Essays about: "Sensory architecture"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 58 essays containing the words Sensory architecture.

  1. 16. Design for green structures in densifying hospital areas : a design proposal for Skåne University Hospital Malmö

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Emilia Pudeck; [2022]
    Keywords : densifying; resilience; narrative; socio-nature; flow; entanglement; evidence-based design; perceived sensory dimension; SUS Malmö;

    Abstract : Skåne University Hospital Malmö has been going through a process of densification for over 120 years. The original planning of the institution from 1896 was characterised by a castle-like building located in a park environment. Due to the growing city of Malmö the hospital has been forced to adjust and expand. READ MORE

  3. 17. Discipline and Order: Hostile architecture in Copenhagen

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi; Lunds universitet/Sociologiska institutionen

    Author : Egill Karlsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Hostile architecture; Copenhagen; Sensory ethnography; Phenomenology; Order; Discipline; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Hostile architecture is a tool used to control and regulate behavior, individuals, and groups in public spaces. This research explores the use, purpose, and meaning of hostile architecture in Copenhagen. To explore the phenomenon, I conducted fieldwork and semi-structured interviews. READ MORE

  4. 18. Parkkaraktärer i verkligheten : en studie av Lunds stadspark

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Oskar Dahlström; [2022]
    Keywords : parkkaraktärer; miljö; upplevelsevärden; hälsa;

    Abstract : Miljön spelar en viktig roll för människors välbefinnande och forskning visar på att utomhusvistelse medför psykiska såväl som fysiska fördelar. I dagens snabbt växande städer försummas grönområden till fördel för bostäder. READ MORE

  5. 19. Growing memories : a research-based design proposal for Björklunden dementia facility

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Amalie Svendsen; Linnéa Andersson; [2022]
    Keywords : Dementia; Alzheimer’s; Dementia Gardens; Dementia Facility; Research-based Design; Therapeutic Gardens; Garden Design; Health Promotion; Environmental Psychology; Plant Design; Management plans;

    Abstract : Access to outdoor environments at dementia institutions can help maintain and improve mental and physical well-being. There have been several beneficial aspects identified in research such as lowering stress and agitation and studies suggest that familiar plants with their sensory traits may help people with dementia recall memories. READ MORE

  6. 20. Healing architecture: Exploration of mental well-being in an urban context

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Justyna Krokowska; [2021]
    Keywords : Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : This thesis seeks to explore an architectural typology that can enhance mental healing qualities in the urban structure. Our modern fast-paced lifestyle has a big impact on our mental well-being and our stress levels are constantly high, while our feelings are continuously exposed to different external factors. READ MORE