Aim and Scope

Journal of Placemaking and Streetscape Design (JPSTD) is a leading peer-reviewed and open-access journal, published by Institute for Advanced Social, Science, and Sustainable Future (IASSSF), Jakarta, Indonesia, with e-ISSN: 3025-5449. JPSTD is published twice a year (January and July), and all articles published are available online with open access.

 

Aims

JPSTD aims to advance the field of urban design by exploring innovative strategies for creating vibrant, functional, and sustainable public spaces. The journal seeks to bridge the gap between placemaking theories and practical streetscape design, emphasizing how design interventions can enhance community well-being and urban resilience.

 

Focus

The journal focuses on integrating aesthetic, functional, and ecological aspects of urban spaces to foster dynamic and inclusive public environments. It emphasizes research that combines design theory with practical applications to improve streetscapes, promote community engagement, and address environmental challenges. JPSTD is dedicated to showcasing how thoughtful design can transform public spaces into places of social interaction, cultural expression, and ecological balance.

 

Scope

This journal seeks to publish a broad range of scholarly articles, including: 

  1. Innovative Placemaking Strategies:
    Explores cutting-edge approaches to placemaking that foster community engagement, cultural expression, and social cohesion, transforming public spaces into vibrant and inclusive environments.

  2. Ecological and Sustainable Streetscape Design:
    Investigates the integration of ecological principles into streetscape design, focusing on sustainable practices that enhance environmental quality and resilience in urban areas.

  3. Human-Centric Urban Interventions:
    Analyzes design interventions that prioritize human experience and well-being, including the creation of pedestrian-friendly environments, inclusive design features, and spaces that support mental and physical health.

  4. Cultural and Contextual Adaptations:
    Examines how placemaking and streetscape design can be adapted to reflect local cultural and historical contexts, ensuring that public spaces resonate with and serve the needs of diverse communities.

  5. Future Trends and Technologies in Urban Design:
    Highlights emerging trends and technologies in urban design, such as smart infrastructure, digital interaction, and innovative materials, and their impact on the evolution of public spaces.