Concept of Evaluation and Optimization of Spatial Structures

Abstract

Start Human striving for perfection is reflected in the optimisation. The adjustment of problem areas, i.e. those generating so-called ‘spatial conflicts’ should be based on inhabitants’ opinions, in order to reflect their current needs and on the so-called economic calculation. The optimisation of spatial processes makes sense when the adopted criteria reflect the actual preferences of space users. Most often, the problems under analysis require that numerous criteria for the assessment of conduct while searching for an optimum solution be considered and that a decision on a change to its use be taken. It is the tasks in the field of optimisation and poly-optimisation that are widely used for the selection and modification of the space. Additionally, the process of optimisation is described as a task aimed at finding the best variant of a solution to a particular problem, while the process of poly-optimisation is described as a task aimed at finding a set of compromise variants. The application of optimisation and poly-optimisation procedures in the process of spatial design offers a number of advantages, for example supporting the decision-making process in an effective manner, formulating detailed principles of choice, discovering new areas of a solution, building a platform for discussions while negotiating and visualising multi-faceted situations. The optimisation and poly-optimisation of spatial processes primarily refers to the reasonableness and cost-effectiveness of a change to functions of an area. This comes down to taking decisions on a change to land use, which results in specific development status and spatial structures making optimum use of spatial potential. The main aim of the study was to develop the concept and the rules of optimisation and poly-optimisation of spatial structures. As demonstrated in the study, the combination of methods of optimisation and poly-optimisation of spatial structures with a comprehensive analysis and classification not only enables an increase in the effectiveness and reliability of spatial analyses and an assessment of property market but also, in combination with appropriate tools, allows one to determine the potential of the space along with the prospects of development, which serve an extremely important role in the spatial economy.