It is a direct study of the transactions and interrelationships between the interior environment and the people that inhabit it.

―Buildings have a direct effect on our emotions. They can be depressing or uplifting, soothing or surprising, welcoming or forgiving.‖ – John Eberhard

As designers what feelings and emotions do you want to trigger in the occupiers of the building?

Built environments affect our thinking, our emotions, our behaviour, and our mental and physical health.

Interior Elements: Forms, Natural & Artificial light, Colours, Furniture, Sounds, etc.

Psychological aspects in an Interior Space:

Geometry (2D) and form (3D)
Style (time period/aesthetic) and context (cue to the space use) of interior furnishings
Materiality and texture
Height and enclosure of the space.

Form and Geometry

Linear geometry- Lower pleasure/arousal (Designers exception)
Curvature- More pleasure/arousal
Curvature of objects or built environment activates the anterior cingulate cortex, directly linked to the salience and reward properties of visual stimuli

Furnishing Style and Context

Perception of pleasant interiors activates the visuo-spatial processing regions in the fronto- parietal network, showing involvement of motor and cognitive processes during the evaluation of spaces.

This book has been written for the ME/M.TECH/BE/B.Tech students of All University with latest syllabus for ECE, EEE, CSE, IT, Mechanical, Bio Medical, Bio Tech, BCA, MCA and All B.Sc Department Students.

The basic aim of this book is to provide a basic knowledge in Psychology of Interiors.

Psychology of Interiors Syllabus students of degree, diploma & AMIE courses and a useful reference for these preparing for competitive examinations.

All the concepts are explained in a simple, clear and complete manner to achieve progressive learning.

This book is divided into four chapters. Each chapter is well supported with the necessary illustration practical examples.