Walking as a medium of comprehending contextual assets of historical urban fabrics

Soroush Masoumzadeh and Hadi Pendar

Urban Research & Practice, 2021, vol. 14, issue 1, 50-72

Abstract: The importance of walkability as a desirable design ‘outcome’ is well established. This research, attempting to create a link between walkability, contextualism, and urban heritage conservation, sees this concept also as a significant ‘means’ of design. Literature reviews were conducted to highlight the necessity of this stance. A conceptual framework suggesting a method for contextually implementing walkability in heritage conservation was developed and tested in the case study of Shahidgah, a historic district in Ardabil. Results indicate that utilising contextual features of place while implementing walkability in historical areas contribute not only to walkability enhancement but also to heritage conservation.

Date: 2021
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