Quality of life and welfare spaces in Maribor's Koroška vrata districtKoyun, Ezgi (Avtor) Ozer, Lucien (Avtor) Tobola, Michal (Avtor) Bravo-Fabian, Marco (Avtor) Tosi, Maria Chiara (Avtor) welfare spaceswell-beingquality of lifepublic spacesurban well-beingThis study examines the role of public or "welfare" spaces in shaping quality of life in the Koroška Vrata neighbourhood of Maribor, Slovenia. Using direct observation and twelve semi-structured interviews, it analyses residents' perceptions of mobility, safety, and social interaction. Findings indicate that compact urban design, abundant green spaces, and accessible services promote well-being and a strong sense of safety. While minor issues were raised regarding public transport, football-related disturbances, and e-bikes, residents overall considered the neighbourhood highly liveable and expressed little need for change.University of Maribor, University Press20262026-02-19 13:55:24Znanstveno delo97142UDK: 316.728:304.35(497.4Maribor)OceCobissID: 265915651COBISS_ID: 269033987DOI: 10.18690/um.ff.2.2026.3slMaribor (Slovenija);