Sub-classification Processes of the Cul-de-sac Courtyards

Authors

  • Anniz Fazli Ibrahim Bajunid Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies, Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
  • Mohamed Yusoff Abbas Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies, Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
  • Abdul Hadi Nawawi Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
  • Alias Rameli International Policy Evaluation and Research Unit, Research And Development Division, Federal Department of Town and Country Planning, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v3i10.320

Keywords:

Cul-de-sac Syntax, Cul-de-sac Courtyards, Micro-communities, Design Practices

Abstract

Shah Alam has exhibited flourishing cul-de-sac courtyard neighbourhoods, which has stirred debatable interests. The objective of this paper is to continue the discourse in measurable analysis of sub-classifications. The paper assembles physical data with key characteristics that make up the physical construct of a cul-de-sac courtyard by administering measurements, observations and checklists. The sub-classification processes led to preliminary key factors such as density, size, design forms and user implications. 18 cul-de-sac courtyards in Shah were catalogued and inventoried, elucidating its syntax. The database introduced potential in longitudinal research of the socio-spatial micro-neighbourhood unit, towards pragmatic applications in emergent design practices.

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Published

2018-08-24

How to Cite

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Ibrahim Bajunid, A.F. et al. 2018. Sub-classification Processes of the Cul-de-sac Courtyards. Asian Journal of Environment-Behaviour Studies. 3, 10 (Aug. 2018), 133–141. DOI:https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v3i10.320.

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