| Title |
Public Pedestrian Passages in Seoul Apartment Complexes |
| Authors |
우현주(Woo, Hyunju) ; 황세원(Hwang, Soe Won) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2026.42.2.347 |
| Keywords |
Public Pedestrian Passage; Apartment Complex; District Unit Plans; Gated Community; Pedestrian Network |
| Abstract |
This study analyzes 59 apartment complexes in Seoul that feature public pedestrian passages designed under district unit plans between 2015
and 2024. Web maps, QGIS spatial analysis, and field surveys were used to examine the physical characteristics of the complexes and the
design features of the pedestrian passages, including configuration and scale, connections with pre-development pedestrian networks, and
integration with the surrounding urban context. The findings indicate that center-type single passages are the most common configuration,
typically six meters wide, and most achieve connectivity with surrounding urban networks. However, field surveys revealed several limitations,
such as restricted public access due to installed gates, lack of directional signage, and reduced accessibility for mobility-impaired users. The
study suggests that improving public pedestrian passages requires moving beyond physical planning to include assessment of the urban context
and stakeholder consensus. By examining the characteristics of these passages, the study provides a foundation for developing practical and
concrete guidelines for future urban design. |