| Title |
An Analysis of Spatial and Operational Characteristics of Closed Urban Schools |
| Authors |
최준수(Choi, Jun-Soo) ; 이경선(Lee, Kyung Sun) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2026.42.1.81 |
| Keywords |
Urban Closed Schools; Utilization of Closed-School Properties; Reuse Strategies; Closed School in Japan; Operator Interviews; On-Site Field Investigations |
| Abstract |
This study examines the spatial and operational characteristics of closed urban schools and proposes guidelines for their adaptive reuse. A
review of prior research identified domestic trends and gaps, leading to the development of an analytical framework. This framework was
applied to cases in Tokyo where closed schools have been repurposed as public facilities. Empirical, site-based evidence collected through
field visits and interviews with facility operators was coded and categorized using ATLAS.ti. The analysis identified eight core factors?
including alignment with local demand; program integration and operational flexibility; preservation of original spatial structures with
purpose-driven transformations; and clear role delineation between asset owners and operators?and prioritized them using Pareto analysis.
These findings inform spatial and operational guidelines for the reuse of closed urban schools. The evidence-based framework and
prioritization process provide empirical support for conversion and management strategies in dense urban contexts. Limitations of the study
include the restricted geographic scope and sample size; future research should expand to diverse urban settings and incorporate
complementary quantitative analyses. |