Urban revitalization is a crucial subject in urban planning and environmental studies, offering valuable interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students. Understanding how natural olfactory elements influence psychological well-being and community interactions can be integrated into various educational curricula, including environmental science, psychology, and urban design in architecture. This study explores the potential of natural scents in revitalizing underutilized urban spaces and fostering home-like environments that enhance psychological well-being. For educators, this topic presents an engaging platform to teach sustainability, sensory perception, and community-centered urban development.

Students and educators can approach this study through experiential learning, research projects, and community engagement activities. Several instructional strategies can be applied. Educators can assign research on olfactory stimulation and its psychological effects, encouraging students to critically analyze studies on stress reduction, emotional stability, and spatial attachment. Field trips to urban parks or neglected spaces allow students to observe and evaluate how sensory elements influence public interaction. Comparing traditional urban renewal projects with olfactory-enhanced spaces fosters critical thinking. By engaging in hands-on projects, students can create modular scented plant kits using biodegradable materials and aromatic plants. This hands-on approach deepens their understanding of sustainable design and environmental impact.

In psychology and neuroscience courses, students can explore how the limbic system processes scents, influencing emotions and memories. Classroom discussions and experiments using lavender, rosemary, or jasmine can help students experience first-hand how olfactory stimulation enhances cognitive function and reduces stress. Urban planning and environmental science courses can integrate sensory engagement concepts into curricula. Students can assess how traditional urban designs lack sensory appeal and propose scent-enhanced solutions. Community-based projects allow students to work on transforming local dead spaces into inviting public areas. Sustainability studies can incorporate this research to teach students about biodegradable materials and eco-friendly urban interventions. Hands-on activities, such as planting aromatic gardens or designing compostable plant containers, can reinforce lessons on ecological responsibility and green urban planning.

This paper explores how the integration of olfactory elements in urban revitalization projects offers an innovative approach that combines psychology, environmental science, and urban design. Educators can leverage this research to create interactive learning experiences, engaging students in real-world problem-solving. By studying and applying these concepts, students gain practical skills in sustainable urban development, community engagement, and environmental stewardship.

Keywords: Urban revitalization, olfactory elements, psychological well-being, sustainable community interactions.