Essays about: "Architectural elements"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 107 essays containing the words Architectural elements.

  1. 1. Testing a contemplative landscape method to design a stress-reducing therapeutic landscape for the Mellanorrlands Hospice

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Anna Artemeva; [2024]
    Keywords : Therapeutic garden; contemplation; stress reduction; palliative care; hospice centre;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the effectiveness of the Contemplative Landscape Method (CLM) in designing a stress-reducing therapeutic landscape for Mellanorrlands Hospice, aimed at improving the well-being of palliative care patients. With the increasing importance of palliative care due to an ageing population and the growing demand for hospice services, this study addresses the pressing need for therapeutic landscapes that make a positive contribution to the emotional and psychological health of patients and staff. READ MORE

  3. 2. Oaserna : ett gestaltningsförslag för Östra kyrkogårdens minneslund och dess närmaste omgivning i Malmö

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Linnéa Alverbrink; [2024]
    Keywords : Sigurd Lewerentz; Östra kyrkogården; urbana kyrkogårdar; multifunktionella kyrkogårdar; multikulturella kyrkogårdar; kyrkogårdsdesign; urbana grönytor; rekreation; kontemplation; meditation;

    Abstract : Under de senaste decennierna har trycket på de urbana grönområdena ökat till följd av att städerna växer. Under coronapandemin utnyttjades de gröna offentliga platserna i städerna i större utsträckning än tidigare och när SVT gjorde ett reportage om pulkaåkande barn på Skogskyrkogården i Stockholm var samhällsdebatten i gång. READ MORE

  4. 3. Architecture and CognitionArchitectural settings’ influence on cognitive performance in an isolated and confined environment, over time.

    University essay from KTH/Ergonomi

    Author : Michail Magkos; [2024]
    Keywords : Cognitive; Ergonomics; Architecture; Working Memory; Space; Isolation;

    Abstract : his thesis examines the relationship between architectural design in a space analog environment and cognitive performance. This is done through longitudinal, repeated measures, quantitative study which was conducted during a Mars analog mission, with cognitive assessments administered under different environmental conditions within the mission habitat. READ MORE

  5. 4. The White Canvas. A lighting proposal for the KTH Library Hall

    University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

    Author : Diana Andrea Niño Bogoya; [2023]
    Keywords : Daylight; indoor; reflections; nature;

    Abstract : Consolidating a library within the old patio of a building that for more than 100 years has undergone constant transformation is a challenge. Putting a roof over an area that was clearly defined to be open and under it a large library is a great opportunity. READ MORE

  6. 5. Vem har sett vinden? : ett undersökande arbete som utforskar vindens potential att skapa upplevelsevärden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Maria Almqvist; Sandra Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : vind; upplevelsevärden; sinnen; designprocess;

    Abstract : I en förtätad stad finns det ett stort behov av offentliga attraktiva rum. De vindutsatta platserna är underutnyttjade och avfärdas genom att man enbart ser den problematiska sidan av vinden: dess avkylande effekt. READ MORE