Application of Environmental Compatibility Theory in Designing Sustainable Social Spaces

Abstract

This article examines the application of environmental compatibility theory in the design of sustainable social spaces, emphasizing the alignment between built structures and natural environments to enhance environmental sustainability, increase social interactions, and improve user quality of life. Using a qualitative approach, the study combines semi-structured interviews and field observations to analyze examples of public spaces that adhere to environmental compatibility principles. The findings reveal that social spaces designed with natural elements, sustainable materials, and renewable energy systems positively impact resource conservation, air quality improvement, and users' sense of place attachment. Results also indicate that environmentally compatible social spaces can reduce stress, enhance user satisfaction, and strengthen social interactions. In the conclusion and recommendations, the article provides strategies to improve the design of social spaces with an emphasis on environmental compatibility and offers suggestions for future research on the long-term and socio-cultural impacts of this approach. By presenting evidence of the significance and effectiveness of environmental compatibility theory in sustainable design, this study serves as a guide for urban designers and planners in creating more efficient and eco-friendly social spaces.