Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020
This study investigates the spatiotemporal evolution of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889 to 2020, aiming to uncover the historical progression of Macau’s urban landscape. The research hypothesizes that Macau’s urban open space development is inversely related to its socio-economic advancement, w...
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| description | This study investigates the spatiotemporal evolution of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889 to 2020, aiming to uncover the historical progression of Macau’s urban landscape. The research hypothesizes that Macau’s urban open space development is inversely related to its socio-economic advancement, with a notable shift from abundant open spaces to increased built-up areas. Utilizing ArcGIS software for spatial analysis and historical mapping, the study calculates the proportion of urban built-up areas and open spaces across different historical periods, revealing a high initial proportion of open space that declined with economic modernization and urban density. The originality of the research lies in its comprehensive analysis of Macau’s urban spatial patterns, focusing on the unique typology of “Largo” spaces, which are integral to Macau’s urban form and cultural identity. The study provides a historical analysis of these spaces, tracing their evolution from traditional European plaza concepts to multifunctional areas that accommodate dense urban living. The research’s practicality is demonstrated through its recommendations for future urban planning in Macau. It suggests a balanced approach to development that includes the preservation of open spaces and the revitalization of Largo areas. The study also emphasizes the importance of community engagement in the planning and management of open spaces, ensuring they meet the needs of residents and reflect local cultural values. By examining the historical development of urban open spaces and their current state, the study offers valuable insights for similar ultra-high-density cities, providing a model for ecological construction and sustainable urban planning. The findings underscore the necessity of preserving green open spaces to maintain the well-being of residents and the cultural heritage of Macau. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-188f1e5dfb7742dc96113449c8e887d62025-02-05T12:46:13ZengTaylor & Francis GroupJournal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering1347-28522025-02-010012310.1080/13467581.2025.24588072458807Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020Jitai Li0Fan Lin1Yile Chen2Guangdong Eco-Engineering PolytechnicCity University of Macau. Avenida Padre Tomás PereiraMacau University of Science and TechnologyThis study investigates the spatiotemporal evolution of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889 to 2020, aiming to uncover the historical progression of Macau’s urban landscape. The research hypothesizes that Macau’s urban open space development is inversely related to its socio-economic advancement, with a notable shift from abundant open spaces to increased built-up areas. Utilizing ArcGIS software for spatial analysis and historical mapping, the study calculates the proportion of urban built-up areas and open spaces across different historical periods, revealing a high initial proportion of open space that declined with economic modernization and urban density. The originality of the research lies in its comprehensive analysis of Macau’s urban spatial patterns, focusing on the unique typology of “Largo” spaces, which are integral to Macau’s urban form and cultural identity. The study provides a historical analysis of these spaces, tracing their evolution from traditional European plaza concepts to multifunctional areas that accommodate dense urban living. The research’s practicality is demonstrated through its recommendations for future urban planning in Macau. It suggests a balanced approach to development that includes the preservation of open spaces and the revitalization of Largo areas. The study also emphasizes the importance of community engagement in the planning and management of open spaces, ensuring they meet the needs of residents and reflect local cultural values. By examining the historical development of urban open spaces and their current state, the study offers valuable insights for similar ultra-high-density cities, providing a model for ecological construction and sustainable urban planning. The findings underscore the necessity of preserving green open spaces to maintain the well-being of residents and the cultural heritage of Macau.http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13467581.2025.2458807urban open spaceevolution of historical spatial patternlargo (public space)macau |
| spellingShingle | Jitai Li Fan Lin Yile Chen Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering urban open space evolution of historical spatial pattern largo (public space) macau |
| title | Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 |
| title_full | Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 |
| title_fullStr | Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 |
| title_full_unstemmed | Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 |
| title_short | Spatio-temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in Macau from 1889–2020 |
| title_sort | spatio temporal patterns of the construction and development of urban open spaces in macau from 1889 2020 |
| topic | urban open space evolution of historical spatial pattern largo (public space) macau |
| url | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13467581.2025.2458807 |
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