How might laneways temporarily close to vehicles for ‘pop up’ play sessions?

Considerations

‘Can Western design ideas be “indigenized” to meet Asian cities needs?’ - Pu Miao, Asia Public Spaces

Research and interviews demostrate a negative user response toward urban design that is too unfamiliar to the distinct physical and cultural characteristics of Phnom Penh. It is important to consider this to avoid useless and bad design.

Cost and maintenance should also be considered.

Users ranked the level of importance of residential facade qualities based on personal preference.

Pedestrian, Age 20 Street User, Age 18

Pedestrian, Age 16

It was observed that there is more of an importance placed on clean outdoor spaces with aesthetic qualities. This is a challenge particularly in tight spaces in narrow alleyways. Sufficient evidence from interviews show that children do not have an allocated safe space for play other than their homes.

Children playing - Data from interviews

60% at home