| Title |
The Spatial functioning of Cultural and Art Center in the Urban Setting |
| Authors |
Song Jeong-Hwa ; Kim Young-Ook ; Lee Hyun-Soo |
| Keywords |
Cultural and Art center ; Seoul Arts Center ; Space Syntax ; Spacial Configuration |
| Abstract |
The purpose of this study was to examine the accessibility and spatial configuration of a cultural and art center in an urban setting. Using space syntax, this research analyzed the Seoul Arts Center and its surrounding area, elaborated the built environment and its layouts, and delineated the significance and implications of the built form in the situated context. The research found that the Seoul Arts Center, as a cultural venue, didn't run the full gamut and was not accessible. It was noted that the location of the studied building reduced the accessibility, and the core area of the city would be an appropriate alternative location. Also, the results indicated that the spatial cognition of the Seoul Arts Center was high and conspicuous, while the interaction with surroundings was weak. This qualitative research suggested that the cultural and art center be located in an area that is more accessible and emphasizes the functional integration. |