Research on the Spatial Renovation of Bus Stops Based on Universal Design Principles

Abstract

As China enters the stage of an aging society, issues related to the accessibility and usability of bus stops have become increasingly prominent. This paper, based on universal design principles, explores the optimization and renovation of bus stop spaces to enhance their fairness and convenience. First, the study reviews relevant theories on universal design and analyzes its applications in urban public spaces by referencing domestic and international research findings. Subsequently, through field investigations and questionnaire surveys, the current state of bus stops in Beijing is evaluated, revealing issues such as aging facilities, lack of accessibility facilities, unclear information transmission, and poor waiting environments. Based on user satisfaction analysis, this research proposes optimization strategies for bus stops, including improving accessibility facilities, optimizing seating design, enhancing information readability, improving waiting environments, and increasing spatial utilization efficiency. The research’s findings can serve as a reference for the practical implementation of bus stop space design and offer insights for optimizing public bus facilities in other cities.