The Effect of Environmental Graphics on Urban Space Design to Create Children's Sense of Security

Rapid and unplanned urbanization has many negative consequences, especially for children and young people. Many children live in unsafe urban spaces. For children and caregivers, urban space can provide opportunities for outdoor play, inspiration, personal development, and interpersonal connections. urban space help meet a variety of community needs and function as a connection point that increases community health and vibrancy. Children’s surroundings can have long-term effects on their health, physical, cognitive development, and social well-being. The aim of this article is to the effect of environmental graphics on urban space design to create children's sense of security. Environmental graphics provide a layered experience in which identity, imagery, and sense of place are enhanced through emotional triggers and touchpoints within a spatial experience. urban space designed for kids must meet the needs of children. These spaces encourage safe movement and social interaction, and even the youngest users can move around safely and with autonomy. Therefore, urban space designed for children can enhance health and well-being, and improve community members’ overall quality of life.

کلیدواژه ها:

Environmental Graphics ، Urban Space Design ، Children ، Security ، Outdoor Play ، Public Space