Role of Public Spaces in Social Cohesion and Inclusivity

Role of Public Spaces in Social Cohesion and Inclusivity

1Rimjhim Sagar 2Ar.Shivani Paliwal 3Ar.Shefali Soni

1B.Arch Student,  School of Architecture, RGPV  2 Assistant Professor School of Architecture, RGPV   3 Assistant Professor School of Architecture, RGPV

Email : 1 rimjimsagar123@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

The review paper explores on the idea of how a well-designed public space can help enhancing social bonds, trust, and a sense of community amongst people from various economic, social, and cultural backgrounds. Public spaces that are inclusive and equitable can help bridging the gap between different clusters in the communities, reducing societal rift, and promoting positive social interactions. The study also focuses on design elements like accessibility, spatial layout, seating arrangements, and presence of green spaces, thereby examining how these factors affect social integration, inclusivity, and belongingness amongst people. Additionally, it also talks about the importance of public spaces in hosting community events and cultural exchanges, which further strengthen social connections. As cities face rapid social and economic changes, it is crucial for architects, urban planners and policymakers to prioritize public space designs that foster unity and minimize inequality. The research emphasizes on the thought of how designing of public spaces helps in creating a cohesive, inclusive, and well-connected urban community.

Keywords: Public spaces, Social cohesion, Community spaces, Inclusive design