Urban Public Space Design for Increasing Green Spaces : A Case Study of the Tha Sai Community, Nonthaburi

Abstract

Tha Sai Community in Nonthaburi Province is a peri-urban area characterized by spatial dynamics that support local socio-economic activities. Amidst physical and social changes, this study aims to identify, classify, and design the community's public open spaces. The investigation reveals that these spaces are distinctively open yet fragmented, flowing continuously around built environments. Key areas include temple grounds, sports fields, educational institutions, government sites, piers, and natural landscapes. However, these spaces are currently abandoned, underutilized, or classified as leftover spaces, failing to reach their full potential for community activities. Consequently, the study proposes a landscape revitalization strategy to maximize utility based on four design criteria: 1) Functionality, 2) Connectivity, 3) Vegetation, and 4) Aesthetics.

Keywords: Urban Public Space , Green Space , Urban community , Tha Sai Community.