Effects of Socio-spatial Characteristics on Users’ Sense of Community in Chinese Coworking Spaces: A Scope Review

Authors

  • Zhiyi Zhao College of Built Environment, Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Surveying, University Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia
  • Azizah Ajis College of Built Environment, Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Surveying, University Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia
  • Siti Norsazlina Haron College of Built Environment, Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Surveying, University Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia
  • Chenhao Deng College of Art and Design, Faculty of Environmental Design, Jiangxi Institute of Fashion Technology, Jiangxi, Nanchang, China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6581

Keywords:

Coworking space, Physical environment, Social interaction, Sense of Community

Abstract

The Chinese coworking industry has experienced substantial growth; however, research on coworking spaces in China remains limited. This study conducts a comprehensive literature review, analyzing 51 studies on coworking environments across various disciplines and countries. While most research focuses on managerial and organizational aspects, the role of the physical environment has been overlooked. To address this gap, a conceptual framework was developed to highlight the effects of the physical environment on social interactions among coworking-users, fostering a sense of community within coworking spaces. This study aims to enhance coworking environments in China, supporting users' entrepreneurial success through an interior architecture perspective.

Published

2025-02-03

How to Cite

Zhao, Z., Ajis, A., Haron, S. N., & Deng, C. (2025). Effects of Socio-spatial Characteristics on Users’ Sense of Community in Chinese Coworking Spaces: A Scope Review. Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 10(31). https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10i31.6581