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Behzadfar M, Mazarei M. Utilization of space syntax technique in spatial structure analysis; Case Study: Resalat Square, Tehran. Naqshejahan 2024; 13 (4) :49-72
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1- Professor of Urban Design, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran , behzaadfar@iust.ac.ir
2- Master of Urban Design, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
2- Master of Urban Design, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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Aims The complexity of today`s urban issues are such that researchers and urban designers can not manage to to focus on all topics simultaneously and explain the consequences of their decisions and their designs in urban spaces. Space syntax logic, which is one of the mechanisms that can help in overcoming these types of problems, uses software that has high accuracy in mathematical calculations and presentation of graphic maps. The purpose of this research is to investigate the qualities of the spatial dimension and the experience of pedestrians in Resalat Square, Tehran.
Methodes in this study, while using DepthMap software due to observations and interviews with residents, retailers and pedestrians and observing the problems of citizens' access to different parts of the square, the technical weaknesses of software related to space syntax logic were identified and the strengths and weaknesses were achieved through SWOT technique.
Findings After reviewing the preliminary results and observing the methodological contradictions, the field survey was renewed inorder to reveal the additional requirements. The results can be considered in two aspects. Firstly, raising additional awareness to refine space syntax logic, mathematical cognition, and DepthMap software, and secondly, achieving comprehensive cognition of Resalat Square in spatial structure.
Conclusion The human experience of the city can be different from the quantitative results obtained. The final results indicate that the south and southwest areas of Resalat Square have the best state of integration and connection with other urban spaces and consequently have the greatest potential for development.
Methodes in this study, while using DepthMap software due to observations and interviews with residents, retailers and pedestrians and observing the problems of citizens' access to different parts of the square, the technical weaknesses of software related to space syntax logic were identified and the strengths and weaknesses were achieved through SWOT technique.
Findings After reviewing the preliminary results and observing the methodological contradictions, the field survey was renewed inorder to reveal the additional requirements. The results can be considered in two aspects. Firstly, raising additional awareness to refine space syntax logic, mathematical cognition, and DepthMap software, and secondly, achieving comprehensive cognition of Resalat Square in spatial structure.
Conclusion The human experience of the city can be different from the quantitative results obtained. The final results indicate that the south and southwest areas of Resalat Square have the best state of integration and connection with other urban spaces and consequently have the greatest potential for development.
Keywords: spatial dimension, space syntax technique, Tehran Resalat Square, advanced mathematics, new technologies of architecture and planning, Islamic city, Islamic geometry
Article Type: Original Research |
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Urban Design
Received: 2023/10/24 | Accepted: 2024/01/29 | Published: 2024/03/18
Received: 2023/10/24 | Accepted: 2024/01/29 | Published: 2024/03/18
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