Arsitektur Perilaku dalam Penggunaan Lift dan Pola Sirkulasi Vertikal di Gedung PPAG UNPAR

Abstract

Title: Behavioral Architecture in Elevator Usage and Vertical Circulation Pattern in UNPAR PPAG Building

This study aims to evaluate elevator user behavior and elevator distribution in the Arntz-Geise Learning Center (PPAG) Building of Parahyangan Catholic University (UNPAR) in the context of space use efficiency and vertical circulation load. The PPAG building, as one of the main facilities on campus, suffers from crowding and congestion issues in the elevator area, which impacts the comfort and effectiveness of building users. This research explores how the distribution and location of elevators affect the vertical circulation flow and how user behavior contributes to the congestion. Through direct observation, user surveys, and circulation data analysis, it was found that elevators near the main entrance tend to be more congested, while those farther from it are underutilized. In addition, user behaviors such as choosing elevators based on distance to the main access and the tendency to use freight elevators to avoid queuing at the main elevators also affect the efficiency of vertical circulation. The results of this study provide important insights for architectural planning and design to create more efficient elevator layouts, as well as strategies to manage user behavior to optimize vertical circulation and space use in the PPAG building.