Morphological Analysis of Public Spaces and Their Contribution to Urban Resilience in Guelma, Algeria

Rayen Bechlem; Fatima-Zahra Djouad; Hana Salah-Salah

doi:10.38027/mediterranean-cities_vol4no1_10

Authors

Rayen Bechlem Department of Architecture, Faculty of Sciences and Technologies, 8 mai 1945 Guelma University, Algeria
Fatima-Zahra Djouad Department of Architecture, University of Jijel, Algeria
Hana Salah-Salah Department of Architecture, Faculty of Sciences and Technologies, 8 mai 1945 Guelma University, Algeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.38027/mediterranean-cities_vol4no1_10

Keywords:

Public Spaces, Urban Resilience, Urban Design, Guelma

Abstract

Modern Algerian cities are facing various uncertainties, both natural and human-made. To address these risks, urban areas need to be more adaptable and responsive. The increasing impact of climate change and the recent pandemic have emphasized the importance of outdoor spaces. As people spend a significant amount of time in these areas, public spaces have become essential for urban life. This study conducts a comparative analysis of public spaces, using a grid-based methodology to identify similarities and differences between two resilient public spaces and the square of Guelma. The analysis is preceded by a literature review that establishes key conceptual frameworks. The main objective is to develop recommendations for resilient public spaces and their contribution to a city's environmental resilience, particularly its capacity to withstand climate change. By understanding how these spaces can mitigate the effects of climate change, this research aims to guide the design and management of urban environments.

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