Regreeneration

An approach to anticipate on new built regeneration projects in order to improve deprived deprived neighbourhoods.

Ouderen, als basis voor stedelijke vernieuwing

Wereldwijd is er een vergrijzing zichtbaar in de bevolking. In 2050 zal het percentage van het aantal ouderen wereldwijd verdubbeld zijn. In Nederland komt dit er op neer dat in 2050 een kwart van de bevolking ouder is dan 65 jaar (Zantinge et al., 2011). In Nederland wordt de groei veroorzaakt door de stijgende levensverwachting en de babyboom...

Hello neighbors! Exploring public space’s attractiveness towards improving social connectedness of elderly in Dutch new towns

The changing needs of aging people ask for lasting improvements within the urban environment for them to stay socially and physically active, independent and healthy for as long as possible and for them to live a fulfilling retirement. Hello neighbors! addresses the quality-of-life issues that concern our aging population. It puts forward public...

Active Cities - Spatial conditions for a healthier lifestyle in The Hague's Transvaal and Moerwijk

The master’s thesis deals with public space in connection to public health aspect and the contribution that public space can make to this facet. Nowadays people all over the world face health problems concerning obesity and lack of exercise, especially children and the elderly. The current lifestyle of Western societies is encouraged and...

Landscape Perception: A spatial design strategy for Dongeradeel, Friesland