Effects of Outdoor Space Design in Neighborhoods on Quality of Life

Heng Zhang; Ru-Hui Zhang

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6502

Authors

Heng Zhang Department of Architecture, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Ru-Hui Zhang Department of Architecture, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6502

Keywords:

neighborhood environment, outdoor space, activity type, emotional experience

Abstract

This study explores how perceptions and cognitive responses to neighborhood outdoor spaces influence leisure activities and emotional experiences, ultimately affecting QOL. Using survey data from 412 residents in Tainan, Taiwan, analyzed through structural equation modeling (SEM), the study found that indirect effects mediated by leisure activities and emotional experiences amplify the impact of outdoor spaces on QOL. These findings offer insights for urban designers and policymakers to create spaces that enhance residents' well-being. By examining how specific environmental features affect daily experiences, this research contributes to a broader understanding of sustainable urban development.

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