Study on Revitalization of Housing Complexes in Japan through Utilization of Open Spaces Based on Residents' Activities

摘要

In this study, we analyzed the function and management system of open spaces which have survived in housing complexes, as well as their relationship to everyday activities that occur there, and then determined which characteristics need to be preserved and passed on to the next generation.In summary, we deduced the characteristics of open spaces in housing complexes that arestill working effectively, as well as the future direction for their management and maintenance, by observing and analyzing residents' everyday activities, and which characteristics it is most important to preserve and pass on to the next generation.We also clarified that it is possible to create a new relationship between residents and open spaces and enhance the attractiveness of housing complexes by improving open spaces to accommodate the greatly changing social environment and by creating a system for maintaining and managing the improved open spaces.