Challenges in Implementing Urban Green Space: A Review

Authors

  • Hafizah Ti Morni Development Management Section, Administrative Unit, Department of the Premier of Sarawak, Wisma Bapa Malaysia, 93050 Petra Jaya Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Asmah Alia Mohamad Bohari Department of Quantity Surveying, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sarawak Branch, Kota Samarahan Campus, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Farrah Zuhaira Ismail Centre of Studies for Construction, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kompleks Tahir Majid, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24191/bej.v23i1.5711

Keywords:

Construction, Sustainability, Urban Green Space, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Urban green spaces refer to established area within urban area, such as parks, garden, and open spaces. These spaces play a crucial role in promoting environmental sustainability, providing opportunities for leisure activities, and enhancing the general well-being of urban residents. The architecture of a “dense city” has disadvantages since it promotes crowded regions, reduces the amount of urban green space, and exacerbates the urban heat island effect. In the post-pandemic era, heightened awareness of health and well-being has reinforced the importance of accessible green space within communities. Therefore, this study systematically analysed existing literature to investigate the obstacles encountered while constructing green spaces within urban environments and the implementation strategies related to urban environments. The challenges are categorised into three (3) primary domains: Social and Health, Environment and Economy. This study provides insights into the difficulties faced by Urban Green Spaces (UGS) and offers suggestions for enhancing the city’s planning and management of green areas.

Author Biographies

  • Hafizah Ti Morni, Development Management Section, Administrative Unit, Department of the Premier of Sarawak, Wisma Bapa Malaysia, 93050 Petra Jaya Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Hafizah binti Ti Morni is a postgraduate student at the Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (Honours) from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). Her research focuses on exploring implementation strategies for urban green spaces in construction projects, specifically within the context of Kuching, Sarawak. She can be reached at hafizahtimorni@sarawak.gov.my.

  • Asmah Alia Mohamad Bohari, Department of Quantity Surveying, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sarawak Branch, Kota Samarahan Campus, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

    Assoc. Prof. Sr Dr. Asmah Alia Mohamad Bohari is a senior lecturer at the Faculty of Architecture, Planning, and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia. She obtained her doctorate from Queensland University of Technology, Australia, in 2017, with a thesis focusing on exploring green procurement in the Malaysian construction industry. Her research interests include quantity surveying, green procurement, green construction, and contract management. She has actively participated in various international and local conferences, presenting papers promoting green construction, and has several publications in reputable international and national journals. She can be reached at asmahalia@uitm.edu.my.

  • Farrah Zuhaira Ismail, Centre of Studies for Construction, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kompleks Tahir Majid, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

    Dr. Farrah Zuhaira Ismail is a senior lecturer and the Coordinator of the Postgraduate Research Programme for the Doctor of Philosophy (Built Environment) at the College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Her research interests include post-disaster reconstruction, disaster management, sustainable construction, and green technology. Dr. Farrah has contributed to various publications in these fields, focusing on enhancing resilience and sustainability in the built environment. She has actively participated in academic conferences and has authored and co-authored several papers in reputable journals. She can be reached at farrah@uitm.edu.my.

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