The urban socio-environmental impact of a mixed-use street in fostering refugee integration in the host society

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Figure 1. Mixed street characteristics (Fouad 2019).

Table 1. Mixed street sustainability criteria in the literature (made by authors).

Sense of Safety	Safety in public spaces, particularly streets, is influenced by a combination of social and physical factors, including crime and traffic. Areas that show signs of human activity are generally perceived as safer than empty and unanimated spaces (Mehta 2016). Furthermore, the presence or absence of people and the types of individuals `g a public space also contribute to how safe people feel. Different cultural groups may dominate certain public spaces at specific times, potentially affecting accessibility and inclusivity (Bennetts et al. 2017).
Sense of Belonging	Iconic Streets Imbued with a lasting Image and Grounded sense of place is Essential Component to all Urban and Rural Cities. Not all streets can have a city-wide Iconic identity. However, some Streets take on the role of telling the story of the area and the larger region it represents. “ (Council 2007)
Mixed of Uses (Activity)	The mix of different uses makes it possible for people to live near everyday destinations, and thus, makes it more viable for them to engage in physical activity. (Pena and Shah 2022)
walkability	Street walkability is a measure of how suitable the built environment is for walking. It improves when safe, comfortable, and accessible pedestrian infrastructure is provided. Urban design plays a crucial role in influencing people’s perception of the built environment and their willingness to engage in physical activities, including walking. (Kinyingi, Mugwima, and Karanja 2020)
Accessibility	“The power of place is not only in its aesthetic or behavioral possibilities or its iconic status, but in its ability to connect people in society, encourage the development of personal and social identities, and reinforce socio-cultural meanings. These are fundamental qualities of community” (Stokowski 2002)
Green Environmental Aspects	Green streets have the potential to enhance social cohesion and promote social justice within urban areas. They can serve as a solution to health disparities associated with income inequality while enhancing the recreational appeal of urban environments. (Sabbion 2018)

Figure 2. Önder’s location relative to the Siteler industrial area (from Google map).

Figure 3. The state of Selçuk street in 2012 (made by authors).

Figure 4. Categories of Selçuk street’s building (by the authors).

Figure 5. The state of Selçuk street in 2023 (made by authors).

Figure 6. Segments of Selçuk street (made by authors).

Figure 7. Density of users on the street during the days of the week.

Figure 8. Density of users on the street during the weekend (made by authors).

Figure 9. The six main sustainability factors observed in Selçuk street (made by authors).

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