TY - JOUR
TI - Housing development of gruvedalen in Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, as a case of a social space in an area with an extreme cold climate
AU - Żabicka, Agnieszka
TI - Housing development of gruvedalen in Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, as a case of a social space in an area with an extreme cold climate
AB - 
	The primary object of this study is the common space of a housing development found in Gruvedalen Valley in Longyearbyen, on the island of Spitsbergen, a part of the Svalbard Archipelago. It is a case of a social space that is atypical of European conditions. It is located in a territory with an extremely cold climate. When analysing the architecture and urban layouts of Spitsbergen, as well as its residents, I noted the role and significance of social spaces in their lives, and provided their general overview, which includes the positives, negatives and manner of use by various social groups, in addition to its quality and functional solutions. The research methods used in the study include: theoretical research, in situ field research, original report, and a survey. Social spaces support the correct functioning of the housing environment and enhance the sense of safety among residents and visitors. The most crucial factors that affects the reception and design of social spaces by residents are: architectural form, its location and linkages with the context and surroundings.
VL - 2021
IS - 34/2021
PY - 2021
SN - 1731-2442
C1 - 2543-8700
SP - 33
EP - 43
DO - 10.4467/25438700SM.21.002.13641
UR - https://ejournals.eu/en/journal/srodowisko-mieszkaniowe/article/housing-development-of-gruvedalen-in-longyearbyen-spitsbergen-as-a-case-of-a-social-space-in-an-area-with-an-extreme-cold-climate
KW - Longyearbyen
KW - Gruvedalen
KW - social space
KW - Svalbard
KW - Spitsbergen