This paper explores methods and principles for developing sustainable, energy-efficient landed housing settlements on Bintan Island, Indonesia. It addresses the need for new housing due to regional economic development, aiming to prevent slum formation and environmental degradation. The study analyses region-based settlement concepts and sustainable urban planning principles, including those from UN-Habitat, to propose a framework for creating settlements that integrate ecological advantages, economic vitality, and public service convenience. It concludes by advocating for collaborative strategies between local government and developers to ensure sustainable habitat provision.
Rum et al. (Fri,) studied this question.