Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
PLANARCH - Design and planning research (Online), cilt.8, sa.2, ss.308-321, 2024 (Hakemli Dergi)
The migration movement from rural to urban areas, which began with the Industrial Revolution and
is expected to continue rapidly in the future, is causing various negative social and economic impacts.
The rapid population increase in cities leads to a higher demand for housing, which, in turn, causes
a reduction in green spaces in urban living areas, while also leading to a decrease in agricultural
activities in rural areas. These factors have highlighted the need for spaces in cities that can
contribute to green infrastructure and can be used for agricultural activities. Plants have been used
on the building roofs for various reasons since ancient times. Moreover, concepts such as urban
agriculture, rooftop farming, and soilless agriculture, which involve conducting agricultural activities
on building rooftops to meet a portion of the local food needs of users, have recently gained
importance. Rooftop farming not only increases greenery in urban areas but also provides an
economical way to access reliable food by meeting local food needs. This study, which examines the
use of rooftop farming in urban areas through example projects, has found that rooftop farming can
contribute to the urban economy, increase local food consumption, have a positive effect on people's
psychology, lead to a happier society, and enhance socialization opportunities. It is recommended
that the public and designers be encouraged through rooftop farming projects and studies, that
manufacturing companies conduct informational meetings, and that rooftop farming practices be
considered within urban transformation and sustainable urban development plans and integrated into
planning.