Good architectural design as a catalyst for improving the quality of life in cities

Raghad Ahmed Fadhil; Samar K. Hinthel

doi:10.31648/aspal.8266

Published: 2024-03-191

Vol. 23 No. 1 (2024)

Good architectural design as a catalyst for improving the quality of life in cities

Raghad Ahmed Fadhil

, Samar K. Hinthel

Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum

Section: Articles

https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.8266

Abstract

The growth of cities has led to multiple transformations that have changed the urban fabric; for this reason, many locations in urban areas remain neglected. The present study was undertaken to search for solutions that would minimize adverse changes in the urban fabric, buildings, and urban spaces. The aim of the study was to present examples of good architectural design that can be considered catalysts that improve the quality of life in cities. Architectural design contributes to urban development not only at the level of individual buildings, but also at the level of the overall quality of urban life. The research methodology involved developing a theoretical framework for the research topic, and applying selected indicators to analyse several international examples and investigate the strategies deployed in various countries around the world. The study demonstrated that good architectural design must be inspired by a city’s history, and that the urban context should be considered in order to integrate new urban development with the surrounding environment through catalytic mechanisms and their indicators. Sustainability, health, education, safety, psychology, material sourcing, and building materials are the most important quality of life (QoL) factors for developing a good architectural project.

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city, quality of life, local environments, catalyst mechanisms, urban catalyst, good design

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Fadhil, R. A., & Hinthel, S. K. (2024). Good architectural design as a catalyst for improving the quality of life in cities. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum, 23(1), 43–55. https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.8266

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