City Park Development in Semarang City, Central Java

Edy Darmawan, Murtini, Titin Woro, Agung Dwiyanto, Enis and Adhisti Samsinar

Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Diponegoro University

Keywords: Landscape, City Park, Semarang City, Central Java.

Abstract: City parks are part of the urban landscape that cannot be separated from the face of the city, as well as being

a vital need for urban society. In the past five years, Semarang City has been trying to fulfill these needs by

building and repairing several city parks. In fact, many things don’t work according to their functions. The

appearance of a city park is often not in accordance with the conditions of the surrounding environment, so

that people are less interested in coming to the park. The use of the park becomes less than optimal. This

research was conducted with the aim to study the landscape design of city park information so that it can

accomodate the activities of its citizens, and can also be a landmark for the city. To achieve these objectives,

a qualitative descriptive research method is used that can describe the problem in detail, so that it can

determine a plan to overcome the problem and develop the right city park landscape design. The results of the

study will be compiled in international scientific journals and are expected to be a reference in for urban

landscape management.

1 INTRODUCTION

Open space is land that has not been built or most of

it has not been built in urban areas that have functions

for recreational purposes, rainwater catchment areas,

historical needs, beauty needs, etc. (Kustianingrum,

et. Al., 2013). Wahdah (2013) stated that open spaces

in residential areas are still considered quite important

to date because they can be used as a gathering place

and for other activities such as music concerts,

exhibitions, ceremonies, and others. The importance

of open space was also conveyed by Rahmi, et. al.

(2012) which states that open space is an important

component that influences the quality of human life,

both ecologically and socio-psychologically. Liu

(2012) also said that city park is an important part of

city space, and it is also indispensable space type. So

does what is said by Sadeghian (2013) that city parks

are one of the most important components of cities

and they have had an evolving role in the life of city

residence. Building a landscape as part of an open

space can control and balance the urban landscape, so

that urban quality leads to a better and aesthetic value

(Eckbo, 1964). The city park is an urban landscape

buffer that has the power to shape the character of the

city and maintain its sustainability. Carr (1992) stated

that city parks are part of public space and the place

where social life takes place. Even according to

Dewang & Leonardo (2010) the park is said to be a

public facility with a very important function of

space, namely as a public open space of the city that

can be enjoyed and used by everyone. The existence

of a city park can add to the visual beauty of the city,

and is able to act as a place or place of socialization

for urban communities of various ages, as well as

providing ecological functions that can maintain the

balance of the environment in order to maintain its

sustainability. According to Jessel (2006), the image

of a city park reflects the state of its people, so the city

park is designed not only as an important attribute for

orientation, but also fulfills human needs in

relaxation, identification, and stimulation. Murtini

(2017) stated that city parks can be an attraction, if

the placement is adjusted to the surrounding

buildings. The city park also has a large contribution

in the formation of character, physical and mental for

children (Darmawan, 2015). Even according to

Alamdari & Farah Habib (2012), beautifying and

managing urban space appropriately, and dismantling

spaces that are not suitable for children is one way to

create a happy living environment. Therefore, the

proper management of the city park landscape is

needed so that the components in it can be

maintained. Components that are in the landscape of

the city park according to Hakim (2003) consist of

hard material in that are pavement and rock elements,

Darmawan, E., Murtini, ., Woro, T., Dwiyanto, A., Enis, . and Samsinar, A.

City Park Development in Semarang City, Central Java.

DOI: 10.5220/0009915200530062

In Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Recent Innovations (ICRI 2018), pages 53-62

ISBN: 978-989-758-458-9

and soft material such as vegetation can be a

constituent element of the landscape. Zahra, et. al.

(2014) said that the aspects of comfort and aesthetic

aspects become important aspects in the design and

maintenance of parks. Urban parks arranged in such

a way as to provide beauty, comfort and safety in their

use (Susiloarifin, 1994).

In the last five years, Semarang city has been

increasingly active in building and repairing city

parks. In addition to meeting the target of a minimum

of 20% active green open space mandated in the law,

the construction of city parks is also at the same time

developed as a city landmark and as a means of

recreation for residents. Thus, it is expected that the

atmosphere of the city of Semarang will be cooler and

more comfortable. However, these efforts have not

been fully realized because there are still many city

parks that use less than the maximum. The existence

of a city park gets less attention from the public, so

there is no crowded visitors. The appearance of the

city park is not in accordance with the conditions of

the surrounding environment, thus reducing the

attractiveness of the community to visit the park. The

use of the park becomes less than optimal. Refaat

(2014) said that arks are often scattered about cities,

and many cities have too few parks. Based on decades

of research findings, parks should be managed as

systems, not just for the usual purposes of beauty and

recreation, but also to help citizens function at their

best. Martini (2014) also said that the park must have

a variety of vegetation types that are arranged in a

way that can be used for activities by the community

and fulfill its function as city conditioning, absorb

pollution, and protect the wind and sunlight. This

condition is worsened by the lack of maintenance of

the constituent elements of the city park landscape.

Harianja and Hesti Lestari (2017) said that the lack of

planning, organizing, and good mobilization in the

field of human resources led to the management of

city park management not running effectively.

Whereas according to Booth (1998) cited by Permana

(2017), city park design should be able to give

different meanings to each human being and provide

a separate atmosphere for humans. Based on these

problems, the authors are interested in studying the

landscape design of city parks in Semarang city, so

that it can be known how the development of the city

park landscape design is implemented today. The

results of the study are expected to be used as a

reference of urban landscape design.

2 METHODOLOGY

The purpose of this study is to study the landscape

design of city parks in the city of Semarang in order

to accommodate the activities of its citizens, and can

be a landmark for the city. To achieve this purpose is

used qualitative descriptive research methods.

According to Arikunto (2006), qualitative descriptive

is a method used to describe and explain the findings

in the field that aim to gather the actual and detailed

information, identify problems, make comparisons or

evaluations, and determine what others do in dealing

with the same problems and learn from their

experience to determine plans and decisions in the

future. Anita, et. al. (2012) also said that the

qualitative descriptive method is an analytical method

that describes the state of the object under review by

presenting information obtained from observations in

the field. In reviewing the landscape design of city

parks in Semarang, the stages of the analysis carried

out include an analysis of the physical conditions of

the city park landscape, an analysis of the landscape

design of the city parks. According to Nursanto

(2011) there are three study approaches in the use of

qualitative descriptive analysis techniques, namely a

theoretical approach derived from the results of a

literature study, a field approach obtained from

observations in the field, and a policy / regulatory

review used to analyze existing policies / regulations

with the conditions at the study site. The selected

locations include Minister Supeno Semarang Park,

Pandanaran Semarang Park, Sri Gunting Semarang

Park, Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang Field.

These five parks were chosen because they are city

parks which are a landmark for Semarang City with

their uniqueness which in the last 5 years has

continued to make improvements to meet the needs

of green open spaces for its people.

Data collection is undertaken through

observation, interviews, and documentation. Yin

(2011) stated that observation can provide additional

information about the topic or theme to be studied. In

this study, observations and interviews were

conducted to observe the object of research related to

the physical conditions of the city parks landscape

which includes the availability and conditions of

supporting facilities, users, and activities that took

place. Interviews were conducted with visitors who

happened to be at the research location. Observations

and interviews were made in the morning and evening

to obtain accurate information. The collected data

were then analyzed using qualitative descriptive

analysis techniques.

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3 DISCUSSION

3.1 Analysis of Physical Condition of

City Park Landscapes in Semarang

City

3.1.1 Minister Supeno Semarang Park

Minister Supeno Park is one of the parks that is quite

popular in Semarang city. This park is visited by

many people, both from inside and outside of

Semarang city. It is because Minister Supeno Park has

quite complete. This is in accordance with what was

conveyed by Hariyadi (2015), that is the Minister

Supeno Park is one of the city parks that have

complete facilities, where the complete facilities can

accommodate economic, social, cultural, sports, and

recreational activities. Based on observations in the

field, it is also known if the conditions of the facilities

in Minister Supeno Park are in good condition and

well maintained. Lynch (1977) said that good facility

conditions can affect the beauty of city parks because

they look attractive and can accommodate

community activities.

In accordance with the Regulation of the Permen

PU Nomor 5 Tahun 2008 tentang Pedoman

Penyediaan dan Pemanfaatan Ruang Terbuka Hijau di

Kawasan Perkotaan that city parks must be equipped

with recreational facilities, playgrounds, flower

gardens, elderly gardens, and sports facilities. The

supporting facilities in Minister Supeno Park include

park benches, garden lights, signage, trash bins,

pedestrian ways, public bathrooms / toilets,

vegetation, parking lots, children's play areas and

facilities (swings and slides), area for traders, sports

area and facilities (skateboard area), fountain pool,

vegetation, sculpture in the form of a statue of a

mother and two children. The statue of mother and

two children is in the middle of a fountain and is a

landmark for Minister Supeno Park, even because the

statue, so this park is often called "KB Park". This

statue is a landmark for the surrounding environment

because it is a visual form that looks most prominent

from Minister Supeno Park. Around the pool there is

an area that can be used as a gathering and relaxing

place. Around the park, there is an area for traders

who provide various types of food and drinks. In the

afternoon and evening the park is crowded with

people who want to enjoy culinary tourism in this

place.

Figure 1. Supporting Facilities in Minister Supeno

Semarang Park

Rochim (2013) said that the right vegetation for

public parks is vegetation that is suitable for natural

conditions and their use. Vegetation in the Minister

Supeno Park is dominated by large trees that make the

atmosphere around the park feel cool and shady. The

trees function as space-forming vegetation, limiting

views, controlling wind and sunlight, and producing

shadows with round and irregular canopy shapes. The

atmosphere around the park that feels cool, makes this

park often used by visitors to sit around or just gather,

rest, walk, and recreation during the day. Towards

late afternoon until evening there are several street

vendors who sell various types of food. At night, this

park is often used as a place for performances or

events in Semarang city. Unfortunately, visitors pay

little attention to mantain the cleanliness of Minister

Supeno Park, because there is still a lot of garbage

scattered in this park.

3.1.2 Pandanaran Semarang Park

Pandanaran Park is one of the parks that was

successfully built by Semarang City Government in

2014 in an effort to meet the target of 20% of public

green open space in the urban environment. This park

was once a former gas station which was later

converted into a city park. Pandanaran Park has a

statue of Warag Ngendog which symbolizes the

diversity of ethnicity, religion and culture of the

citizens of Semarang City as the landmark. Lynch

(1975) in Zahnd (1999) states that landmark is a

visually attractive symbol with the nature of

placement that attracts attention. Supporting facilities

at Pandanaran Park consist of ponds and fountains,

small plazas for residents interacting rooms, park

benches, drinking water taps, bathrooms / toilets that

are under the Statue of Warak Ngendog, trash cans,

garden lights placed around the park, area sports,

pedestrian paths, sculpture, signage and vegetation.

The existing vegetation functions as shade, adds to

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the beauty of the environment, and provides a

comfortable atmosphere. All supporting facilities at

Pandanaran Park are in good condition, because

maintenance is undertaken every morning by officers.

However, there are still some people who are not

responsible for maintaining the park's sustainability.

Seen some parts of the park that are not functioning

properly, for example, drinking water taps that are

actually used as trash bins. Based on the results of the

interview, it is known that this park is less desirable

due to the lack of shade vegetation. Whereas

according to Hakim (2003), vegetation not only

contains aesthetic value but also serves to improve

environmental quality. Similar opinion was expressed

by Motloch (2001) cited by Permana (2017), large

and medium-sized vegetation can be an effective

micro climate modifier and provide shade from the

height of the tree canopy and the sun's irradiation

angle. For this reason, it is necessary to add

vegetation in some areas so that the condition of the

city park is more cool.

Figure 2. Supporting Facilities in Pandanaran Semarang

Park.

3.1.3 Sri Gunting Park

Sri Gunting Park is one of the parks in the city of

Semarang which is located in the Old City of

Semarang or more precisely located next to the

Blendug Church. The park is surrounded by historic

ancient buildings. Its location in the historic area

makes this park quite crowded. The dominant activity

seen in this park is recreational / tourist activities.

However, there are also many adults who come just

to relax in this park while enjoying the scenery.

Children are sometimes seen playing in this park. At

certain times, this place is often used for organizing

certain events, even this place is often used as a place

to take pictures, either just selfies, prewedding

photos, or for photos of an event.

At Taman Sri Gunting there are supporting

facilities such as pedestrian paths, park benches,

garden lights, vegetation, signage, trash cans, parking

lots, area to sell, water tap ready for drinking. Hakim

(2003) states that vegetation contains not only

aesthetic values but also function to improve

environmental quality. Vegetation in the park is in the

form of ornamental plants and trees, but the density is

still low, so need for additional vegetation in some

areas so that the condition of the city park is more

cool. Garden lights as street lights at night are placed

spread around the park, while the spotlights are in the

middle of the park. Trash cans made of plastic

material are placed in places that are easily seen and

reached by visitors. Pavement that limits or frames

vegetation painted in bright colors to enhance the

garden. Overall the condition of the supporting

facilities in Taman Sri Gunting is quite good and can

be used by visitors.

Figure 3. Supporting Facilities in Sri Gunting Semarang

Park

3.1.4 Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang

Field

Pancasila Simpang Lima Field is an open space which

is the central point of Semarang City. Pancasila Field

is a landmark of Semarang City in the form of open

space used by the people of Semarang for activities.

Semarang City is synonymous with Simpang Lima,

because the center of activities and crowds is here.

This is consistent with the opinion of Lynch (1975) in

Zahnd (1999) which states that landmarks are an

important element of the form of cities because they

help people recognize an area. This place also became

one of the tourist destinations. Its strategic location,

which is located on the national route can attract the

public to visit, both people from inside and outside

the city of Semarang who visit this place. On

Sundays, Simpang Lima area is used as a CFD (Car

Free Day), so that Pancasila Field is often used by the

community to exercise, take a walk, ride bicycles, and

other social activities. Even many traders sell various

types of goods, such as food, drinks, clothing, and

others. At night, various kinds of entertainment are

available, such as colorful rickshaws and bicycles.

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Just before the turn of the year, this field is usually

used as a place for fireworks and music concerts.

At Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang Field there

are supporting facilities which are in good condition

and can be used directly by visitors. The supporting

facilities consist of sports areas and facilities, signage,

park benches, trash bins, garden lights, pedestrian

paths, public bathrooms / toilets, children's play areas,

vegetation, disabled walkways, flagpoles. One of the

obstacles when visiting this place is that there is no

parking available. To visit this place, visitors must

park their vehicle across the road.

In the pedestrian area there are large trees that

function as shade and barriers, then inside the field

there are tall trees, shrubs as ornamental plants, and

grass plants that is grass. Most of the plants in this

field are planted directly in the soil, although there are

also some plants that are planted in the planting

medium. The condition of plants in Semarang

Pancasila Simpang Lima Field is quite good, because

routine maintenance is carried out by the janitor.

Figure 4. Supporting Facilities in Pancasila Simpang Lima

Semarang Field.

3.2 Analysis of Landscapes Design in

Semarang City

3.2.1 Minister Supeno Semarang Park

Minister Supeno Semarang Park is connected by

Minister Supeno Street and Pedurungan 2 Street

which is easily accessible to the public. The park is

surrounded by office buildings, schools and shops. In

front of the park an area is provided for traders, so

visitors do not have to worry about feeling hungry and

thirsty when visiting this park. This park is one of the

icons of the city of Semarang and is quite crowded

with people, especially during holidays.

Figure 5. The Boundary of Minister Supeno Semarang

Park

Minister Supeno Park has a triangular shape

which in the middle there is a fountain and a statue of

a mother carrying two children. Such a garden shape

shows the principle of balance seen on all three sides.

The existence of a statue and a fountain in the middle

of the park shows the principle of emphasis and

accentuation in this park. The principle of rhythm and

repetition in Minister Supeno Park is seen in the

repetition of lines in the form of roads and circular

spaces. The use of various landscape elements in the

design of Minister Supeno Park makes a contrasting

impression that gives a visual impression on the

design of the park to be not monotonous. The

application of simple landscape elements makes the

shape more functional. The park also has very good

proportions, because it has a balanced ratio of size

and number between fields. The line element in

Minister Supeno Park is dominated by curved lines

applied to pedestrian paths. Inside the park there are

many elements of the field that make a circle form

which also shows the presence of space. Floor

patterns on pedestrian pavements arranged with rocks

form a certain pattern showing the presence of texture

elements that is a rough and smooth texture.

Figure 6. Structure of Minister Supeno Semarang Park

3.2.2 Pandanaran Semarang Park

Pandanaran Park is in a traffic-intensive lane and is

connected by several roads, namely Pandanaran, Tri

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Lomba Juang, Mulberry, MH. Thamrin. The

existence of a park that is between commercial

buildings and traffic that is busy providing coolness

in this region. Shade vegetation is placed on the east,

south, and west sides of the park which can be used

to relax for visitors, because benches are also

provided in this area.

Figure 7. The Boundary of Pandanaran Semarang Park

Arifin (2008) cited by Kartini, et. al. (2018) states

that in designing a park, it is necessary to select and

arrange in detail the landscape elements as landscape-

forming units. Pandanaran Park has a good design by

combining design principles and landscape elements

appropriately. The principle of balance and

proportion can be seen from the park's tread section

which is made symmetrical between the two sides so

that it forms the proportion of a good garden siteplan.

In the middle of the park there is a statue of Warag

Ngendog which is a new icon for the city of

Semarang. This statue shows the principle of

emphasis and accentuation and elements of form that

can attract visitors. Ornamental plants around the

statue have a contrast effect due to variations in

shapes and colors that can add to the beauty of the

environment. In the southern part of the park there is

a plaza which shows the existence of space elements

that can be used for community activities. Floor

patterns in pedestrian pavements that are arranged

using different colors and sizes indicate the presence

of texture and line elements. The element of the field

can be seen from the composition of plants and tree

composition. Landscape elements are applied simply

and form a complementary entity.

Figure 8. Structure of Pandanaran Semarang Park

3.2.3 Sri Gunting Semarang Park

Sri Gunting Park is one of the places that is often used

as a gathering place for various communities in

Semarang. Even this park is also one of the tourist

destinations that must be visited by tourists. Sri

Gunting Park is located between Kedasih Street and

Letjend. Suprapto Semarang Street in Old Town Area

which has quite crowded traffic. The park is

surrounded by historical ancient buildings. On the

south side is the Marba Building, in the southwest is

Jiwasraya Building, on the west side there is the

Blenduk Church, and on the east side there is Kerta

Niaga Building. In the east of the park there are also

street vendors who sell antiques or better known as

klitikan markets. Some traders who sell food and

drinks are also seen around the park.

Figure 9. The Boundary of Sri Gunting Semarang Park

The shape of Sri Gunting Park resembles a square

shape that is split into four parts with pedestrian path

as a dividing path. On each side, there are small

gardens that contain ornamental plants and large trees

that function as shade. In the middle of the park there

is a spotlight that serves to illuminate the garden at

night. The lower part of the lamp is surrounded by an

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ornamental plant that serves to add to the beauty of

the environment and also to protect visitors from the

electricity flowing into the lights. Inside the park, ther

is a park bench that can be used by visitors to relax.

Figure 10. Structure of Sri Gunting Semarang Park

From the shape of a square garden tread, there is

a principle of balance between its sides which is

designed to be symmetrical and balanced. A balanced

comparison of the size and number of fields in Sri

Gunting Park also shows that the garden design has a

good proportion. The principle of rhythm and

repetition can be seen in the repetition of lines

through the roads and circular spaces, while the

principle of emphasis and accentuation is seen

through a central square garden where there are

spotlights in it. The use of vegetation that has various

types, colors, sizes, and shapes shows the application

of the principle of contrast in the park, so that the park

does not look monotonous and boring. Overall, the

landscape element in Sri Gunting Park has the

principle of simplicity and the principle of good unity,

so it is created a functional and not boring garden. The

line element in Sri Gunting Park is applied to the

pedestrian path which is dominated by curved lines

and straight lines. The shape of the small gardens in

Sri Gunting Park shows the existence of a field

element seen through a square and circular shape. The

existence of these parks also shows the creation of a

space element in Sri Gunting Park. Texture elements

can be seen from the arrangement of diverse

vegetation with the attractive colors.

3.2.4 Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang

Field

Pancasila Field is in the Semarang Simpang Lima

Area which is connected by five main roads. The

main roads consist of Pandanaran, Gajahmada, KH.

Ahmad Dahlan, Jend. A. Yani, and Pahlawan Road.

Pancasila Field did not fully embrace the single chess

concept, because the development of Semarang City

had made buildings around the field turned into

commercial buildings. However, there are still public

buildings that reflect a single chess concept, namely

Baiturrahman Mosque in the northwest.

Figure 11. The Boundary of Pancasila Simpang Lima

Semarang Field

Pancasila Field has a rectangular shape with the

same side showing the principle of balance. Shade

trees that surround the field, in addition to providing

shade also shows the rhythm and repetition

principles. In the south and north of the field, there is

a small garden with various types of ornamental

plants that add to the beauty of the environment. This

park shows the principle of contrast through

differences in color, size, and type of plants used. The

principle of emphasis and accentuation is seen in the

ornament in the form of "Simpang Lima" writing

which is often used to take pictures by visitors. The

landscape elements used show a simple, yet

functional and attractive form, and appear to be

complementary to each other. In the west of the field,

there is an area for the flag ceremony and in the

southeast there is a sports area. The available sports

areas include basketball courts, volleyball courts and

jogging tracks. The existence of this sports area

shows that there are elements of space that can be

used for activities, both for recreation and sports. The

floor pattern on the pavement of the pedestrian path

arranged in such a way shows the presence of line

elements and texture.

Figure 12. Structure of Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang

Field

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3.3 Analysis of the Development of City

Park in Semarang City

The existence of a landscape is closely related to the

lifestyle of the community which in turn will cause

the landscape to have a distinctive character. With

these distinctive characters, we know the potential of

each landscape that is being the object of observation

as it is mentioned in table 1.

Table 1: Development of Landscape Design in Semarang City

Minister Supeno Semarang Park

Strength

 Lynch (1977) said that good facility conditions can affect the beauty of city parks because they seem

attractive and can accommodate community activities. Likewise, what happened to Taman Minister

Supeno which has complete supporting facilities with well-maintained conditions. This park is able to

attract residents to visit to enjoy the atmosphere in this park.

 Observation results indicate that the current Park Supeno Minister's function is as a place to gather and

act for citizens (playing, just sitting around, sports, selling, eating).

 In accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of Public Works No. 5 of 2008 that city parks must be

equipped with recreational facilities, playgrounds, flower gardens, elderly gardens, sports facilities.

Minister Supeno Park is also equipped with facilities such as park benches, garden lights, signage, trash

bins, pedestrian paths, public bathrooms / toilets, vegetation, parking lots, children's play areas and

facilities (swings and slides), areas for traders, sports area and facilities (skateboard area), fountain pool,

vegetation, sculpture (sculpture) in the form of a statue of a mother and two children.

Weaknesses

 Waste problems become more attention, because there is still a lot of garbage scattered, even though it

has been provided with trash bins

 Some of the supporting facilities are scribbled

 There is no facility for elderly

Potency Can be developed into a public open space tourist spot that can be used for activities for all people in the

city center by improving its quality through the addition of city park supporting facilities as a public space,

and the need for improvements and maintenance of existing facilities and infrastructure.

Pandanaran Semarang Park

Strength

 Support facilities are quite complete

 Lynch (1975) states that visually appealing placement of symbols can attract attention. This can be seen

in Pandanaran Park which has quite prominent landmarks, namely the Warag Ngendog Statue

 Located in the city center

Weaknesses

 There is still a lot of garbage scattered, even though there is a trash bin

 Based on observations in the field, there were several supporting facilities that were damaged and not

used according to their functions

 Based on the results of interviews with visitors in the park, it is known that this park is less desirable due

to the lack of shade vegetation. Whereas according to Hakim (2003), vegetation does not only contain

aesthetic value but also serves to improve the quality of the environment.

Potency Pandanaran Park has the potential to be developed into a new icon of Semarang City by highlighting the

function of public open space, both socially, culturally, aesthetically, and ecologically.

Sri Gunting Semarang Park

Strength

 Located next to the Blendug Church and located in the Old City of Semarang

 Support facilities are quite complete

 The location is strategic

Weaknesses

 There is no facilities for people with disabilities

 Not equipped with playing and sports facilities

 Hakim (2003) states that vegetation contains not only aesthetic values but also functions to improve

environmental quality. Vegetation in the park is in the form of ornamental plants and trees, but the density

is still low, so the need for additional vegetation in some areas so that the condition of the city park is

more cool.

Potency Can be developed into one of the tourist destinations by highlighting its function as a public open space in

the Old City Area of Semarang by adding vegetation and improving maintenance of existing facilities and

infrastructure.

Pancasila Simpang Lima Semarang Field

Strength

 The location is strategic in the city center. Around the Pancasila Simpang Lima Field, Semarang there

are important buildings such as office buildings, mosques, and shopping centers.

 Support facilities are quite complete

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 The availability of vegetation is sufficient, but the presence of shade trees is still lacking

 Pancasila Field is a landmark of the city of Semarang in the form of open spaces used by the people of

Semarang for activities. The city of Semarang is synonymous with Simpang Lima, because the center of

activities and crowds is here

Weaknesses

 The area for traders is separated from the field and must go through highways with heavy traffic

 Parking lots far enough

 Located in busy traffic

 There are still many rubbish scattered

 Many sludge plants are damaged covered in mud

Potency This field has the potential to be developed into a public open space as a center of activity, especially social

activities with additional facilities and maintenance

Source: Results of Analysis, 2018.

4 CONCLUSIONS

Based on the results of the discussions that have been

submitted in the previous subchapters, some

conclusions can be drawn from the research that has

been conducted. The conclusions are as follows:

1. The existence of a city park landscape is very

important to shape the character of the city and its

sustainability, as well as a place for activities for

the community. The landscape of city parks in the

city of Semarang is quite interesting and can be

utilized by the community. Facilities that exist in

city parks can also support community activities.

2. City park landscape in the city of Semarang is

used for community activities, such as sports,

recreation, and other social activities. Its location

in the city center makes these parks easy to reach

by the public for social activities in them.

3. The provision of the city park landscape is one of

the government's efforts to meet the public's need

for public open spaces that have aesthetic visuals

that can be used as city landmarks.

4. The existence of various problems in providing

the city park landscape needs to get attention and

further handling so that the provision of the city

park landscape in Semarang City can function

optimally.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

This research is supported by Direktorat Riset dan

Pengabdian Masyarakat Direktorat Jenderal

Penguatan Riset dan Pengembangan Kementerian

Riset, Teknologi, dan Pendidikan Tinggi. The

researcher also presents his sincere appreciation to

Dean of Engineering Faculty of Diponegoro

University. We like to give our gratitude to colleagues

from Architecture Department, Engineering Faculty,

Diponegoro University who provide insight and

expert opinion in assisting this research, although

they may not agree with all of the interpretations/

conclusion of this paper.

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