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Evidence-based Practice: From research to design implementation
Evidence-based Design (EBD) is the process of basing decisions about the built environment on credible research to achieve the best possi...
Sep 25, 20226 min read
Research in Context: The Fundamental-Applied Continuum.
In previous articles, the interface between academia and practice has been mentioned as Environmental Psychology is discussed in each...
Jun 26, 20223 min read
Inter, Multi, Cross, Trans, & Intra-disciplinary: What is the difference and why is it important?
In previous articles I discuss Environmental Psychology as an “interdisciplinary” field due to its span across various disciplines....
Mar 18, 20224 min read
History of Environmental Psychology: A brief overview
Environmental Psychology is a relatively young field, only established formally in the early 1960s (Canter & Craik, 1981). As a result,...
Feb 26, 20223 min read
Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs”: Theory Outline (Part 1)
Abraham Maslow's Theory of Human Motivation was first proposed in 1943 following a biographical analysis of people he considered successful.
Jan 10, 20229 min read
Integrating insights from Psychology into Design: Three facets of Design Research in Architecture.
Christopher Frayling’s three facets of Design Research include Research into, through, and for Design. They represent different approaches..
May 30, 20238 min read
Prospect-Refuge Theory
The prospect and refuge theory proposes that humans are naturally drawn to spaces that give them opportunities to respond to their needs....
Mar 25, 20237 min read
Biophilia Hypothesis: The basis of Biophilic Design
Biophilic design has its roots in the late 20th century, when research on human-environment relationships flourished. Extensive studies...
Jan 22, 20239 min read
Evidence-based Practice: From research to design implementation
Evidence-based Design (EBD) is the process of basing decisions about the built environment on credible research to achieve the best possi...
Sep 25, 20226 min read
Environmental Psychology Concepts, Theories and Studies Architects are most familiar with.
In the context of this overview, I have selected a few classic works that are immediately relevant to the built environment, and which may..
May 28, 20225 min read
Book Review: Applying Psychology To the Environment
Applying Psychology To the Environment was originally published in 1998 by Hodder & Stoughton as part of a larger series of books.....
Jul 24, 20228 min read
Theories & Studies
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Book Summaries & Reviews
Integrating insights from Psychology into Design: Three facets of Design Research in Architecture.
Christopher Frayling’s three facets of Design Research include Research into, through, and for Design. They represent different approaches..
May 30, 20238 min read
Architecture Portfolio Design Guide.
As final submissions and upcoming job hunts are fast approaching, it is that time of the year when questions about portfolio design, job ...
Apr 30, 20229 min read
Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs”: Theory Outline (Part 1)
Abraham Maslow's Theory of Human Motivation was first proposed in 1943 following a biographical analysis of people he considered successful.
Jan 10, 20229 min read
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