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Received: 2026/07/14 | Accepted: 2026/09/7
Received: 2026/07/14 | Accepted: 2026/09/7
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Aims: The importance of spatial integration in the regeneration of dilapidated and historical urban fabrics extends beyond establishing physical connections with surrounding areas; rather, it involves creating a vibrant, continuous, and meaningful relationship between the internal components of the fabric and the broader urban system, while addressing the values embedded in historical urban fabrics. Accordingly, this study aimed to explain and identify the components of spatial integration in the urban regeneration of the historical fabric of Khomeini Shahr.
Methodology: This research was conducted using a pragmatic approach and a mixed-method design (quantitative-qualitative). Descriptive data were collected through library research and the review of reference documents, while analytical data were obtained using a survey method and questionnaire. The sample consisted of 373 citizens of the historical fabric of Khomeini Shahr, selected through stratified sampling. The study was conducted from November 2025 to February 2026.
Findings: The results obtained using a multilayer perceptron neural network and analysis of variance showed that, first, the spatial identity component, among the four components of spatial integration, had a low level of realization in the neighborhoods of the historical fabric of Khomeini Shahr, indicating weaknesses in preserving historical-cultural values and the traditional neighborhood system. Second, the Vernosfadran neighborhood was in a less favorable condition in terms of spatial integration components. Third, except for the spatial architecture component, significant differences were found among the three neighborhoods—Khozan, Vernosfadran, and Foroshan—in terms of spatial integration components.
Conclusion: The study showed that applying a spatial integration approach to the regeneration of historical urban fabrics can go beyond merely addressing physical connectivity and spatial arrangement, adopting a comprehensive perspective that encompasses physical aspects, socio-cultural values, and spatial identity.
Methodology: This research was conducted using a pragmatic approach and a mixed-method design (quantitative-qualitative). Descriptive data were collected through library research and the review of reference documents, while analytical data were obtained using a survey method and questionnaire. The sample consisted of 373 citizens of the historical fabric of Khomeini Shahr, selected through stratified sampling. The study was conducted from November 2025 to February 2026.
Findings: The results obtained using a multilayer perceptron neural network and analysis of variance showed that, first, the spatial identity component, among the four components of spatial integration, had a low level of realization in the neighborhoods of the historical fabric of Khomeini Shahr, indicating weaknesses in preserving historical-cultural values and the traditional neighborhood system. Second, the Vernosfadran neighborhood was in a less favorable condition in terms of spatial integration components. Third, except for the spatial architecture component, significant differences were found among the three neighborhoods—Khozan, Vernosfadran, and Foroshan—in terms of spatial integration components.
Conclusion: The study showed that applying a spatial integration approach to the regeneration of historical urban fabrics can go beyond merely addressing physical connectivity and spatial arrangement, adopting a comprehensive perspective that encompasses physical aspects, socio-cultural values, and spatial identity.