Designing Flexible and Multifunctional Collective Living Spaces
An Empirical Study of Student Perceptions in a University Campus
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21996757 |
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| Authors | Fatma Kürüm Varolgüneş (0000-0002-3214-4274, Bingöl University), İbrahim Halil Şeker (0000-0002-7525-8765, Bingöl University), Gonca ÖZER (0000-0002-0156-3994, Bingöl University) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 1249-1272 |
| Publication date | 2025-10-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | The Turkish Online Journal of Design Art and Communication (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2146-5193 • E-ISSN: 2146-5193 |
| Publisher | Turkish Online Journal of Design, Art and Communication (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.7456/tojdac.1735880 |
| OpenAlex | W4414702920 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 31 |
This study examines the spatial perceptions and expectations of students regarding collective living spaces on the campus of Bingöl University in Turkey. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach that integrates quantitative survey data with qualitative open-ended responses, the research investigates the relationship between flexible and multifunctional spatial designs and user experience. Statistical analyses reveal that students prioritize spaces that can adapt to both individual study and social interaction. Significant differences in spatial preferences were identified based on variables such as academic disciplines, year of study, and the amount of time spent on campus. Students emphasized design criteria such as sustainability, digital integration, comfort, and cultural identity. Based on these findings, eight conceptual spatial scenarios were developed to guide campus planning. This research not only contributes to the literature on campus planning within a specific context but also offers applicable recommendations for inclusive and student-centered designs in alignment with contemporary architectural principles
Empirical research · Perception · Qualitative research · Spatial design · Survey data collection · Survey research · University campus · Educational Environments and Student Outcomes · Place Attachment and Urban Studies · Urban Green Space and Health
| Highly cited | No |
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