Architecture and the Environment

Architecture and the Environment

Introduction

The environment and its people are dependent on each other and they both are shaped by environment. There are different types of environments that require different kinds of behavioral workings that are considered as sensory input, internal representations that change the structure of the earth for people living in surroundings. In order to understand the relationship between human behavior and physical structure, we must consider the two aspects in an entangled fashion (Moore, 1979).

Effect of Physical Structure on Human Behavior

Architectural design plays an important role in developing individual's comfort and health. Architects have perceived that the places people are living can affect their thoughts, behaviors and feelings. They are focusing on making places that has creativity and uniqueness and keep people focused and relax and creates social intimacy. Some researchers have been conducted on how the structure of buildings and environment affect human behavior. In this consideration, many countries are focusing on building parks and gardens to make the state green. This strategy highly influenced human health and refreshes their mind (Altman, 1981).

Architecture as a means of controlling human behavior

Architecture is the art that combines expression, technology and satisfaction of human needs. The main purpose of architecture is to make places where people find peace and alive with the creativity and beauty of surroundings. For example, building malls with beautiful and attractive interiors can attract many people and gain their attention. Many people like to go out and have fun at mall with friends and family. Similarly, some people like to make their home beautiful and peaceful where they can relax with their family and create favorable environment. This can make them feel comfortable and relaxed. They intend to have garden where they can play with their children and spend time with them (Moore, 1979).

Environmental psychological implications of commercial and residential design

If we consider the history of architectural designs, we can realize that earlier designs of structures were based on building shelter for protection and privacy. These designs have been changed with the changing needs and preferences of people. Now, architects are focusing on creating creative designs and structure that can improve human psyche and make them relax in their surroundings (Ayers, 2007). Structure designs of offices and home must be developed in a way that people can feel comfortable and find peace while working in office and relaxing at home. ...