المجلة الدولية للعلوم والتقنية

The urban space in urban centers is not only an element of beautifying the landscape in urban public centers, but it also carries multiple functional needs and shows cultural and social values. Based on the classification system of open space in urban centers, this study enhances the concept of urban space in urban centers, and analyzes the development pattern of its size and shape. The aim of the study is to evaluate the residential reality in the city of Al-Khums "Labdah neighborhood" specifically in terms of evaluating open spaces and their impact on social relations between individuals living in that neighborhood. The study highlights the problem of neglecting open space and its importance for the cultural and social needs among the population in the study area. This study included the concept of urban space, types of urban spaces in terms of closure, gradation and use, its characteristics, importance and impact on people. One of the most important results is highlighting the evaluation of urban spaces within residential complexes as a fundamental role in cultural exchange and social interaction between users of those spaces. The space must achieve cultural exchange, social cohesion and enhance equality between diversity, and aims to reach solutions that help meet the needs of residents in reconsidering the urban design of urban spaces within residential complexes. In addition to enhancing the culture of users of these spaces, preserving them and dealing with them in a civilized manner............ Keywords:..... Urban space, Labdah district, open spaces, residential complexes.