Document Type : Original Article
Authors
1 Graduated in Urban Planning from the Technical University of Vienna (Austria)
2 Graduated in Urban Planning, Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
Abstract
this research delves into the profound influence of aesthetics in articulating boundaries and transitional spaces within the fragmented micro-zones that lie along the edges of cities. It examines how these aesthetic qualities shape the personal experience of movement through such liminal environments. At the heart of the study lies a central question: in what ways, and through which spatial dimensions, do aesthetic elements inform an individual's perception and lived experience of navigating urban edges?
The case study focuses on the urban edge developed within the grounds of the Rey Cement Factory in Tehran. By engaging in a thorough review of existing theories, scholarly works, and previous studies, the research constructs a conceptual model and theoretical framework for analyzing these complex spatial conditions.
The findings reveal that visual element—such as lighting, color palettes, shifts in elevation, tactile materials, artistic forms, and spatial proportions—can serve as vital mediators among disjointed and ambiguous micro-spaces. These components contribute significantly to feelings of safety, serenity, and belonging, while also leaving a lasting imprint on the emotional and psychological states of individuals within these spaces.
Ultimately, this study emphasizes the transformative power of aesthetic design in redefining marginal urban areas. It suggests that when thoughtfully applied, aesthetic strategies can convert neglected or undefined edges into cohesive, emotionally resonant environments that enrich the experience of urban movement and interaction. As such, the integration of sensory and aesthetic dimensions in urban design is not merely decorative but essential to creating humane, meaningful public realms.
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