urban areas, the problem of insufficient engagement and interaction between people and the natural world is on the rise. This scarcity of green spaces, limiting opportunities to escape the concrete urban environment and reconnect with nature, tends to lead to social isolation and contributes to the adverse impact on the physical and psychological well-being of the people. This study which took place in Danau Kota, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, implements a mixed-methods approach, integrating both qualitative and quantitative data. The utilised techniques consist of document analysis, site inventory, and analysis by employing an observation approach, survey questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews. Based on the analysis, the results indicate the potential for enhancing open spaces to become highly interactive. Design strategies are formulated to enhance interactivity.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Interactive landscape, Urban areas, Quality of life, and Well-being
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H62 Study and teaching. Research
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Landscape Architecture Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design
Depositing User:	Dr. Aniza Abu Bakar
Date Deposited:	09 Dec 2024 15:35
Last Modified:	09 Dec 2024 15:35
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/116432

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