Hybrid Urban Space and the Dichotomous Citizen Phenomenon in the 21st century; Case Study: Tehran

Technology has influenced cities to undertake fundamental functional changes and be recognized as a new appearance in the 21st century. These deviations have created a dual living space and citizens with varied behaviors. In other words, the hybrid urban space had shaped the citizen dichotomy with dual real-virtual function. This study is focused on the spatial-functional duality of citizens in Tehran through the virtual and the real world.

Method was qualitative applied research in nature and purpose. Data collection was completed via simple random questionnaire and field documentation.  Population was all residents of Tehran and sample consist of 559 people determined by Cohen's formula from 22 regions. Validity of the instrument was measured through 35 questionnaire and reliability was based on Cronbach's alpha.

There is a significant correlation between research variables. The relation of social interactions and the urban body takes precedence over technology. Consequently, this is an emphasis on citizen interaction with the city in the age of technology. In other words, technology plays the role of interface and communication facilitator.

Result display that by the interaction of three main elements: city (physical context/body), citizen and technology - the phenomenon of dichotomous citizen and hybrid space in Tehran is increasing