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Item Open Access An analytical re-assessment of introductory design in architectural education(Bilkent University, 1998) Farivarsadri, Guita AviralIntroductory design, as the initial step in architectural education, is of crucial importance. In this course student are supposed to acquire values, knowledge and skills which create a basis for further levels of their professional education. A holistic, human-centered approach to introductory design education aims at providing students with an insight into the context and complexities of architectural design, and their future responsibilities in the very beginning of architectural education. This thesis creates a framework for the assessment of such an introductory design education. A study of different dimensions of this education and a critical analysis of current approaches, creates a basis for proposing a framework for a holistic, human-centered approach. In this critical analysis, the objectives, objects, methods and management of introductory design education are considered in relation to its ideological, sociological, epistemological and pedagogical dimensions.Item Open Access Furniture systems for the automated office(Bilkent University, 1992) Farivarsadri, Guita AviralFurniture 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 this study is to analyze these systems used in the automated offices and to set some criteria for their design. These criteria are derived from organizational, functional and technical needs and ergonomic and social considerations.