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How gender shapes perceptions of safety in urban parking spaces


Published on 2025-02-11 06:22:27 - MSN
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  • Multifamily residential buildings with multiple floors are common in South Korea. These buildings usually have pilotis
  • support structures like pillars that elevate the building, creating an open ground floor generally used for parking vehicles.

The article from MSN discusses how gender influences perceptions of safety in urban parking spaces. It highlights that women often feel less safe in parking lots due to factors like poor lighting, lack of visibility, and isolated locations, which can make them more vulnerable to crime. The piece references studies showing that women are more likely to take safety precautions such as parking near entrances, avoiding parking at night, or choosing spots under surveillance cameras. It also touches on urban planning and design solutions aimed at enhancing safety, like better lighting, clear sightlines, and the presence of security personnel or technology like emergency call boxes. The article emphasizes the need for gender-sensitive urban design to address these safety concerns, ensuring that public spaces are inclusive and secure for all genders.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/urban-infrastructure/public-buildings-and-spaces/how-gender-shapes-perceptions-of-safety-in-urban-parking-spaces/ar-AA1yM6M9 ]