Assessing Residential Environmental Comfort in Kampung Melayu's Historical Area Using a Morphological Typology Approach: Case Studies of Kampung Peranakan, Kampung Banjar, and Kampung Kalicilik, Semarang, Indonesia

This study investigates residential environmental comfort in the historical area of Kampung Melayu, Semarang, Indonesia, focusing on Jalan Kampung Peranakan, Jalan Kampung Banjar, and Jalan Kampung Kalicilik. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the research explores the impact of air temperature, humidity, noise levels, and morphological typology on residential comfort. Data were gathered through field observations and purposive sampling to assess physical and social dynamics affecting livability. The findings reveal that environmental comfort generally exceeded standard thresholds, with Jalan Kampung Kalicilik exhibiting lower comfort due to dense building layouts and narrow streets. In contrast, the linear layouts of Kampung Peranakan and Kampung Banjar provided conditions closer to comfort standards. Temperature levels consistently surpassed 30°C, while noise levels near main roads often exceeded 55 dB. These results highlight the significant role of urban morphology and spatial planning in shaping residential comfort, providing valuable insights for sustainable development and cultural preservation in historic urban environments.