Walkability As A Tool To Enhance Urban & Architecture Environment Quality In Jeddah Food Market

Abstract

This research study walkability in Jeddah's food market, to use it as a tool to improve urban and architecture environment, it addresses pedestrian access, safety, comfort, and enjoyment to analyze environment quality. The method used is based on Jeff Speck's walkability ideas guides the work. By using field surveys plus the Microscale Audit of Pedestrian Streetscapes (MAPS), the research reviews three areas - main entrances, main routes, internal circulation in addition to transition buffers. It finds gaps in infrastructure and problems in the user experience related to urban form and architecture. The study offers evidence-based rules. These include quick actions like shade structures but also vendor zoning; they also cover medium term upgrades such as sidewalk rebuilding and added amenities. Long-term connections to Saudi Vision 2030's lasting movement goals build safer, more comfortable and architecturally responsive next to economically lively local market spaces. More pedestrian activity, fewer vehicle conflicts, higher user satisfaction, as well as stronger local economies are expected. This shows walkability's power to drive change.