Place advantage : applied psychology for interior architecture /
Sally Augustin.
- xiii, 297 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm.
Overview of the psychological experience of space -- Foundations of human interactions with their physical world -- Basic human needs satisfied through place design -- Universal features of well-designed spaces -- Emotional and cognitive responses to sensory information -- Human reactions to static elements -- Place design that reflects individual personality and organizational culture -- National culture and place experience -- Predominant activity and the design of physical environments -- Integrated applications of psychology-based place design principles -- Research methods for place designers -- Special focus : homes -- Special focus : workplaces -- Special focus : retail spaces -- Special focus : learning environments -- Special focus : healthcare facilities -- Place designers' vital influence on human well-being.