DENSITY AND CROWD IN THE PALASARI BOOK MARKET
Titihan Sarihati
Telkom University
Abstract
BBC Bookstore at Palasari Market is a shop frequented by buyers, because in addition to implementing a self service system also has a complete book collection. However, the density of the store is due to the storage of books that exceed their capacity and are not well organized. Thefore, it is necessary to examine how density and crowd affect space users in their activities. The method of research is conducted with a qualitative approach, which is related to the condition of the book store. This study observes the extent to which density and crowd occurs in “Bandung Book Store”in Palasari Book Market, and observes the impact on space users. The results of field studies show that the density of the placement of an object in a store result in congestion and density for the users of the place as well. Results of this study showing the relationship between density and crowd, affects human behavior in space. The level of density of the number of people and books on display in the store resulted in the distress and discomfort of space users.
Keywords: Density, Crowd, Book Store
Topic: Design