Modeling of Conceptual Public Building Design Factors to enhance Safety of Tourists in Thailand

A conceptual public building design framework was modeled using architectural and universal design concepts to enhance the safety of tourists in Thailand. The research method involved informal interviews and observations for the area case study of Koh Yo, Songkhla, Thailand. Interview results were summarized together with related theories from the literature. All factors were collected and listed. Ten experts in related fields confirmed the factors and framework through the technique of a focus group discussion. Findings indicated that tourist characteristics had a positive direct effect on requirements for the safety of public buildings and comprised three sub-factors including (1) general architectural facilities, (2) warning systems, and (3) fire safety and building regulations. Each sub-factor affected tourist safety satisfaction. This framework can be used to quantitatively analyze future policy for the design and management of public buildings to enhance the safety of tourists in Thailand.