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The results of the survey and in-depth interviews show that in the specific context of open space, the functional attachment is the most powerful form of attachment. The reaction of in-depth interviews presented in Table 6.9, which suggests that the attachment has been expressed regarding the period involved, the level of familiarity, dependency level, the level of satisfaction and a sense of comfort. This shows the importance of open space in support of economic and social activities. There are similarities in all the case studies (KW and LW) marks the place where it depends on for acquiring fixed income, business opportunities, and related events. Satisfaction express with the availability and diversity of public facilities, city’s scape street and open space improvements, the intensity of visitors and buyers. Physical comfort and the environment is reflected in the level of convenience regarding accessibility, services, and shading from the weather.

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Table 6.9: Functional attachment indicator (In-depth interviews)

Indicator Place

KW LW

Engagement

 Involvement from morning to evening.  Attachment to the place because of long-

term involvement and relationship.  Frequency visit increase familiarity.  Leisure and entertainment.

 Business and hawkers activities.  Food and goods attraction.

 Involvement from morning till night.  Social relations and strong attachment to

activities and cultural groups.

 The sense of ownership due to the long period of involvement.

 Food and goods attraction.  Commit to daily routine activities.  Leisure and relaxation.

Familiarity

 Very familiar with the place.  Describe the area is exquisite.  Recognize almost every people and

vendor.

 Describe the physical changes in detail.  Always visit the nearby shops.

 Very familiar with the place.  Describe the area very well.  Recognize almost every people and

vendor.

 Describe the physical changes in detail.  Regularly visit and shop during special

events.

Dependency

 Source of income.  Economic potential.

 Attachment to the place because easy to generate income and a better life.  Have control over the space due to the

long term engagement.

 Attachment of its business profits.

 Have control over the space due to the long term engagement.

 Attachment to a place as a business opportunity.

 Place selected for business and society.

Satisfaction

 Satisfied with various facilities and transportation.

 Satisfied with the price offer.

 Satisfied because attract people to visit.  Attraction on food such as noodles and

fruits.

 The ideal place for life and daily basis.

 Satisfied with various facilities and transportation.

 Satisfied with the price offer.

 Satisfied because attract people to visit.  Attraction on food such as seafood and

marine products.

Comfort

 Comfortable place to work and visit.  Comfortable and happy with the place.  Easy to find foods.

 Comfort and accessible to the services offered.

 The affordable price of goods and foods.

 Comfortable and relaxing to be in the area.

 A clean environment.

 Comfort and accessible to the services offered.

 The affordable price of goods and foods.

Respondents were satisfied with the physical improvement of open spaces and roads, the choice, and diversity of products, as well as attractive to visitors and shoppers. These respondents evaluate open space KW and LW;

"Usually I come here to shopping since 20 years ago. The facilities here are excellent and easy to park and walk. I am here if I want to find certain foods such as noodles, bread, and fruit." (Respondent 07: Visitors involvement 20 years) KW.

"I used to come here to buy food and seafood. This area has grown since I was here and continue to grow. Better infrastructure facilities make me feel comfortable to visit this area." (Respondent 04: Visitors involvement 15 years) LW.

126 Another respondent stated the importance of the location and intensity of pedestrian to support their attachment to the KW and LW:

"If possible, I do not want to move to another place. The place is ideal because the area has access and excellent location. There is always a visitor who pass by." (Respondent 03: Workers - 7 years of involvement) LW.

"This location is excellent because it is close to the main road, many people waiting for the bus and the boat." (Respondent 08: Workers - 10 years of involvement) KW.

"When the month of Ramadhan begin, there are always full of people, and the hawkers sell all kinds of food." (Respondent 02: Visitor) KW.

"Although I am not from this state and work here, I always feel comfortable when visiting this place." (Respondent 09: Visitor, 3 years involvement) LW.

The functional attachment has been shown as a union with the place. This type of attachment contained in the physical characteristics (function) place. For example, one of the open space in the Marina Wing LW known as a location of recreation and meals for locals and visitors, who feel that the presence of shady open space used for seating and shelter. One respondent went on to explain the reasons he chose to be in that location:

"Aunty and uncle picked this place because it is located in the town center, comfortable for rest and recreation, as well as easy to find a shop to eat and drink." (Respondent 12: Visitors, 10 years involvement) LW.

Regarding improvement, respondents strongly agree that public open space and accessibility are the best places for their activities and they are happy with the improvements. Briefly, respondents felt appropriate for the functions and access to open space can be seen as the best option in support of their activities compared with other places. This area is vital in their lives as they seek a place and personal needs. In conclusion, the attributes associated with the dominant function of open space and accessibility is influenced by the form of the attachment. These findings support the

127 assumption of this research that the level of involvement and familiarity is influencing the level of attachment to place.