| Title |
Analysis of Placeness Formation Elements in Culturally Regenerated Idle Spaces |
| Authors |
황유림(Hwang, You-lim) ; 황연숙(Hwang, Yeon-Sook) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.14774/JKIID.2025.34.5.020 |
| Keywords |
Placeness; Cultural Regeneration; Idle Space; Regenerated Space; Complex Cultural Space |
| Abstract |
With the rise of industrialization and urbanization, the number of idle spaces has increased due to the closure of industrial facilities, leading to various social issues. These spaces, which hold historical and symbolic value as industrial cultural assets, are gaining attention for their potential to be repurposed through cultural regeneration.
However, physical regeneration alone has limitations in ensuring sustainable use. Place-based regeneration has emerged as an effective strategy to secure the distinctiveness and continuity of such spaces by utilizing regional cultural resources. It also fosters local identity, strengthens social cohesion, and contributes to revitalizing the local economy and enhancing urban competitiveness. This study analyzes seven sites selected for the ‘Idle Space Cultural Regeneration Activation Project’ focusing on the elements that constitute placeness. The analysis results are as follows: First, based on previous research, four key elements of placeness were identified-physical, behavioral, semantic, and historical. Second, physical elements were most prominently observed, particularly in terms of accessibility for external visitors and visual and physical integration with the surrounding natural environment. Third, semantic elements appeared to be the least developed, as the lack of sensory stimulating features limited visitors’ emotional engagement. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance spatial immersion by incorporating multisensory stimuli that align with the space’s character and function. Fourth, in terms of behavioral elements, efforts were made to strengthen community connections and promote cultural revitalization. Various interactive spaces were created through cultural activities, and digital platforms were utilized to provide program information and support community engagement. Fifth, with respect to historical elements, the original structures were preserved while being harmonized with newly added modern spaces. Elements symbolizing the site’s former industrial functions were also incorporated to effectively convey its historical context and significance. |