Citation :

M. Fauzhan Algiffari, Triyatni Martosenjoyo, Syarif Beddu, Rahmi Amin Ishak, "The Role of Gorontalo City in Sustainable Spatial Development," International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 230-243, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V13I4P115

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to describe and analyze the functions of existing spaces in Gorontalo City and how they relate to each other, as well as to examine the spatial patterns of urban development in Gorontalo City. Gorontalo City, the capital of Gorontalo Province, has undergone a complex transformation of functions, with an increase in the number of functions in this area. Initially, it was only used as a center of government, but now it has developed into a center of commercial trade, education, and residential areas. These changes have had an impact on the patterns and utilization of space, as well as pressure on the maintenance of spatial sustainability. The method used in this study is a qualitative-descriptive analytical method. Using three analytical stages: 1) Spatial Analysis (GIS or AutoCAD), 2) SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats), and 3) Content Analysis. Using these three stages makes it possible to see the interaction between urban functions and morphological structures, as well as to describe the local values integrated into urban space. These findings show that urbanization can encourage adaptive urban forms, but it can also disrupt empty spaces and the preservation of local identity. One of the most influential functions is the economic function, although some areas are at risk of being marginalized due to the dominance of economic functions, thus requiring careful planning so that the uniqueness of local identity can still be expressed through the naming of areas and physical spatial planning. This study emphasizes the importance of urban planning that balances local cultural values, spatial functions, and spatial sustainability. Thus, Gorontalo City has the potential to develop into an efficient and inclusive city while maintaining its identity through accurate function mapping and contextual spatial strategies

Keywords

Urban Function, Local Identity, Spatial Sustainability, Gorontalo City.

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