Separate but equal? understanding gender dynamics and its implications for gender-inclusive design
By: Chadha, Trishla
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Publisher: Mumbai Indian Institute of Architects 2022Edition: Vol.87(7), Jul.Description: 12-20p.Subject(s): ARCHITECTURE GENERAL (AR-GEN)Online resources: Click here
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Journal of the Indian institute of architects :(JIIA)Summary: Architecture is an artistic field that creates a spatial system in a
specific social context, with a distinct identity, the causes and
effects of which are still unclear. To embed architecture with spatial
identity, it should have a social dimension. The tense relationship
between architecture and gender is not new, but it is a topic
that has been investigated since the 1960s. Through the diverse
behaviours and experiences of its inhabitants, the city is gendered.
It shapes us differently, not only because of physical differences
but also because of growing differences in gender roles that shape
how we need, use and perceive the city. This may be accomplished
by creating a safe and inclusive environment enabling women
to pursue their individual aspirations. This paper examines the
current literature regarding the gender-sensitive approach to urban
planning and management of public spaces. The objective was to
determine the vulnerabilities and impact of gender on spaces
through existing research focused on historical and contemporary
women domains governing the spatial perceptions and explore
potential planning interventions. The methodology follows an
inductive research approach and uses the arbitrary method for
analytical research through scholarly writings. The argument for
this consequence makes the statement that people's behaviour and
accordingly, the way in which spaces are utilised is shifting and that
this results in gender-based urban development.
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Architecture is an artistic field that creates a spatial system in a
specific social context, with a distinct identity, the causes and
effects of which are still unclear. To embed architecture with spatial
identity, it should have a social dimension. The tense relationship
between architecture and gender is not new, but it is a topic
that has been investigated since the 1960s. Through the diverse
behaviours and experiences of its inhabitants, the city is gendered.
It shapes us differently, not only because of physical differences
but also because of growing differences in gender roles that shape
how we need, use and perceive the city. This may be accomplished
by creating a safe and inclusive environment enabling women
to pursue their individual aspirations. This paper examines the
current literature regarding the gender-sensitive approach to urban
planning and management of public spaces. The objective was to
determine the vulnerabilities and impact of gender on spaces
through existing research focused on historical and contemporary
women domains governing the spatial perceptions and explore
potential planning interventions. The methodology follows an
inductive research approach and uses the arbitrary method for
analytical research through scholarly writings. The argument for
this consequence makes the statement that people's behaviour and
accordingly, the way in which spaces are utilised is shifting and that
this results in gender-based urban development.
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