MIM 4066E - Generating Livable Environment

Course Objectives

Through a comprehensive exploration of architecture from a human-centered perspective, this course seeks to advance both theoretical and methodological knowledge as well as practical outcomes that inform and enhance the design processes for built environments. The inquiry of the course is grounded in relevant studies from architecture, neuroscience, environmental psychology, and cognitive sciences. The ways of interpreting theoretical and methodological perspectives on the human-built environment and human–nature interactions will be explored to inform practical outcomes. By critically examining established theories, methodologies, and practices, this course aims to contribute to the creation of more livable environments and to generate new insights that deepen our understanding of the field.

Course Description

Discussing theoretical, methodological, and practical approaches to the human-built environment and human-nature interactions. Exploring the ways of creating better environments for enhanced human experience. Introducing and discussing research and practices in the fields of neuroarchitecture, cognitive architecture, and environment and behavior, grounded in the relationship between environmental psychology, neuroscience, cognitive sciences, behavioral sciences, and architecture. Developments in creating livable environments and their impact on architectural/environmental design principles. The effect of buildings and cities on the human mind/brain/body/psyche.