Characteristic Use And Transformation Of Open Spaces In Old Neighborhoods Of Addis Ababa

Table of Contents

• Abstract
• Acknowledgments
• Chapter 1: Introduction
• 1.1 Background of the Study
• 1.2 Statement of the Problem
• 1.3 Objectives of the Study
• 1.3.1 General Objectives
• 1.3.2 Specific Objectives
• 1.4 Research Questions
• 1.5 Significance of the Study
• 1.6 Scope and Limitation of the Study
• 1.7 Organization of the Study
• Chapter 2: Literature Review
• 2.1 Understanding Open Spaces
• 2.2 Open Spaces in the Context of Addis Ababa
• 2.3 Conceptual Framework
• Chapter 3: Research Methodology
• 3.1 Research Approach
• 3.2 Study Area
• 3.3 Sampling Techniques
• 3.4 Data Collection Techniques
• 3.5 Data Analysis Techniques
• Chapter 4: Findings and Discussion
• 4.1 Socio-Demographic Profiles of the Dwellers
• 4.2 Spatial Configurations and Transformations of the Shared Open Spaces
• 4.3 Activities and Meanings Associated with the Shared Open Spaces
• 4.4 The Use of Shared Open Spaces by Gender and Age Groups
• 4.5 The Role of Shared Open Spaces in Bringing Economic and Cultural Sustainability
• Chapter 5: Conclusion and Recommendation

Objectives and Key Themes

This research aims to delve into the long-standing experiences of residents residing around shared residential open spaces in the historical neighborhoods of Addis Ababa. The study focuses on understanding these shared spaces as social and cultural products, exploring their evolution and impact on the communities they serve.

• The physical and spatial characteristics of shared open spaces in old Addis Ababa neighborhoods.
• The social and cultural significance of these open spaces for local residents.
• The impact of gender, age, and socioeconomic factors on the use and perception of shared open spaces.
• The potential of shared open spaces to contribute to economic and cultural sustainability in low-income communities.
• The role of open spaces in fostering a sense of community and social interaction.

Chapter Summaries

Chapter 1 introduces the research topic, outlining its background, objectives, and research questions. It establishes the significance of the study and delineates its scope and limitations. Chapter 2 reviews relevant literature concerning open spaces, with a focus on the context of Addis Ababa. It explores the conceptual framework guiding the research. Chapter 3 details the research methodology employed, encompassing the research approach, study area, sampling techniques, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques. Chapter 4 presents the findings and discussion, exploring the socio-demographic profiles of residents, the spatial configurations and transformations of shared open spaces, the activities and meanings associated with them, the use of spaces by gender and age groups, and the role of open spaces in fostering economic and cultural sustainability.

Keywords

This research centers on the themes of shared residential open spaces, their physical and spatial characteristics, and their social and cultural significance in the context of old neighborhoods in Addis Ababa. It explores the influence of gender, age, and socioeconomic factors on the use of these spaces, highlighting their potential for economic and cultural sustainability and community building.