Catalysts of choice: Unraveling the dynamics of housing preferences across diverse societal contexts – Evidence from literature
Journal of Engineering Research (Kuwait), cilt.13, sa.3, ss.2308-2319, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 13 Sayı: 3
- Basım Tarihi: 2025
- Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.jer.2024.06.023
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Engineering Research (Kuwait)
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, Arab World Research Source, Directory of Open Access Journals
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.2308-2319
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Bibliometric analysis, Dwelling choices, Housing policies, Housing preferences, Psychological factors, Social-cultural dimensions, Temporal-spatial relationships
- Açık Arşiv Koleksiyonu: AVESİS Açık Erişim Koleksiyonu
- Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Housing preferences worldwide are shaped by a myriad of factors, reflecting the diverse and dynamic nature of societal needs and individual choices. The process of evaluating available housing options is intricately linked to underlying motivating factors, shaping individual preferences and decisions in response to evolving circumstances and environments. This comprehensive study delves into the intricate dynamics of housing preferences, examining the interplay of temporal-spatial relationships, psychological factors, social-cultural dimensions, and political-economic aspects. Employing bibliometric-based citation analysis techniques and social network analysis, the research offers a nuanced exploration of scholarly landscapes from 1967 to 2022 across prominent databases—Web of Science, Scopus, and Science Direct. This article undertakes a comprehensive analysis of the preferences within contemporary housing systems, offering insights into diverse dwelling choices and their determinants. The examination encompasses multifaceted considerations, contributing to an understanding of the intricate dynamics influencing housing preferences in varying societal contexts. The article also informs policymakers, urban planners, and researchers about the intricate dynamics influencing housing preferences worldwide, providing valuable guidance for addressing the evolving housing needs of diverse populations.