[Research] Common problem (share)

Sundry kiosks are also slowly vanishing from the void decks. They face increasing competition from modern convenience stores and supermarkets that are able to offer discount deals and a wider range of goods including perishables.

The big question is, will neighbourliness vanish as void decks are reduced in size?
This  question should be under consideration while we redesign the void deck's function. The void deck should be "void" enough how ever if void deck has been designed as no more"void", do we still need a void deck?

A resident walking his dog at this void deck, where lift-upgrading works are being carried out.

［Research］More than a Void

         I did some research about more current usage of void deck at Singapore.Singaporean is familiar with void deck as void deck is a part of their living space.Everyday when they go out or back home,they will pass by void deck.
        Void deck has different usage for every range of ages. Such as seniors can play chest and chit chat, kindergarden is convenient for mothers, can walking dog, teenager can play roller skating,play basket ball,football, practise dancing and even do their homework.
         There are plenty of blogs talk about void deck with nice photograph. From online bloggers I can see that they really like this Singapore housing feature.

 The PCF Cheng San-Seletar kindergarten occupies most of the void deck of this block at Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5.

Such senior citizens’ corners are often equipped with facilities such as a pantry, sitting area, and a television set for the elderly residents.

Residents resting at the concrete seats.

Source: http://www.ghettosingapore.com/void-decks-in-singapore/