| Title |
Place Identity of Space above Ground in Mixed-use Complexes - The case of Mixed-use Complex Planning for Urban Regeneration in Tokyo, Japan |
| Keywords |
도시재생 ; 입체/복합시설 ; 공중공간 ; 장소 정체성 Urban Regeneration ; Mixed Use Complex ; Space above ground ; Identity with(of) Place |
| Abstract |
Recently, there have been many cases of Mixed-use complex (MXC) planning with the purpose of urban regeneration. This study focuses on the place identity of space above the ground in the MXC, while the goal of the research is to define the significance of space above the ground. The method is as follows. This study discusses the correct use of vocabulary pertaining to mixed use space above ground level and examines details about the basic significance of place identity as a theoretical study. This study draws the analysis items from the following two methods of process. Firstly analysis items include 3 types of space in a sky space, while the other items are 3 composition factors of place identity. Finally, 4 cases of MXC in Tokyo are analyzed through this analysis framework. The conclusion is as follows. First, open space above ground in MXC contributes to the vitalization of local community and assumes the role of ‘making a good place’. Second, a street above ground is used as a place not only for pedestrians but also for people who wish to rest and to communicate with others. Third, a bridge above ground assumes the role of connecting various characteristics of the street above ground and is integrated in the design and composition with the street above ground. Finally, the sky space in MXC has the same function but a different signification for the design and plan. |