An Integrated Approach for Analyzing Connectivity in Atria

• Main Authors: Sherine Fathy Alagamy, Khalid Al-Hagla, Yousry Anany, Rania Raslan
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier 2019-03-01
• Series: Alexandria Engineering Journal
• Online Access: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1110016818302308

Traditional observation analysis techniques are widely used by researchers to analyze public spaces, in terms of visibility, and movement patterns. This method enables the researcher to have realistic results, however it depends mainly on the researcher’s views. The main aim of the research is to reach a more reliable method for evaluating and analyzing connectivity by integrating traditional observation techniques with a more accurate analysis technique, like Depthmap software analysis. The study highlights the importance of applying this technique along with observation method to assist and validate the results. The research was conducted by applying the two analysis techniques on two atria, inside “City Stars Mall” shopping center, located in Cairo city. Both atria are similar, however, the first atrium has a larger scale, while the second has a smaller scale. Results show that Depthmap analysis technique is better in smaller scaled atrium spaces, while observation is more realistic in larger scaled spaces. Each technique has its advantages over the other. However, the paper proves that in order to reach a clear and accurate analysis, both techniques must be applied together for accurate and reliable results. Keywords: Atrium, Observation, Depthmap, Connectivity, Visibility, Accessibility