Spatial Perception and Identity of Young Adults in Kampungs, Surabaya-Indonesia

What does it mean to be young and live in marginal areas, and experience economically disadvantages when the neighbourhood is surrounded by modern and beautiful buildings? Is there any specific social identity and spatial identity in understanding this contradiction? The poster is based on a research that answers those questions. It explores young adults’ understanding of living in kampungs, which is in juxtaposition with a central business district in Surabaya City. The term of kampung means a settlement in a village, in Indonesian. It will lead to define spatial identity through understanding of their social practices and spatial perceptions. The research used a multifaceted methodological approach, combined with an interdisciplinary theoretical frame. This research related to meaning making behind a specific group, a semi-ethnographical approach is needed. Technics for data collection are: questionnaires, semi-structured interviews (one-on-one and group), map drawing, and photos/ videos documentation