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ATTRACTIVENESS OF THE OLD TOWN TO STRENGTHEN THE IMAGE OF THE CITY OF SEMARANG Nugraheni, Christanti; Nurhikmah Budi Hartanti
International Journal on Livable Space Vol. 8 No. 1 (2023): IMAGE OF THE CITY, BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIAL
Publisher : Jurusan Arsitektur - FTSP - Universitas Trisakti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25105/livas.v8i1.7576

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A good city must have a city Image where the perception of the city image is based on the process of observation, memory, attitude, and feelings that are directly created. The Old City as an urban heritage destination has its charm for visitors to the city of Semarang, which in turn has contributed to the image of the city of Semarang. This study aims to determine how the attractiveness of the old city strengthens the image of Semarang City and what factors support. This can promote the physical and non-physical sustainability of the old city, so that people get to know the city of Semarang through the old city. The results of this study found that the Old City of Semarang contributed to the formation of the image of the city of Semarang but was not too strong. This is influenced by the attractiveness of the old city which is visually different from its surroundings where the forming elements have a strong characteristic. Keywords: City Image, Attractiveness, Old Town
Study of the Identity Elements of Cilegon City and Their Influence on Urban Spatial Development Utami, Nur Kharismawati; Nugraheni, Christanti; Lukman, Muhammad
TERRACE: JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURE & URBAN STUDIES Vol 2 No 1 (2025): January
Publisher : Architecture Study Program, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26714/jaus.v2i1.671

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Cilegon City, located in Banten Province, Indonesia, has characteristics with unique features that are nicknamed the “Steel City”. To emphasize the city's characteristics, it is necessary to study further the “Image of the City” of Cilegon. The influence of city elements (Kevin Lynch) on the development of Cilegon City emphasizes serves as the basis for this research. Research objective Identifying the elements that are characteristic of Cilegon City and understanding how these elements contribute to shaping the overall structure and function of the city. Meanwhile, the methodology of this research uses a descriptive qualitative method with data collection through field observations and literature studies. Research results show that the city image of Cilegon City is good, but there are a few categories that need improvement. Cilegon City has various weaknesses in its urban planning, particularly in terms of spatial fragmentation, traffic congestion, lack of green open spaces, and the impact of industrial areas.