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Research

Research Diagram

Research results

The project began with research combining urban analysis and a questionnaire.

The questionnaire included 43 questions across seven topics, including:

  • daily life and overcrowding
  • comfort and safety in cities
  • climate change perception
  • future city imagination
  • and how people would live if outdoor environments became limited.

Most respondents lived in large metropolitan cities and over 60% had lived there for more than ten years, meaning their answers reflect long-term urban experience.

One of the clearest findings was related to urban overcrowding.

Participants rated:

  • Public transportation: as the most crowded space (8–9 / 10) and residential areas as the least crowded one (3–5 / 10)

This suggests that transportation and circulation infrastructure are the main pressure points in cities.

Another important finding relates to movement and safety.

When asked whether pedestrian movement should be separated from vehicles:

83% of respondents answered yes.

People consistently identified several factors that make cities more comfortable:

  • clean air
  • clear wayfinding
  • separation from traffic
  • reliable transportation
  • and access to services within walking distance.

These results strongly suggest that future cities should focus on layered movement systems rather than fully enclosed environments.

Design Principles found after the research

Climate Adaptation

Designed for future conditions where outdoor environments may become unstable.

Multi-Layered System

Urban functions are organized vertically to reduce congestion and improve efficiency.

Separated Movement

Pedestrians, vehicles, and services operate in different layers.

Distributed Circulation

Multiple routes and loops prevent congestion and dead ends.

Vertical Connectivity

Elevators and connections link all layers and keep the system integrated.

People-First Design

Movement and public space prioritize pedestrian comfort and safety.

Housing–Service Connection

Housing is directly connected to services, circulation, and social spaces.

Nature Integration

Green spaces improve air quality, light, and psychological comfort.

Light & Openness

Atriums, terraces, and voids bring daylight and prevent enclosure.

Social Infrastructure

Shared spaces support everyday interaction and community life.

Adaptable System

The neighborhood can expand and evolve over time.

Design Process

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