Document Type : Research Paper
Authors
1 Assistant Prof., Environmental Design Department, Faculty of Environment, Uni. of Tehran,, Tehran, Iran.
2 M.A. Environmental Design Department, Faculty of Environment, University of Tehran.
Abstract
Introduction
Population growth and rising human needs have led to the functional densification of urban spaces, causing a decline in landscape quality and altering how space is perceived. This study aims to assess the environmental and urban landscape quality of Tajrish Square based on the components of the Responsive Environments Theory. It seeks to answer how this space's quality can be explained from the perspective of the mentioned theory.
Research method
This study adopts a practical approach, utilizing a mixed research method to analyze Tajrish Square as a case study. Data were gathered through direct observation, behavioral mapping, and questionnaires. The questionnaire analysis was carried out alongside environmental quality and urban landscape component matching using a hierarchical approach in AHP Excel software. Quantitative spatial syntax analyses were then performed in depthmapX software to explore the effects of the structure on the spatial network's configuration and function.
Results and discussion
The results of the analysis of overlapping observational data, questionnaires, and syntactic analyses show that weaknesses are associated with the quality of the Tajrish field response in the perceptual, social, and spatial components.
Conclusion
Analysis of the results indicates that the components of responsive environments have a positive influence on the quality of the urban landscape and environment in the study area. Based on these findings, revisiting the principles and criteria of urban and environmental design in light of the theory of Responsive Environments could enhance the quality of the environment and urban landscape across various physical, functional, and environmental aspects.
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