The effect of public space availability on children's creativity (case study: Taman Sari kota Banda Aceh)

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Taman Sari as a public space on children's creativity, what factors were the most influential of public space facilities on children's creativity, and how much the Taman Sari facility was structured for children. The research location was Taman Sari, a City Park, in Baiturrahman Sub-District, City of Banda Aceh. Primary data collection was done by dividing the questionnaire. This research was conducted by multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that the existence of Taman Sari with its variables (accessibility, facilities, environment, and comfort), together, had a significant effect on children's creativity. The factors that have the highest impact on children's creativity were facilities and comfort. Taman Sari at present, 2019, has undergone improvements and handlings. There are many improvements in both quantity and quality facilities. The government has been performing marked improvement to make Taman Sari as a public space.