Valuating the Role of Localization of Elements on the Identification of Urban Furniture in District 5 of Karaj

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 PhD student in Geography and Urban Planning, Islamic Azad University, Semnan, Semnan, Iran am_mirzaei116@yahoo.com (Corresponding Author

2 Assistant Professor, Department of Geography and Urban Planning, Semnan Islamic Azad University, Semnan, Iran. dr.zandmoghadam@gmail.com

Abstract

Introduction: With the increasing expansion of urbanization and the increase of urban population and the resulting problems, providing facilities for the well-being of citizens becomes more and more necessary. Today, the importance and role of urban furniture in urban services and beautification is not hidden from anyone and urban furniture is an essential and integral component of cities. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of localization of elements on the identity of urban furniture in District 5 of Karaj.
Method: The present study is an applied study based on a descriptive method of correlation. According to Cochran's formula, the sample size is 383 people. Cronbach's alpha coefficient was used to assess the validity of the research instrument. Cronbach's alpha coefficient in the measured indices (more than 0.7) is the validity of the accepted research tool. For data analysis based on descriptive statistical table techniques and SWOT analytical model has been used.
Findings: The findings of the SWOT model study showed that in aggressive strategy, the most important component is S10 O10. Increase leisure time by creating urban furniture in various service centers in the central part with a weight of 0.731, in a defensive strategy, W4 T9 options. Involve people in the design and construction of urban furniture and its correct location based on the needs of the people with a score of 0.924, in the strategy of reviewing the most important option W6 O3. Increasing the budget for the development of urban furniture in order to design and manufacture quality furniture with a score of 1 and in the strategy of diversity, the most important component of this strategy in terms of the statistical community is the option T5S5. Diversification of different uses with cultural and physical identity in neighborhoods weighing 0.852
Conclusion:Citizens of District 5, satisfied with the current situation, are seeking to upgrade the positive indicators and design and architecture facilities and capabilities of the district using urban management. Finally, it can be said that if we do not pay attention to urban furniture, urban spaces do not have the necessary peace and quiet and citizens do not want to use these spaces.
 

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Urban Management Studies
Volume 12, Issue 41
June 2020
Pages 47-62

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