Table 7. The prospected framework of creating convivial urban spaces. Source: Authors based on [17, 21, 22]
Groups | Aspects | Significance | |
|---|---|---|---|
No. | Name | ||
1 | Place | Sense of place, edge effect, scale, recognizability, control, and surrounding buildings | To create a convivial urban space, the physical elements must be introduced that would make people recognize their surrounding environment through the effective relationship between the scale and edge effect of the buildings. Convivial urban spaces are often envisaged to transform communities’ spaces into lively and attractive places; to enhance quality of life and opportunity for existing residents. |
2 | Vitality | Social activities &interaction, diversity in activities, and livability & vitality | The different activities are basic elements of a convivial space. They attract users to communicate in different activities and for there to be a livable community and improve the quality of life there. |
3 | Access & Relief | Safety & security, accessibility, and comfort | These spaces should be secured through landscape elements to be a safe and comforting environment. They should be also accessible, and well connected to the surrounded places. |
4 | Sense of Pleasing | Sufficient places to sit, esthetic quality, and authenticity & meaning | Users are drawn to places that provide them with enough seating options so that they can enjoy the esthetic quality of the space. |