초록
Since its self-declaration as a pedestrian-friendly city in 2013, Seoul has been conducting various pedestrian environment improvement projects throughout the downtown area. The ultimate goal of these efforts to improve the walking environment is to increase the quantity and quality of walking in the city through the simultaneous installation of a public transport system and a pedestrian network. To encourage pedestrian walking, the establishment of a network of external spaces linked with an open space was set as a guideline during the planning stage; this urban environment maintenance zone was planned and developed in each zone. This study aims to analyze data focusing on the connectivity of open spaces in an urban environment maintenance area that prioritizes activating a pedestrian network. Open space is an auxiliary base that enhances interaction between major bases; it is also a space where social activities occur, an everyday place located in the city center and serves as a key factor in strengthening continuous and well-connected walking. To analyze open space connectivity, three network concepts were used: two-dimension, three-dimension and socio-Spatial. The results showed that two-dimension connectivity was high, whereas three-dimension network and Socio-Spatial network connectivity was low. This was due to a Two-dimension formal plan being applied without considering the purpose of the public space, which should be established based on contact amongst members of society. Based on our analytical findings, important factors for consideration was suggested when creating an external space for a pedestrian network in an urban environment improvement project to be carried out in the future.