Explanation Of Public Art Indicators In Managing The Space Between High-rise Buildings To Improve Vitality; Case Study: Sadra Town, Shiraz

Abstract

Objective: Architects, designers, and urban planners often prioritize high-rise buildings, while the spaces between these structures are frequently overlooked. This neglect can diminish both vitality and security in urban environments. Enhancing vitality in these spaces can be achieved through the integration of various forms of public art. This research aims to identify and elucidate the indicators of public art that can enhance vitality in the spaces between high-rise buildings in Sadra Town, Shiraz. Method: This descriptive-analytical study employs applied research methodologies and utilizes a questionnaire for data collection, completed by 22 experts. A total of 16 variables across six dimensions—architectural art, visual-performance art, digital art, street art, sculpture art, and landscape art—were compiled through a review of theoretical studies. The Mic Mac method was employed to analyze the data, identifying both direct and indirect relationships among the 16 variables and establishing their prioritization. The variables were categorized into four groups: two-dimensional variables (goals and risks), independent variables, influential variables, and influenced variables. Results: The study identified climbing plants, tree arrangements, and movie broadcasts as influential variables. Light and lighting equipment, street performances, furniture, flooring, and LED displays emerged as two-dimensional variables. Additionally, street music and festival-related variables were recognized as influential. Independent variables included wall paintings, museums, galleries, sculptures, and sound installations. Conclusions: The findings indicate that light and lighting equipment, street performances, furniture, climbing plants, and LED displays are the most impactful variables. Among these, furniture, lighting, flooring, and street display elements have had the greatest influence on enhancing vitality in urban spaces.

Keywords

• spaces between tall buildings
• public art
• mic mac
• sadra settlement