... on the historic core of Sarajevo, known as Bascarsija, developed during the Ottoman period in Bosnia. This article aims to define the qualities of open spaces in Bascarsija, particularly its physical attributes, sensory experience and activities. Design/methodology/approach Firstly, it is important...

...Andrew Yu Purpose This study examines the relationship between quality and quantity of open space in residential areas and the sense of community of Chinese older adults in Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach A survey was conducted with 257 adults aged 55 and over in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong...

...Burak Mangut; Fatma Ahsen Ozsoy Purpose The purpose of this paper is to focus on the interaction of enclosure and disclosure, and analyze the dynamics of this bond. It also investigates the interaction between open spaces and closed spaces in housing areas as fundamental public and private realms...