Reinterpreting Residential Enclosed Open Space Of Lahore: A Study Into Elderly Occupant Perception

Authors

  • Fatima Nasir Alvi
  • Dr. Saima Gulzar
  • Dr. Syed Faisal Sajjad
  • Sobia Razzak
  • Mahrukh Rehman Mirza
  • Rimsha Imran
  • Fareena M. Ehsan
  • Muhammad Faran Saleem

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/ks.v12i5.3459

Keywords:

Elderly well-being, Courtyard architecture, Psychological well-being, Physiological well-being, Elderly perception

Abstract

This study aims to address the effect of residential enclosed open space, the courtyard on the psychological and physiological wellbeing of the Pakistan’s elderly residents aged sixty-five and above, highlighting how the absence of such spaces leads to a disconnect from nature, fostering feelings of gloom and emptiness among them. Qualitative questionnaire survey method is employed and respondents from both genders were interviewed through purposeful sampling. The findings and the conclusions lead to recommendations. Ultimately, this research aims to highlight the necessity of incorporating enclosed open spaces in residential designs to enhance the overall well-being of elderly residents.

Author Biographies

Fatima Nasir Alvi

PhD Scholar, School of Architecture and Planning, University of Management Technology, Lahore.

Dr. Saima Gulzar

Professor, School of Architecture and Planning, University of Management Technology, Lahore.

Dr. Syed Faisal Sajjad

Professor and Dean of Architecture, National College of Arts, Lahore.

Mahrukh Rehman Mirza

PhD Scholar, School of Architecture and Planning, University of Management Technology, Lahore.

 

Rimsha Imran

Lecturer Interior Design Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore.

Fareena M. Ehsan

Assistant Professor (visiting) Under graduate program, Interior Design Department National College of Arts Lahore, Pakistan.

 

Muhammad Faran Saleem

Visiting Lecturer, Interior Design Department, National College of Arts Lahore, Pakistan.

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Published

2024-10-09

How to Cite

Fatima Nasir Alvi, Dr. Saima Gulzar, Dr. Syed Faisal Sajjad, Sobia Razzak, Mahrukh Rehman Mirza, Rimsha Imran, … Muhammad Faran Saleem. (2024). Reinterpreting Residential Enclosed Open Space Of Lahore: A Study Into Elderly Occupant Perception. Kurdish Studies, 12(5), 1388–1403. https://doi.org/10.53555/ks.v12i5.3459

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