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Digital environments, which entered our lives in the 1990s and have become increasingly widespread, have profoundly affected social norms and the relationship between people and the artificial products of digital integration. Digitalization has radically changed our communication habits, with face-to-face interactions gradually being replaced by digital platforms. E-mail, online chat rooms, and social media have slowly diminished the importance of physical space, gradually shifting relationships to a virtual ground in specific contexts. In addition, the rise of e-commerce platforms, the emergence of virtual galleries and museums, and the proliferation of online education platforms have transformed traditional experiences, replacing physical activities with digital ones.
This process has blurred the boundaries between the virtual and physical worlds, transforming individuals' perceptions of identity and modes of social interaction. Digitalization is not only restructuring individual lives but also redefining the use of public spaces and the organization of urban environments. The digital age is fundamentally transforming the relationship between urban spaces, cultural practices, and social interactions. Technological advancements are blurring the boundaries between physical and digital environments and reshaping urban spaces.
The aim of this study is to analyze the impact of digital technologies on the reconfiguration of urban and public spaces as well as cultural practices. It examines the hybridization of physical and digital environments in shaping urban dynamics and evaluates their potential to address future urban challenges. The research will employ a mixed-methods approach, including the "design fiction scenario-based survey" technique, to model the potential impacts of digitalization on urban spaces. Advanced analytical tools such as Multiple Correspondence Analysis (MCA) and Maxqda will be used to uncover trends in the intersection of digital and physical environments. The methodology will provide a speculative yet grounded urban transition perspective, allowing for an understanding of the transformative effects of digital technologies on urban life and the exploration of possible future scenarios. These findings aim to offer insights for urban planners, policymakers, and urban researchers to foster a sustainable and inclusive urban future.
| Keywords | Digitalization; Urban Space; Culture; Design Fiction; Virtual/Hybrid Space; Scenario-Based Research |
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| Best Congress Paper Award | Yes |
