Editing Public space (section)

== Space Design ==
Space design is defined as the "art and science of designing and arranging physical spaces to make them more conducive to human flourishing and  wellbeing.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Channon |first=Ben |url=http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781003277897 |title=The Happy Design Toolkit |date=2022-02-28 |publisher=RIBA Publishing |isbn=978-1-003-27789-7 |location=London}}</ref> This process involves considering factors such as lighting, colour, furniture layout, and overall atmosphere to create a space that is both efficient and engaging for its users. Space design is commonly employed in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, restaurants, and retail stores, to name a few.<ref name=":0" />

=== Primary goals ===
One of the primary goals of space design is to create an environment that promotes positive emotional responses in its occupants. Studies have shown that people have a natural inclination towards certain types of spaces, such as those with natural lighting, open layouts, and comfortable seating.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Oseland |first=Nigel |date=2009-11-20 |title=The impact of psychological needs on office design |url=http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/14630010911006738 |journal=Journal of Corporate Real Estate |volume=11 |issue=4 |pages=244–254 |doi=10.1108/14630010911006738 |issn=1463-001X|url-access=subscription }}</ref> Another important consideration in space design is the concept of flow, or the ease with which people can move through a space. This involves designing spaces that are intuitive and free from obstructions, allowing users to navigate them without feeling frustrated or disoriented.<ref name=":0" />

One crucial aspect of space design is the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment that satisfies people's social and emotional needs outside of their home and work. This is often referred to as the "third place" concept, which describes public locales of social interaction that provide psychological comfort and emotional support.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Oldenburg |first=Ramon |last2=Brissett |first2=Dennis |date=1982 |title=The third place |url=http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/bf00986754 |journal=Qualitative Sociology |volume=5 |issue=4 |pages=265–284 |doi=10.1007/bf00986754 |issn=0162-0436|url-access=subscription }}</ref>