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Healthy campus by open space design: Approaches and guidelines |
Stephen Siu Yu Lau1,2,Zhonghua Gou3,*,Yajing Liu2 |
1. Department of Architecture, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China 2. Department of Architecture, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China 3. Faculty of Built Environment, University of New South Wales, Room 3001, Red Centre West Wing, UNSW Built Environment, Kensington Campus, Sydney, Australia |
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Abstract This paper examines the architectural and landscape design strategies and intentions for green, open spaces facilities targeting stress alleviation for learning environments such as those of university campuses in a compact urban setting. Literature reviews provide three prevailing perspectives for physical design pedagogical operatives: healing gardens where greenery and plants produce restorative effects; flexible spaces that accommodate functional needs of different activities; and green buildings that incorporate open space as a catalyst for integrated eco-system. Corresponding design approaches (landscape design, spatial design and green design) are scrutinized by case study. A comparison of two university campuses with different urban contexts is conducted to identify challenges and opportunities for applying these design approaches. For a compact campus, high-dense surroundings may limit the size of an open space and may handicap circulation and accessibility; on the other side, a small open space may provide its users more intimate contact with natural restorative elements and also a more controllable microclimate for physical comfort. A healthy campus should encompass diverse open spaces to satisfy different purposes. Finally, a framework that integrates the three approaches is combined to produce a sustainable design rubric.
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Keywords
Healthy campus
Open space
Healing gardens
Architecture
Green building
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Corresponding Author(s):
Zhonghua Gou
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Issue Date: 08 January 2015
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