GOOD ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AS A CATALYST FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN CITIES
GOOD ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AS A CATALYST FOR IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN CITIES

Summary/Abstract: The growth of cities has led to multiple transformations that have changed the urban fabric; forthis reason, many locations in urban areas remain neglected. The present study was undertakento search for solutions that would minimize adverse changes in the urban fabric, buildings, andurban spaces. The aim of the study was to present examples of good architectural design that can beconsidered catalysts that improve the quality of life in cities. Architectural design contributesto urban development not only at the level of individual buildings, but also at the level of the overallquality of urban life. The research methodology involved developing a theoretical framework forthe research topic, and applying selected indicators to analyse several international examples andinvestigate the strategies deployed in various countries around the world. The study demonstrated thatgood architectural design must be inspired by a city’s history, and that the urban context should beconsidered in order to integrate new urban development with the surrounding environment throughcatalytic mechanisms and their indicators. Sustainability, health, education, safety, psychology, materialsourcing, and building materials are the most important quality of life (QoL) factors for developinga good architectural project.

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