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An analytical tool for the evaluation of 'open building' projects
(Bilkent University, 2002)Housing, being one of the most important concerns of architecture, has always been an unsolved problem for researchers, especially for architects. This judgement is also valid for the Turkish case. In this work, ‘Open ... -
Collaborative environments to enhance creativity of design students : use of collaborative creativity support tools
(Bilkent University, 2011)Collaboration and creativity are integral parts of design education process. Tools to support collaborative design process, as well as tools to support creativity in the process now being used together in design education. ... -
A computer assisted universal design (CAUD) plug-in tool for architectural design process
(Bilkent University, 2008)Managing universal design process is a highly complex and challenging design task due to its multi-parameter characteristics. It becomes even more difficult while accommodating the needs of people with diverse impairments ... -
Design considerations in multipurpose space of preschool educational environments
(Bilkent University, 1994)Design requirements of preschool educational environments that support all aspects of child development are examined in this study. In order to determine the design criteria for preschool educational environments, the ... -
Design considerations of ceramics in architecture
(Bilkent University, 1998)The aim of this thesis is to explain the importance of ceramics in architectural design. The considerations for ceramic tiles that must be kept in mind while making a design are mentioned. One of them is the mechanical and ... -
Design considerations of the internal shell of automated offices in banks
(Bilkent University, 1992)The technical requirements of bank offices to handle automation are examined within the scope of the study. Starting with the general historical background of offices, open office plan is chosen as the domain. Office ... -
A design model for the space planning of child care centers
(Bilkent University, 1999)Since the activities that children involve provide the attainment of abilities in the developmental fields of the early childhood period, the organization of the space through the activity centers influences the improvements ... -
Design of a modular playground equipment system for physically (motor) disabled children
(Bilkent University, 1993)The elements of a medium for gathering the able and disable bodied children are examined within the scope of this study. Starting from the importance of play for children, the characteristics and the properties of the ... -
Design requirements for the exercise areas in the international space station (ISS)
(Bilkent University, 2007)This study explores the design requirements of the exercise areas of the International Space Station (ISS) in terms of physical and behavioral requirements. The main focus of the study is to understand the interactions ... -
Design studio as a life space in architectural education: privacy requirements
(Bilkent University, 1997)There is a very important relationship between the educational outcomes and the architectural design of educational facilities. The most commonly used space in an architectural education is the design studio. Therefore, ... -
Designers' cognition in traditional versus digital media during conceptual design
(Bilkent University, 2001)Designers depend on representations to externalize their design thoughts. External representations are usually in the form of sketches (referred to as traditional media) in architectural design during the conceptual ... -
Evolutionary collaborative design studios
(Bilkent University, 2003)In Collaborative Design Studios (CDS), knowledge and information can be shared in discussions among students and instructors, while developing alternative solutions and the task coordination is achieved through the networked ... -
Experiencing space without vision
(Bilkent University, 1997)In this study, the human body without vision, and its relation with the surrounding space, is examined. Towards this end, firstly space and the human body are briefly discussed. the sense modalities apart from vision, and ... -
Exploring vertical navigation within a virtual environment : a staircase experience
(Bilkent University, 2012)Architectural cues are configured by architects in the initial phase of design process. Local architectural cues within an environment can aid individuals during navigation and influence their spatial orientation. ... -
A framework for a design decision support system model for the wet space renovation of the residences used by elder people
(Bilkent University, 1997)Elderly people have many limitations in physical and intellectual capabilities due to aging process and they do many renovations in their houses, especially in wet spaces. It is observed that these renovatiohs are. hot ... -
Furniture systems for the automated office
(Bilkent University, 1992)Furniture systems are widely used in offices which utilise computers and related equipments. However, these systems are not always efficient and do not satisfy the needs of the organizations and the users. The aim of ... -
Influence of activity-based office environments on perceived individual and group creativity
(Bilkent University, 2021-08)This study examined the impact of activity-based offices (ABOs) on individual and group creativity from the employees' perspective. The study was investigated in two stages to find the link between ABOs and the concept of ... -
The Influence of DINESCAPE on emotions and behavioral intentions of customers
(Bilkent University, 2015-07)This study explores the impacts of physical environmental items (DINESCAPE) on emotions and behavioral intentions of customers at an upscale restaurant. The theoretical framework is grounded on the Mehrabian- Russell model ... -
The influence of space characteristics on the preference of cafes as workplaces
(Bilkent University, 2017-07)This study explores the impacts of physical space, social space and ambiance characteristics of café environments on the preference as workplaces. A field study approach is used in this study and conducted with 134 ... -
The influence of virtual reality on design process creativity in basic design education
(Bilkent University, 2019-09)Creativity is an integral part of a design process. Recently, creativity supporting tools become very common in research. This study examines the influence of immersive and non-immersive virtual design environments on ...
