The phenomenon of urban parks integration and accessibility on the Macau Peninsula
https://doi.org/10.31660/2782-232X-2026-1-8-25
EDN: ofyllb
Abstract
This study presents a quantitative analysis of the Macau Peninsula’s road network (China) and the accessibility of its urban parks using Space Syntax methods, based on three key indicators: global integration, local integration, and attractiveness density. The findings indicate that urban parks in the central part of the Macau Peninsula exhibit relatively high global integration values. Furthermore, parks located near the historical center generally demonstrate high levels of accessibility. Urban parks with high local integration feature a clear internal path network and are saturated with diverse landscape nodes. Conversely, low local integration in other parks is attributed to internal path constrains caused by the terrain and the specific ways these parks connect to the surrounding street network. An analysis of attractiveness density reveals, that under the influence of varying cultural contexts, urban parks are integrated within highly diverse urban fabric. At the same time, the analysis of the internal structure of urban parks in Macau reveals that their landscape structure is a complex system consisting of three components: material form, behavioral functions, and cultural semantics. An optimization strategy for these parks, based on an "axial planning – transport configuration – rethinking value structure" model, has been developed to enhance their overall landscape value.
About the Authors
Jingxuan Liu
Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Jingxuan Liu - Postgraduate in the Department of Technical Aesthetics and Design, Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design.
Saint Petersburg, 13 Solyanoy Lane, 191028
N. I. Barsukova
Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Natalia I. Barsukova - Dr. Sci. (Art), Professor, Chief Researcher, Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design.
Saint Petersburg, 13 Solyanoy Lane, 191028
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Liu J., Barsukova N.I. The phenomenon of urban parks integration and accessibility on the Macau Peninsula. Architecture, Construction, Transport. 2026;6(1):8-25. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.31660/2782-232X-2026-1-8-25. EDN: ofyllb
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