Common Spaces and Quality of Life: Examining Social Impacts in Shared Environments
Subject Areas :
Mohammad Amin Taheri
1
,
elahe nouri segherlou
2
1 - Islamshahr Branch, Islamic Azad University Tehran, Iran.
2 - Quds City Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
Keywords: Social interactions, Quality of life, Shared residential environments, Public space design, Sense of belonging.,
Abstract :
This article examines the impact of social interactions among residents on the quality of life in shared residential environments. The home, as a place of comfort and security, needs to fulfill both the biological and social needs of individuals. In this context, social interactions within neighborhoods play a key role in enhancing life satisfaction. Common spaces such as courtyards and green areas can help strengthen these relationships, and appropriate design of these spaces, especially in large residential complexes, can reduce feelings of isolation and increase social interactions. Studies have shown that common spaces, when designed and managed properly, can encourage residents to engage in more interactions. These spaces are not only beneficial for leisure activities but also provide opportunities for social relationships. Additionally, maintaining privacy while providing suitable spaces for social interactions is of particular importance. Research findings indicate that social interactions have a positive impact on quality of life. The design of public spaces should ensure a sense of security and comfort for residents, enabling them to interact easily with one another. Shared residential environments that offer social facilities, green spaces, and recreational amenities directly impact the quality of life of the residents. Finally, this article provides recommendations for residential complex managers to strengthen social interactions and enhance residents' quality of life by organizing regular social programs and designing appropriate public spaces. Overall, the article emphasizes the importance of designing residential environments that meet the social needs of residents and offers strategies to improve quality of life in these environments.
