Building for People: Behavioral Research Approaches and Directions

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

1527862798 / 9781527862791

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Print on Demand. This book bridges the gap between the fields of architecture and the social sciences. It stresses the importance of incorporating the behavioral sciences into the design process. By doing so, the architect can create buildings that not only function well but also respond to the needs of those who occupy them. The author argues that the traditional approach to architecture is inadequate. Architects are often trained to focus on aesthetics and technical considerations, with little regard for the human experience. As a result, many buildings are uncomfortable, inefficient, and even dangerous. The author presents a new approach to architecture, one that is based on a deep understanding of how people interact with their environment. He draws on research from psychology, sociology, and other disciplines to identify the factors that contribute to a positive building experience. The book is full of practical advice for architects. It provides guidance on how to design buildings that are safe, comfortable, and enjoyable to use. It also discusses the importance of user participation in the design process. The author believes that buildings should be designed with the people who will use them in mind. Only then can we create buildings that are truly responsive to our needs. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Title
Building for People: Behavioral Research Approaches and Directions
Author
Arthur I. Rubin, Jacqueline Elder
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Forgotten Books
Publication year
2024
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English
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9781527862791
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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