Review

Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review

Volume: 13 Number: 1 March 29, 2025
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Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review

Abstract

Active shooter incidents (ASIs) pose a grave threat to occupant safety in built environments. This systematic review methodically examines research on building design strategies to mitigate ASI risks and enhance occupant safety, with a particular emphasis on studies utilizing simulation modeling. Employing the PRISMA framework, we analyzed 75 relevant studies published since 2000. The review synthesizes findings across key themes, including: the impact of exit design and spatial configuration on evacuation efficiency; the effectiveness of security features such as access control, surveillance systems, and bullet-resistant materials; and the role of communication systems in facilitating information sharing and emergency response. We critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of different simulation modeling approaches, highlighting their contributions to understanding human behavior dynamics and informing evidence-based design strategies. The review also identifies knowledge gaps and future research directions for optimizing building design to enhance occupant safety and resilience during ASIs.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Architecture (Other)

Journal Section

Review

Publication Date

March 29, 2025

Submission Date

December 13, 2024

Acceptance Date

March 27, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 13 Number: 1

APA
Topraklı, A. Y., & Satır, M. S. (2025). Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review. Gazi University Journal of Science Part B: Art Humanities Design and Planning, 13(1), 97-122. https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR
AMA
1.Topraklı AY, Satır MS. Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review. GUJSPB. 2025;13(1):97-122. https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR
Chicago
Topraklı, Abdurrahman Yağmur, and Muhsin Selçuk Satır. 2025. “Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review”. Gazi University Journal of Science Part B: Art Humanities Design and Planning 13 (1): 97-122. https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR.
EndNote
Topraklı AY, Satır MS (March 1, 2025) Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review. Gazi University Journal of Science Part B: Art Humanities Design and Planning 13 1 97–122.
IEEE
[1]A. Y. Topraklı and M. S. Satır, “Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review”, GUJSPB, vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 97–122, Mar. 2025, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR
ISNAD
Topraklı, Abdurrahman Yağmur - Satır, Muhsin Selçuk. “Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review”. Gazi University Journal of Science Part B: Art Humanities Design and Planning 13/1 (March 1, 2025): 97-122. https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR.
JAMA
1.Topraklı AY, Satır MS. Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review. GUJSPB. 2025;13:97–122.
MLA
Topraklı, Abdurrahman Yağmur, and Muhsin Selçuk Satır. “Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review”. Gazi University Journal of Science Part B: Art Humanities Design and Planning, vol. 13, no. 1, Mar. 2025, pp. 97-122, https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR.
Vancouver
1.Abdurrahman Yağmur Topraklı, Muhsin Selçuk Satır. Architectural Design for Active Shooter Preparedness: A Simulation-Based Systematic Review. GUJSPB [Internet]. 2025 Mar. 1;13(1):97-122. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA96UG96NR