Collective Housing Concept for Riverside Settlement; Case Study in Padang, Indonesia

Abstract

Collective living is specifically built to house multiple families or individuals in the same complex or building, where they can share common facilities. This concept aims to use land efficiently, reduce construction and maintenance costs, and improve social interaction and community cohesion. This study explores the idea of collective housing in the Batang Arau riverbank area with a case study in Koto Baru Nan XX Sub-district, Lubuk Begalung District, Padang, Indonesia. The biggest problems in this area are vulnerability to flooding and lack of basic infrastructure. This research aims to find a settlement concept that can increase community resilience to disasters and improve a better quality of life. This study employs a qualitative methodology and uses many data-collection techniques, including literature review, field surveys, in-depth interviews, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD). Thematic analysis approaches were employed to analyze the data obtained from interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) to uncover prominent patterns and themes. Descriptive analysis was used to analyze the observation data and field surveys, providing a comprehensive overview of the current conditions. This research is expected to make a real contribution by mapping the problems and needs of riverside settlements in Koto Baru Nan XX Sub-district, Lubuk Begalung District, Padang, Indonesia.