Essays about: "Feng-shui"

Found 5 essays containing the word Feng-shui.

  1. 1. Illuminating filters of perception : an interview survey with leading landscape architects on their approach to site

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

    Author : Anna-Maria Pershagen; [2020]
    Keywords : site; genius loci; intuition; place; place theory; education; site; unconventional analysis; site analysis; perception; filter; dowsing; feng shui; geomancy; alternate approach;

    Abstract : The starting point for this work is an interest in the concepts of genius loci, intuition and unconventional site analysis. Since the 70s, the genius loci has had a definition in landscape architectural theory, but the contemporary attitudes on the concept as well as its implementation in practice are less illuminated in research. READ MORE

  3. 2. An Empirical Evaluation of OLS Hedonic Pricing Regression on Singapore Private Housing Market

    University essay from KTH/Byggvetenskap

    Author : Zheng Mo; [2014]
    Keywords : Hedonic Pricing Approach; Property Price; Determinant dependent variables; OLS Regression; Heteroskedasticity; VIF Test; Spatial Autocorrelation.;

    Abstract : The empirical paper studies the relationship between property value and hedonic attributes. To indentify the determinant characteristics the influent the private real estate price, their degrees of significance and help with the valuation procedure, 8870 private residential property transactions with caveats lodged across country are selected from Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore. READ MORE

  4. 3. A comprehension of Feng-shui and its relevance tolandscape architecture

    University essay from SLU/Landscape Architecture (until 121231)

    Author : Yang Wang; [2012]
    Keywords : Feng-shui; ideal landscape; space and place; nature; harmony;

    Abstract : The Feng-shui theory, although hotly debated since Communism took power in China,currently serves as instrument for landscape evaluation and improvement in thepursuit of an ideal landscape mode for livelihood and eventually for harmony betweennature and human being. It has arguably, as guidance, contributed a lot to shaping theideal landscape, the mode of which, as modeled on Feng-shui, might thus be seen toprovide a basic model for the traditional elements of the Chinese built environment,such as city structure, architecture and garden. READ MORE

  5. 4. An analyse of Chinese Urban Public Space, Beijing as an Example

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för planering och mediedesign

    Author : Linnea Hagenbjörk; [2011]
    Keywords : China; Urban planning; Urban public space; Public space; Beijing; Space; Activities; Symbolism; Form; Fysisk planering; Kina; Offentliga rum; Aktiviteter; Symbolism; MFS;

    Abstract : Urban public space is one of the main components in urban planning because it emphasizes the interaction between people and the city itself. Public space often refers to a place that is open and accessible to all citizens but the idea of public space has changed during time and different cultures. READ MORE

  6. 5. Feng shui i trädgården

    University essay from SLU/Dept. Of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management

    Author : Ida Eriksson; [2008]
    Keywords : feng shui; trädgårdar; trädgårdsdesign;

    Abstract : Our environment affect us, not least gardens. By practising the ancient Chinese art feng shui, one could find tools how to create harmony and balance in gardens. By paying attention to different energies working with colours, shapes and materials one can create a nice garden with good feng shui. READ MORE