Investigating Sensory and Physical Perception in the Architectural Space of the Traditional Bazaar of Kermanshah

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 PhD Candidate, Faculty of Art and Architecture, Hamedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan, Iran.

2 PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamadan, Iran.

3 PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Art and Architecture, Hamadan branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamadan, Iran.

10.22034/ias.2021.307016.1738

Abstract

The issue of the affiliation between man and environment have been the focus of attention of many experts in various sciences during the past four decades. Although the scientific look at the phenomenon of connection between man and place is not a new category, there are still many questions about how to define the relationship between man and place for use in the architectural design process. Understanding the problem of sensation and body perception in traditional architecture is the main concern of this study. The method of the current research is qualitative with a phenomenological approach that seeks to analyze the representation of sensation and bodily perception in the experience of architectural space. The data collection method is using semi-structured and semi-in-depth interviews. Based on the logic of theoretical saturation, sixteen people were selected, seven women and nine men. The data analysis method of this research is thematic analysis and the findings are presented in the form of a conceptual model in three contexts/conditions, and the spatial situation is presented in the form of three categories. In the next step, the results were categorized into four categories and in this manner, the core category for the dimension of adaptability was presented in the form of surrounding the body and emotions in the security and spirituality of the bazaar space. Concerning the environment of the Kermanshah bazaar, it can be stated the marketplace embraces the person's body with its shape and structure and grants security as the person defines oneself in the open environment with sensory and conscious communication; thus, the person finds connection with the past and easily communicates with the spirit of this place.

Research aims:
1. Analysis of sensory representation and body perception in architectural space experience.
2. Investigating sensation and bodily perception in the experience of architectural space in the traditional bazaar of Kermanshah.

Research questions:
1. What is the role of physical and sensory perception in the experience of space in architecture?
2. As a source of inspiration for experiencing the architectural space, what role do physical perception have in understanding the traditional bazaar of Kermanshah?

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Islamic Art Studies
Volume 19, Issue 45 - Serial Number 45
February 2021
Pages 364-378

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