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Design of a Dog-Friendly Park to Mitigate Conflicts Surrounding Dogs†,†† - Focusing on Idle Industrial Facilities in Gumi-dong -

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study proposes the design of a dog-friendly park utilizing the idle industrial site of the Gumi-dong Wastewater Treatment Plant in Seongnam City to address increasing conflicts related to dogs caused by rapid urbanization and social changes. The park includes specialized areas such as a spacious off-leash zone, agility facilities, and a dog-exclusive swimming pool, which aim to enhance the physical and mental well-being of dogs while promoting harmonious coexistence between dog owners and non-dog owners. In addition to these features, central spaces and cultural zones provide diverse leisure opportunities for all users, making the park an inclusive environment that caters to a wide range of community needs. The boundary design employs the Ha-Ha technique to maintain visual openness and ensure seamless landscape continuity within the park. This integrated design approach establishes the park as a sustainable model for urban regeneration and public welfare enhancement, contributing to the armonious development of dog culture and urban living, while also fostering stronger community bonds.

Source: Journal of the Korean Institute of Landscape Architecture

DOI: 10.9715/kila.2024.52.6.028

Authors: Jiwoo Oh, Justin Heejoon Lim, YoungJoon Choi

Institutions: Syneos Health (Germany), INC Research (United States), Syneos Health (South Korea)

Language: English

Topic: Urban Planning and Landscape Design

Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Seoul National University