Identifying indicators for planning and designing lively urban landscape

Urban landscapes greatly influence the morale and vitality of residents. This study identified key indicators for planning and designing lively urban landscapes (LUL). In the first phase, semi-structured interviews with 31 experts were conducted to extract indicators and sub-indicators. The second phase evaluated their importance using an actor-target (expert-indicator) matrix. The interview data were analyzed using MACTOR and ATLAS.ti software. The results highlighted crucial elements for creating livable cities, such as beauty and health, incorporating color diversity, balance, simplicity, rhythm, preservation of natural landscapes, and integrating water features. Education and safety were also identified as vital components, focusing on safety within urban furniture and surveillance systems. Human-centered planning that considers the needs and preferences of citizens emerged as critical for developing lively urban areas. These findings offer practical guidance for urban planners and designers aiming to enhance vitality and improve urban environments. • Identifying and presenting all indicators of lively urban landscapes in the research. • Prioritizing the identified indicators. • Providing experts' perspectives on the indicators in comparison with each other. • And finally, facilitating experts' access to the indicators for use in various research.