| Description |
xiii, 297 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 249-285) and index. |
| Contents |
Foreword -- Ch. 1. Overview of the psychological experience of space -- Ch. 2. Foundations of human interactions with their physical world -- Ch. 3. Basic human needs satisfied through place design -- Ch. 4. Universal features of well-designed spaces -- Ch. 5. Emotional and cognitive responses to sensory information -- Ch. 6. Human reactions to static elements -- Ch. 7. Place design that reflects individual personality and organizational culture -- Ch. 8. National culture and place experience -- Ch. 9. Predominant activity and the design of physical environments -- Ch. 10. Integrated applications of psychology-based place design principles -- Ch. 11. Research methods for place designers -- Ch. 12. Special focus: homes -- Ch. 13. Special focus: workplaces -- Ch. 4. Special focus: retail spaces -- Ch. 15. Special focus: learning environments -- Ch. 16. Special focus: health care facilities -- Ch. 17. Place designers' vital influence on human well-being. |
| Subject |
Interior architecture -- Psychological aspects
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| ISBN |
9780470422120 (alk. paper) |
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