The process of formation and transformations of spatial form and structure in multi-ethnic enclaves and the factors affecting it

نویسندگان

1 Ph.D. researcher in urban planning, School of Urban Planning, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Tehran, Tehran. Iran

2 Professor, School of Urban Planning, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Tehran, Tehran. Iran

3 Associate Professor, School of Urban Planning, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Tehran, Tehran. Iran

doi
10.22034/ijumes.2024.2024289.1199
چکیده

The present study delves into the intricate dynamics of spatially multi-ethnic neighborhoods (enclaves), focusing on both substantive and procedural dimensions involved in their formation and transformations. Rooted in migration literature within sociology, the concept of multi-ethnic neighborhoods has been expanded into the realm of environmental sciences, particularly examining the process of formation and change through spatial form and structure analysis. Building upon existing research in the field of multi-ethnic enclaves, this study endeavors to develop a migration model that elucidates the various dimensions of this phenomenon. Through a comparative analysis with other migration models, such as the spatial homogenization model, the study defines the socio-economic dimensions within a theoretical framework focusing on spatial form and structure of the above-mentioned. Utilizing an inferential reasoning approach and interpretive analysis methods, a conceptual model of the process of changes and transformations in the spatial structure of multi-ethnic enclaves is developed. This descriptive-probative theory serves as a foundation for studying the factors influencing these transformations. Finally, the study introduces influential factors affecting spatial form and structure transformations within the urban morphology framework and categorizes influential actors in this process. The study also identifies avenues for future research to further explore these actors, transformations and their implications.