Role of Architectural Juxtapositioning in Emotional Valence and Arousal

Research area 07 of 12 · Project E

Architectural Spaces are made up of smaller units put together in various combinations to create different experiences. An architectural experience would comprise a lot of factors involving human perceptions. In this study, we break down 'space' into its relevant components to make comprehension easier.

Focus

Analysis of the characteristics of spatial contents.
The implication of spatial contents on human sensational, perceptual and cognitive processes; behavioural and emotional patterns.

Aims

To study the individual elements in a space and the cognitive processes required to perceive these units in seclusion.
To understand the influence of the juxtapositioning isolated from the elements themselves.
To develop strategies that help formulate designs keeping in focus the interdependence of space and mind.

Keywords

color psychology
colour theory
spatial processing
enactivism

Contributors: Sharvari Rajwaday, Vidhita Chowdhury

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