How do mini-parks serve in groups? A visit analysis of mini-park groups in the neighbourhoods of Nanjing

Zhou, Conghui; An, Yihuan; Zhao, Jin; Xue, Yanwen; Fu, Leshan

doi:10.1016/j.cities.2022.103804

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“…Therefore, to ensure the future use efficiency of pocket parks in planning, higher priority for pocket park installation should be given to the areas with mixed land use than those with single land use. Moreover, for the existing pocket parks, improving the connections between pocket parks and surroundings through greenways, footpaths, or bike lanes is also helpful to increase the number and diversity of visitors [26,56].…”

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What Affects the Use Flexibility of Pocket Parks? Evidence from Nanjing, China

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The use flexibility of pocket parks is one of the essential factors that determine their service compatibility, efficiency, and attraction for park users in densely populated cities. To examine the factors that affect the use flexibility of pocket parks, we collected data on the periodic use of 74 pocket parks through a field survey in Nanjing and adopted the Shannon Wiener diversity index to quantitatively measure this variable. After using a multiple regression model series, we examined the internal and surrounding factors that affect the use flexibility of pocket parks on weekdays and weekends, respectively, and compared them with those that affect the use intensity of pocket parks. The results showed that paved ground and the mixed use of surrounding land promoted both use flexibility and intensity of pocket parks. Boundary buildings and surrounding residents only promoted their use flexibility, while tree canopies and exercising facilities only promoted the use intensity of pocket parks. A significant correlation (p < 0.05) was also found between the use flexibility and intensity on weekdays. These findings can contribute to future decisions regarding pocket park planning and design in Nanjing and similar cities.

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What Affects the Use Flexibility of Pocket Parks? Evidence from Nanjing, China

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“…This means that external physical factors take precedence over socio-economic factors and internal factors. Zhou et al [21] found a positive correlation between larger open spaces and visitor numbers, from an internal perspective. From an external perspective, the density of restaurants, commercial and office facilities, and housing prices showed a positive correlation, whereas the green coverage rate exhibited a negative correlation.…”

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“…These factors influence the design quality, maintenance level, and characteristics of potential users, thereby affecting the appeal and use of pocket parks. For example, Zhou et al found that higher housing prices correspond to a higher number of visits to pocket parks [21]. Furthermore, Kerishnan et al discovered that improved management and maintenance in the city center increase pocket park visitation among urban dwellers [33].…”

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“…From an external perspective, the density of restaurants, commercial and office facilities, and housing prices showed a positive correlation, whereas the green coverage rate exhibited a negative correlation. Another study conducted by Zhou et al [21] demonstrated that visitation is facilitated by internal factors such as open spaces and public toilets, as well as socio-economic factors such as resident population. Conversely, external physical factors such as traffic, large parks, and distance from the city center hinder visitation.…”

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“…However, providing large-scale green infrastructure in high-density urban areas where land resources are scarce and real estate costs are high can be a challenging task [19]. In this context, small and affordable micro-parks such as pocket parks are becoming crucial elements of green infrastructure and the primary means of expanding outdoor recreation spaces in densely populated urban areas [20][21][22].…”

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The rapid urbanization and climate change have resulted in socio-environmental issues that necessitate viable intervention strategies to create green, healthy, and livable built environments. One effective method is the development of pocket parks. Although several studies have explored the benefits and design principles of pocket parks, there is a lack of systematic and quantitative understanding. In view of this knowledge gap, this study employs bibliometric methods and critical review to quantitatively analyze and systematically review 276 papers published in the Web of Science and Scopus databases between 1977 and 2023. Firstly, a bibliometric analysis is conducted, providing a comprehensive overview of research on pocket parks. Secondly, a detailed critical review is conducted from three major perspectives: influencing factors, design methods, and benefits of pocket parks. Finally, the research trends and future directions are discussed. The results indicate that (a) pocket park development takes various forms, with a growing number of articles published each year. However, research on this topic is primarily concentrated in the United States and China, with significant knowledge gaps remaining globally. (b) The utilization of pocket parks is affected by various factors, including internal, external physical, and socio-economic factors. The mechanisms of these factors and their interactions demand deeper understanding. (c) There is a need to conduct an in-depth exploration of planning methods for pocket parks, and planning and design methods in different country contexts can be expanded and compared. (d) Further research is needed to compare the benefits of pocket parks in different climatic zones in terms of depth and width. The outcome of this study can contribute to the body of knowledge on pocket parks, foster their wider acceptance, and help urban planners, practitioners, policy makers, and government managers apply them more effectively in resilient and livable cities of the future.

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How do mini-parks serve in groups? A visit analysis of mini-park groups in the neighbourhoods of Nanjing

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What Affects the Use Flexibility of Pocket Parks? Evidence from Nanjing, China

What Affects the Use Flexibility of Pocket Parks? Evidence from Nanjing, China

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