IMPROVING ERGONOMIC COMFORT IN SMALL SPACES THROUGH ZONING

Abstract

This scientific study examines the issues of improving ergonomic comfort in organizing the interior space of small-scale apartments (30-45 m²) under conditions of modern urbanization. Due to population growth and limited land resources in urban areas, compact housing has become a global trend. The article analyzes the principles of maintaining human psychophysiological well-being, ensuring freedom of movement, and properly distributing functional zones in limited spaces. The research employs comparative analysis, grapho-analytical methods, voxel-based modeling, and international case study approaches. The results show that the effective use of transformable furniture, vertical zoning, and transparent partitions can increase the usable space of an apartment by 25-40%. The study also provides practical recommendations for applying ergonomic standards in the context of Uzbekistan, particularly based on examples of new residential complexes in the city of Tashkent. This work serves as both a theoretical and practical resource for architects, interior designers, and urban planning professionals.