Workspace (Google Earth, 2022)

Workspace (Google Earth, 2022)

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Public open spaces provide many services that will improve the physical and mental health of the society and increase the quality of life. These services are an important indicator for measuring spatial quality. In this study, it is aimed to evaluate the reinforcement elements used in the Özgürlük Park in the city of Çanakkale according to the spat...

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... Park, which is connected to the Esenler District of Çanakkale city, has been determined as the study area ( Figure 1). Özgürlük Park is located at latitude 40.163357 and longitude 26.407953. ...
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... in the study area, a symbolic statue was used at the entrance of the park to indicate that the park is also a resting area (Figure 9). To disconnect the area from the external environment and to separate the park from the immediate surroundings, a concrete flower pot and iron fence detailed limiting element and a wire mesh limiting plant element was used ( Figure 11). ...
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... fact that the area is located at one of the highest points of Çanakkale makes the park airy and spacious. The Bosphorus view of the park, which creates different effects at different times of the day, is a positive feature of the continuity of the area (Figure 12). Use of Space for Different Purposes: The main purpose of Özgürlük Park is to provide an area where the people of the city can have fun and rest, and perform their social activities in an area that is away from the stress of the city and integrated with nature. ...
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... area does not only serve people but also provides shelter and feeding opportunities for animals. In the park, there are areas where many animals can roam, animal kennels, food bowls, bird water pools, and waste bins and bags for animal excrement ( Figure 13). ...
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... of the Space for Social Activities: There are many uses in the area suitable for social activities for user requests and needs. Respectively; There are a cafe area, buffet area, and sitting area connected to this area, children's playgrounds, sand playground, children playground (Figure 14), walking-bike paths, and a skateboarding track ( Figure 15). There is also a glass-ceramic workshop located under the skateboard rink, which is not currently operating ( Figure 16). ...
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... of the Space for Social Activities: There are many uses in the area suitable for social activities for user requests and needs. Respectively; There are a cafe area, buffet area, and sitting area connected to this area, children's playgrounds, sand playground, children playground (Figure 14), walking-bike paths, and a skateboarding track ( Figure 15). There is also a glass-ceramic workshop located under the skateboard rink, which is not currently operating ( Figure 16). ...
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... There are a cafe area, buffet area, and sitting area connected to this area, children's playgrounds, sand playground, children playground (Figure 14), walking-bike paths, and a skateboarding track ( Figure 15). There is also a glass-ceramic workshop located under the skateboard rink, which is not currently operating ( Figure 16). Inclusivity: The area provides opportunities for communities of all ages and walks of life to come together and carry out activities without discriminating between men, women, old and young. ...
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... The area provides opportunities for communities of all ages and walks of life to come together and carry out activities without discriminating between men, women, old and young. At the same time, the uses were designed and created by considering architectural standards such as slopes and dimensions suitable for disabled use (Figure 17). Interactive: The park is an area where both individual and community activities can be carried out easily. ...
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... The park is an area where both individual and community activities can be carried out easily. Many entertainments, rest, walking, cycling, doing sports, etc. uses are not disconnected from each other, but are positioned in a way that they can interact ( Figure 18). Suitability for Recreation: Since the park contains very large green areas, it creates a very suitable ground for recreational activities. ...
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... addition, the elevation differences in the area facilitated the creation of different usage areas. The elevation difference between these elevation differences is provided by using stairs or leaving a sloping green area (Figure 19). ...
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... and Cleaning: When Özgürlük Park, which looks clean and well-maintained in its entirety, is examined in detail, it has been determined that there are some areas in need of care. The stacking of unused materials in the area located close to the park entrance caused a bad image ( Figure 21). The paths created by the users as shortcuts not only spoil the view but also cause muddying from time to time (Figure 22). ...
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... a seating element in the area; Seating elements with wood-metal details and wood-concrete details were preferred ( Figure 30). Metal-detailed, concrete-metal-detailed, and wood-metal-concrete detailed trash bins were used in the area (Figure 31). Granite slab paving, granite cube paving, concrete paving stone paving, cast rubber flooring, marble slab, and basalt slab stone were used in the area in different colors and shapes ( Figure 32). ...

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... This suggests that even smaller parks can offer high-quality experiences when their surrounding environment and design elements are carefully integrated, demonstrating the importance of spatial context in enhancing park quality. Taking a different approach, [138] evaluates park quality using the space quality diagram, focusing on four key quality factors: ...
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This study presents a comprehensive framework for evaluating the quality of public spaces across various urban typologies. Through a systematic review of 159 research studies, we identify universal quality factors that transcend spatial types as well as specialized factors unique to specific public environments. Our findings establish accessibility (73.6%), safety/security (58.4%), and comfort (52.8%) as foundational requirements across all public space types, while revealing distinct quality priorities for different typologies: open spaces emphasize comfort (70%), parks prioritize activities (60%), green spaces focus on aesthetics and natural elements (70% and 60%), and public facilities uniquely emphasize indoor environment quality (41.7%). The research reveals a hierarchical relationship between factors, where accessibility enables other qualities, safety serves as a prerequisite for utilization, and comfort determines engagement quality. We identify critical limitations in current assessment approaches, including artificial intelligence studies focused on easily quantifiable factors, domain-specific research confined within disciplinary boundaries, and overreliance on subjective perceptions without objective measures. This research provides a foundation for integrated approaches to public space assessment that acknowledge the complexity of public urban environments while addressing both universal human needs and context-specific requirements. The findings support urban planners, designers, and policymakers in developing balanced assessment methodologies that ensure both comparability across spaces and sensitivity to local conditions, ultimately contributing to the creation of high-quality public spaces that enhance urban life and community wellbeing.