Integrated elderly park model with social interaction qualities

Abstract

The increased longer life expectancy of the elderly is a positive thing though it requires more attention related to the quality of life. The decrease of physical capability will also affect the psychological conditions if they have to depend on others. Activities that involve social interaction of the elderly could minimise loneliness and tend to improve the quality of life. A pleasant and friendly environment for the elderly will help to reduce the level of dependence of the elderly on others. This research takes place Lippo Karawaci as a case study. This neighbourhood has been developed since 1993 and tends to have more ageing population recently. Majority of the elderly are still socially active in exercising and engaging with each other. However, they use residual spaces that are not particularly designed to meet their needs. This study aims to observe the activities, social interactions and how they use the space. The process begins with studying the profiles, activities, needs of the elderly and their spatial use patterns. The descriptive interpretative analysis finds trends in spatial use patterns in residential areas. The result of this study is a model of integrated elderly park that can be applied to residential areas.