Theses - Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design
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City versus suburb : the effects of neighborhood location on place attachment and residential satisfaction
(Bilkent University, 2017-08)Affective bonds of individuals to their environment have been investigated and certain terms were studied such as place attachment and residential satisfaction arousing interest especially in environmental psychology. The ... -
The influence of space characteristics on the preference of cafes as workplaces
(Bilkent University, 2017-08)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 ... -
Influence of color-texture associations on preference
(Bilkent University, 2017-07)This study analyzes the possible existence of a relationship between color and texture in terms of preference. One hundred design-trained and 96 non-design trained respondents underwent an experiment carried out in a ... -
The effects of color temperature on performance and mood of users : a color task implementation model
(Bilkent University, 2017-07)This study aimed to explore the effects of color temperatures on color task performance, and also to propose a color task implementation model to be used in future research. In the study, three attributes of color were the ... -
The effects of personal traits and complexity on aesthetic preferences
(Bilkent University, 2017-06)This study explores the relationship between aesthetic preferences related to visual complexity and personal traits. For this purpose, we used nine images with geometric shapes and nine photographs of building façades, ... -
A comparative study on the role of analogical reasoning in sustainable problem solving
(Bilkent University, 2017-06)Analogy is the name given to the process of receiving knowledge from a learned and an experienced concept and using the acquired knowledge in a new concept. Analogical reasoning is a concept, which is commonly used in ... -
Analyzing student satisfaction with blended learning in a studio and non-studio course
(Bilkent University, 2017-05)The aim of this thesis is to explore whether student satisfaction with blended learning (BL) differs according to studio and non-studio courses. Moreover, this thesis also aims to investigate the direct and indirect effects ... -
Effect of area on color harmony in interior spaces
(Bilkent University, 2015-07)The main aim of this study is to examine the effect of area on color harmony in interior spaces. Area in color harmony is the relative amount of different color areas represented as a proportion on which color harmony ... -
The effect of density on impact sound insulation of the expanded polystrene (EPS) block used as filler in one way hollow core slab in dwellings
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)The current international standards and governmental regulations stipulate maximum impact sound insulation on construction slabs of buildings to increase acoustical comfort of interiors of dwellings as mentioned by Cost ... -
The influence of familiarity and signage on wayfinding in academic libraries : the case of Bilkent University Library
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)The purpose of the study is to investigate the relationship between utilized signage types, familiarity and confidence in respondents’ cognitive maps in academic libraries. Besides, it is to understand the influence of ... -
A user-centered approach to green existing buildings : Bilkent University library as a case study
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)Decision-making in green design is a very complex process as it contains several alternatives for various criteria. In order to overcome this complexity, a holistic approach for the decision making process is needed. ... -
Relationships between density, crowding, privacy and dormitory satisfaction : the case of Bilkent University dormitories
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)Many students move to different cities for their university education. This brings formidable experiences to those who are separated from their family. Living in a dormitory teaches them to live, interact and coordinate ... -
A comparative study on soundscape in high school environment
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)The various factors of school environments have been investigated to affect individuals psychologically and physiologically. As one of this, sound has been studied through acoustic measurements focusing on noise management ... -
The role of domestic environment on physical activities of women adults: comparison of single and multi storey houses
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)This study explores the role of domestic environment on home-based physical activities (PAs) of women adults who live in single and multi storey houses. The aim of the study is to determine the design characteristics of ... -
Emotional responses towards the use of rectilinear, symmetrical curvilinear and asymmetrical curvilinear forms in virtual environments
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)The aim of the study is to understand the effect of various forms in designs of interior environments and compare different emotional responses of people towards those environments. Therefore, this study was conducted to ... -
Warmth perception in association with colour and material
(Bilkent University, 2016-08)Warmth perception is physical, emotional, semantic, and sensorial bond between people and their environments. Warmth is a prominent characteristic of interior architecture and is related to colours and materials. Although ... -
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 Effects of correlated color temperature on sustained attention and mood of university students in learning environments
(Bilkent University, 2015)The aim of this study is to understand the effects of correlated color temperature on sustained attention and mood of university students in learning environments and to compare different color temperatures. The experiment ... -
Analyzing the effects of different critique techniques on the success of interior architecture students
(Bilkent University, 2015)This study presents the design education literature in terms of design studio learning by reviewing teaching styles, learning models and learning process. Additionally, the term critique is defined as a backbone of the ... -
Effects of speech intelligibility on computer-based task performance in open-plan offices
(Bilkent University, 2008)The aim of this thesis is to find out the effects of speech and speech intelligibility on computer-based task performance in open-plan offices. The research was conducted in a real open-plan office environment to include ...
