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What is prospect-refuge theory?

 

This article will introduce Appleton's (1975) theory discussing the idea of prospect and refuge. The theory proposes that humans are naturally drawn to spaces that give them opportunities to respond to their needs for reviewing their surrounding environment for potential opportunities (prospect), without being visible (refuge), something that creates a sense of safety.

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What is prospect-refuge theory?
This article will introduce Appleton's (1975) theory discussing the idea of prospect and refuge. The theory proposes that humans are naturally drawn to spaces that give them opportunities to respond to their needs for reviewing their surrounding environment for potential opportunities (prospect), without being visible (refuge), something that creates a sense of safety. 

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What is prospect-refuge theory?
This article will introduce Appleton's (1975) theory discussing the idea of prospect and refuge. The theory proposes that humans are naturally drawn to spaces that give them opportunities to respond to their needs...

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