摘要：The traditional approach of landscape architecture has always focused on the aesthetic and visual
aspects of landscapes while giving less attention to other aspects. This view has limited the benefits
that can be derived from designed landscapes, despite the wide-ranging potential they carry for
humans; socially, environmentally and economically. As a result, many researchers and practitioners
are currently challenging this view to develop a more holistic and multidimensional approach. The
present research therefore aims at proposing a new perspective for public designed landscapes based
on fundamental human needs. The study methodology was comprised of critical content analysis for
three main domains: sustainable development, human needs in specific relation to public landscapes,
and significant approaches to fundamental human needs. Reconciliation among these domains was
achieved based on a modified version of Max-Neef’s matrix of fundamental human needs. Human
needs in public landscapes were merged into the matrix to reach a comprehensive yet specific
perspective. The study concluded with a conceptual framework that can provide a wider perspective
to human needs in designed landscapes. It proposes a new tool for the analysis of the benefits of
public landscapes and their value for humans, which can be further used in various applications.
关键词：Fundamental human needs (FHNs)
Landscape experience
Public spaces
Public places
Multifunctionality
Ecosystem services
