List of Publications by Department for the Academic Year Acheiving Visual Comfort in Universities Educational Spaces : A Design Framework for Kinetic Façades
Abstract
Nowadays, cities are human’s dominant habitat. Green spaces should be considered during city planning,
since researchers indicate that gardens have positive effects on human health and wellbeing. This paper
aims to ameliorate the physical health of kids as a main concern, which will consequently enhance their
mental health. It also investigates different green spaces, especially public gardens, located in Tripoli,
Lebanon. This paper uses observation, designed questionnaire and direct interviews to analyze the current
condition of one of the city’s gardens that is devoted mainly for kids.The outcome of this paper is a list of
recommendations for having healthier gardens and community in the future.
Journal/Conference Information
Architecture and Planning Journal, APJ,,DOI: doi, ISSN: ISSN: 2079-4096 , Volume: 25, Issue: 1, Pages Range: 1-10,