Creation the space for communal learning place in the area between buildings

Abstract

One of the objectives of outdoor space planning and campus building is to accommodate students need for learning activities and social interactions. The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences one of the 15 faculties in the University of Sumatera Utara has a uniqueness in the use of gathering space on campus. By using mixed research methods, it found many students use almost their time in outdoor communal space. The students transform the outdoor space between building from relax space to be learning activities space. Because of limited outdoor spaces and many works have to be finished the students adapt the outdoor space for their needs with their own ways. Their activities and interaction create space that fit to them and characterize the area.