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...
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Self Discovery
- Jun 26, 2022
- 3 min
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...
- Mar 18, 2022
- 4 min
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....
- Feb 26, 2022
- 3 min
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,...
- Jan 10, 2022
- 9 min
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.
- May 30, 2023
- 8 min
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..
- Mar 25, 2023
- 6 min
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....
- Jan 22, 2023
- 9 min
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...
- Sep 25, 2022
- 6 min
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...
- May 28, 2022
- 5 min
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..
- Jul 24, 2022
- 8 min
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.....
Theories & Studies
Fundamentals
Book Summaries & Reviews
- May 30, 2023
- 8 min
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..
- Apr 30, 2022
- 9 min
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 ...
- Jan 10, 2022
- 9 min
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.
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