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Ghahramanpouri, A, Lamit, H and Sedaghatnia, S (2012) Behavioural observation of human stationary and sustained activities in pedestrian priority streets of johor bahru. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 105-16.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: human activity; pedestrian street; stationary and sustained pedestrian
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1823-6499
  • URL: http://web.usm.my/jcdc/vol17_2_2012/Art%206_jcdc17-2.pdf
  • Abstract:
    Streets are considered to be major public spaces in the urban fabric. A pedestrian street is a street in which the carriageway space has been prioritised for pedestrian use. In Malaysia, due to enhancements of the streetscape and the promotion of the qualities of urban spaces, "pedestrianisation" has been suggested as a solution to recover space for pedestrian and non-traffic activities. A reviewof the literature has revealed that when people engage in a variety of activities, the streets becomelivelier. However, few empirical studies have addressed stationary and sustained activities in pedestrian streets. This research focused on pedestrian activities in Meldrum Walk and Segget Walk in JohorBahru. Through behavioural observation, data on pedestrians of diverse age groups and genders, along with different types of activities and postures, were analysed. This study recommended that policy makers initiate conscious attempts to create diverse environments to attract a varied group of peopletoreside near pedestrian streets or attract visitors to frequent these streets. In addition, policy makers need to focus on interest groups, including children, senior citizens and/or disabled people, to make it easier for these groups to participate in activities in pedestrian streets. © Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2012.

Idoro, G I (2012) Influence of project plans on the outcome of construction projects procured by design-build in Nigeria. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 81-103.

Mohamad, M I, Nekooie, M A and Al-Harthy, A B S (2012) Design changes in residential reinforced concrete buildings: The causes, sources, impacts and preventive measures. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 23-44.

Oluwatayo, A A and Amole, D (2012) Culture of architectural firms in Nigeria: An exploratory study. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 1-21.

Onukwube, H N (2012) Leader influences on training effectiveness of construction professionals: The case of nigeria. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 67-79.

Salleh, A G and Badarulzaman, N (2012) Quality of life of residents in urban neighbourhoods of pulau pinang, Malaysia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 117-23.

Santoso, D S, Joewono, T B, Wibowo, A, Sinaga, H P A and Santosa, W (2012) Public-private partnerships for tollway construction and operation: Risk assessment and allocation from the perspective of investors. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 17(2), 45-66.