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Creating a clear boundary between public and private spaces is essential. By designing physical enclosures, neighborhoods delineate:
Street spaces — bustling, noisy, and for commerce or transit.
Courtyards or private zones — quiet, personal, and safe for residents.
This distinction fosters a sense of order and security, making neighborhoods more welcoming and functional. The common spaces—often shared among various ownership types—act as "sacred grounds" for community interaction, simultaneously benefiting nature and human social life.
Challenges of Revitalizing Existing Neighborhoods
What happens when planning must work within pre-existing urban fabrics? Can older neighborhoods be transformed without starting from scratch?