Category: Design

  • Five Points for an Architecture of Other Bodies

    Table of Contents Freedom in the Choice of Material Lack of a Plan Lack of Strict Rules and Forms Interaction with the Environment Lack of Boundaries of Personal Space References Freedom in the Choice of Material The architecture of other bodies, as a rule, is closely related to art; therefore, any creative activity every year…

  • Warren Recreation Park Playground

    The Warren Recreation Park is an inclusive playground in which children of all ages can find an activity to do. The first aspect of the area that was most noticeable was how well maintained and clean it was. Everything from the slides and swings to the climbing wall and benches was kept in pristine condition,…

  • Understanding Principles of Design and Art

    Each artist uses varying principles of design in their works, making every piece of art unique. Design refers to arranging the visual elements to generate the desired aesthetic depending on unity, rhythm, balance, or other principles (Fichner-Rathus, 2016). The Renaissance artist Raphael, the creator of The School of Athens, used varying principles in his composition…

  • How Architectural Styles Reflect People’s Beliefs

    Table of Contents Introduction Day 1: A Visit to the Dolmabahce Palace Day 2: A Visit to the Blue Mosque Day 3: A Visit to Hagia Sophia Day 4: A Visit to the Fatih Mosque and Complex Day 5: A Visit to the Istanbul Archeology Museums Conclusion References Introduction Due to the twenty-first-century dynamism in…

  • The Built Environments and Walking Relationships

    Table of Contents Introduction and Background Methodology Literature Review Policy Options Analysis of Findings and Best Practices Policy Options and Recommendations Implementation and Next Steps Conclusion Bibliography Environmental degradation is a global problem arising from unsustainable human practices. Urbanization is worsening the situation due to the increasing population and the demand for various basic needs…

  • Location Planning for Constructing a Solar Plant

    When building facilities that use non-traditional energy sources such as wind or solar power, there are many factors to consider when choosing a location. In addition to weather conditions, it is also important to keep in mind the delivery of electricity to its destination, that is, consumers, so it is advisable to place construction near…

  • The Ergonomic Workplace Design

    Since many people spend eight and more hours daily working at their office and sitting at their desks, the problem of workplace design suitable and convenient for everyone is quite a topical one. Ergonomics deals with these problems since it studies workplace environment efficiency (Monarch Basics). Ergonomics helps design workspaces in a way that will…

  • Does Urbanism Affect the Birds’ Migration

    Urbanism does not stand in one place and is rapidly developing worldwide. Now more frequently, people can see huge buildings in the middle of megacities and small towns. But there is also a threat to this type of urbanism, which is unexpected. The point is not about talking about people who defend the values of…

  • Biophilia: Bringing Nature into the Office

    Table of Contents Introduction Biophilia in the Workplace Benefits of Biophilia in the Office: Physical Health Benefits Challenges in Biophilic Office Design Conclusion References Introduction The environments people live and work in have a substantial impact on their well-being, health, and overall quality of life. In particular, individuals living in urban areas experience long working…

  • Neighborhood Planning and Sustainable Urban Development

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Current Objectives in Neighborhood Planning Major Obstacles Solutions Conclusion and Recommendations Reference List Appendix A: Community Planning Abstract The process of urbanization has necessitated the introduction of respective changes into the neighborhood planning process. However, the promotion of innovation and the focus on enhancing the economic and technological performance of…