Islamic Art Studies

Islamic Art Studies

Analysis of Objective and Subjective Quality of Life Indicators in Urban Spaces (Case Study: Selected Neighborhoods of Tehran Metropolis)

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Behrouz Mohammadi Kazaj 1
Arash Saghafi Asl 2
Akbar Abdollahzadeh Taraf 2
Dariush Satarzadeh 2
1 Department of Urban Planning, International Campus, Tabriz Branch, Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
2 Department of Urban Planning, Faculty of Art and Architecture, Tabriz Branch, Azad University, Tabriz, Iran,
10.22034/ias.2021.293514.1650
Abstract
Urban quality of life represents a comprehensive approach encompassing various physical, socio-cultural, and economic dimensions. Enhancing quality of life indicators constitutes a fundamental requirement for urban planning in metropolitan areas. Quality of life comprises both material (objective) and immaterial (subjective) dimensions, including: the natural environment as the foundational context, construction quality, economic factors, facilities and equipment, as well as psychological aspects.
This study employs an analytical-survey methodology. Data collection and analysis were conducted using SPSS, Excel software, and t-test statistical analyses. The sample size was determined based on Iran's 2016 census (total Tehran population: 8,693,707), utilizing Cochran's formula to select 262 residents from selected neighborhoods of Tehran through simple random sampling.
Findings from questionnaire analysis, variance assessment, and t-tests reveal that the quality of life in neighborhoods including Khaniabad-e Now, Resalat, Dolatkhah, Ostad Mo'in, Mehrabad, and Shahid Dastgheyb demonstrates the lowest levels in both subjective and objective dimensions. Neighborhoods such as Hesarak, Ekbatan, Eram, Sadeghieh, and Pardis exhibit moderate quality of life across these dimensions. Conversely, Gisha, Vanak, Jordan, and Gheytariyeh display desirable levels of quality of life in both objective and subjective dimensions.
Citizen satisfaction was found to be lowest in the physical dimension (objective) and socio-cultural dimension (subjective). Consequently, comprehensive socio-economic and physical planning with active citizen participation emerges as essential for improving urban quality of life.
Research Objectives:


To develop a model identifying factors influencing urban quality of life in selected Tehran neighborhoods


To establish criteria and indicators for measuring urban quality of life in selected neighborhoods


Research Questions:


What are the criteria and indicators for assessing urban quality of life in Tehran's metropolitan neighborhoods?


What strategies can be implemented to enhance urban quality of life at the neighborhood level in Tehran metropolis?
Keywords
quality of life indicators
subjective dimension
objective dimension
selected neighborhoods
Tehran metropolis
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