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Gump, Paul V. – Design and Environment, 1971
Descriptors: Behavior, Behavior Patterns, Design Requirements, Environment
Schulberg, Lucille – Design and Environment, 1971
Discusses a method architects and planners can use in designing buildings based on behavior and activities of people who will inhabit them. Shows a particular setting or environment influences the behavior of all individuals in it. Statistical data are translated into floor plans. (BL)
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Behavioral Science Research, Building Design, Design Requirements
Hall, Edward T. – Design and Environment, 1971
Proxemics deals with man's use and structuring of space, particularly the unconscious patterns that deeply influence life. It can never tell the designer how to design but can tell him important things to consider. (Author/PR)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Behavior, Behavioral Sciences, Building Design
Design and Environment, 1972
Three-part report pinpointing problems and uncovering solutions for the dual concepts of density (ratio of people to space) and crowding (psychological response to density). Section one, A Primer on Crowding,'' reviews new psychological and social findings; section two, Density in the Suburbs,'' shows conflict between status quo and increased…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Environmental Influences, Overpopulation, Population Distribution
