Innovating the Future of Elderly Housing: A Multi-Layered Analysis of Affordability and Sustainability

Authors

  • Nor Suzylah Sohaimi Institute of Local Government Studies, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
  • Azlizan Talib Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
  • Mohd Nazaruddin Yusoff Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
  • Muhammad Hafiz Abd Razak Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
  • Mariah Darus @ Mat Junus Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia
  • Muhamad Azwan Abd Rahman Institut Kajian Malaysia dan Antarabangsa, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Diana SNM Nasir School of Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom
  • Muhamad Syukri Sohaimi Kumpulan Awambina Sdn Bhd, Jalan Pandan Indah, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37934/sijdbes.3.1.116

Keywords:

Housing, elderly home, ageing in place, ageing nation, sustainability

Abstract

The growing elderly population presents challenges in ensuring affordable and elderly-friendly housing that supports ageing in place. Many elderly individuals prefer to remain in their homes, yet existing housing options often fail to meet their evolving needs. This study examines the research landscape of elderly-friendly affordable housing, focusing on ageing in place as a sustainable solution. A threefold methodological approach is adopted: (1) a scientometric analysis to identify research trends in elderly housing and ageing in place, (2) a systematic literature review to assess key factors such as accessibility, safety, affordability, and social integration, and (3) semi-structured interviews with elderly individuals and communities to gain insights into their housing preferences and challenges. The findings highlight significant gaps in elderly housing provisions, underscoring the need for policy reforms, improved housing design, and stronger community support. By integrating research trends, literature synthesis, and empirical data, this study provides evidence-based recommendations for policymakers, urban planners, and housing developers to create sustainable, elderly-friendly housing solutions for ageing societies.

Author Biographies

Nor Suzylah Sohaimi, Institute of Local Government Studies, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia

suzysuhaimi@uum.edu.my

Azlizan Talib, Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia

azlizan@uum.edu.my

Mohd Nazaruddin Yusoff, Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia

nazaruddin@uum.edu.my

Muhammad Hafiz Abd Razak, Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia

ihafiz@uum.edu.my

Mariah Darus @ Mat Junus, Department of Planning and Property Development, School of Government, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 06010, Sintok, Kedah, Malaysia

m.darus.mat@uum.edu.my

Muhamad Azwan Abd Rahman , Institut Kajian Malaysia dan Antarabangsa, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

azwanrahman@ukm.edu.my

Diana SNM Nasir, School of Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Hull, Hull, United Kingdom

D.Mohd-Nasir@hull.ac.uk

Muhamad Syukri Sohaimi, Kumpulan Awambina Sdn Bhd, Jalan Pandan Indah, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

kumpulan_awambina@yahoo.com

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Published

2025-06-29

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1: June (2025)

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