PEM 508 - Urban Space Design

Course Objectives

Evaluation of theoretical approaches and practices developed on urban space and urban design.

Examination of contemporary approaches in Urban Design

Examination of urban space design principles

Course Description

Purpose and scope of urban space design. Interaction of architectural space, urban space and landscape. The relationship between urban space and architectural space. Urban space elements. Open, semi-open and closed spaces. Private, semi-private public spaces. Lost places. Space organization principles. Responsive environment. Analysis and evaluations in urban space. Permeability, Diversity, Readability, Flexibility, Strength, Visual harmony, Richness, Personalization. Co-Assessment.