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Item Restricted Benefits of Biophilic Design : Incorporated in the Interior Office Spaces of Urban Environments(2023) Chiara Margot Sorgato; Anwandter, Juan Almarza; Goodwin, Amara; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: Abstract Humans have long aimed to improve their habitat and workplaces to increase their comfort and productivity. These advancements are built on technological progress that enhanced inhabitants' health and well-being but paid little attention to the more subtle form of Biophilic Design. With the increasing urbanization and the rise of poor working environments, the biggest issue is losing connection to green spaces and nature-related features, especially in workplaces. A radical change in the way we contextualize interior office spaces is imperative. Biophilic Design has numerous positive aspects and effects on various levels and thus can provide the answer to this urge; a solution. This research aims to understand and define the benefits of Biophilic Design incorporated in the Interior Office Spaces of Urban Environments. The thesis will be split into two parts, theoretical and practical, by applying the knowledge and studying different cases. This thesis aims to demonstrate how including Biophilic Design in different approaches in urban settings and workplaces can enhance employee well-being, creativity, and capacity. Keywords: habitat, workplaces, comfort, productivity, technological progress, biophilic design, urbanization, green spaces, nature-related features, employee well-being, creativity, capacity, interior office spaces, urban environmentsItem Restricted Interior Architecture in Video Games : Research of Atmospherical Design Strategies from Interior Architecture Applied on Video Games(2023) Melissa Selin Benzer; Anwandter, Juan Almarza; Starck, Adrian von; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: Abstract The gaming industry has witnessed a significant surge in popularity owing to technological advancements. Game developers leverage innovative techniques such as intricate light and spatial design to create more realistic gaming experiences. This has enabled players to feel fully immersed in the game, moving through the created space as if they were physically present in said environment and is particularly evident in the horror genre, where the overall atmosphere plays a crucial role. The objective is to create an environment that closely resembles the real world while intentionally deviating from reality in specific ways to elicit an emotional response from the player. The research aims to offer a deeper look into designers' ability, be it game or interior, on how atmospheres are created and how these strategies can be applied to game design. Further, this research should examine how the atmosphere enhances the gaming experience and to what extent designers can contribute to that or translate it into their profession. Keywords: gaming industry, technological advancements, game design, light design, spatial design, immersion, horror genre, atmosphere, emotional response, gaming experience, designers, interior designItem Restricted Interior Design Strategies for Compact Vertical Living Conditions : Examining the Typologies and Spatiality Design Strategies of Compact Vertical Living Constructions and Its Applicability in under-utilised Spaces(2023) Maria-Daria Frusinoiu; Anwandter, Juan Almarza; Starck, Adrian von; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: Abstract The primary focus of this thesis is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the typologies and spatial design strategies employed in compact vertical living constructions. It also serves as a practical guide, offering strategies that can be implemented to meet various needs. The thesis incorporates a diverse range of examples and case studies, which serve as a valuable resource for approaching the design of vertical narrow houses. The study of narrow houses provides valuable insights for interior designers. It emphasizes the importance of space optimization, vertical design solutions, natural light and ventilation, visual continuity and airflow, customization and adaptability, and material and texture selection. By considering these aspects, designers can create functional and visually appealing spaces that maximize the potential of limited areas and enhance the overall living experience for occupants. Keywords: thesis, compact vertical living, spatial design strategies, narrow houses, interior designers, space optimization, vertical design, natural light, ventilation, visual continuity, airflow, customization, adaptability, material selection, texture selection, living experienceItem Restricted Mapping Ephemerality in the Artist's Workspace(2023) Mira Chamseddine; Anwandter, Juan Almarza; Ebert, Carola; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: Abstract This research explores the manifestation of ephemerality in the artist's workspace and its connection to the artistic process with the aim of creating mappings that record the impermanent nature of interiors and inhabitation. Drawing upon theoretical perspectives and highlighting the interconnectedness of art, architecture, and interior design, emphasizing the shift towards the performative aspects of these disciplines. The research employs visual content analysis and examines photographs of workspaces belonging to notable Western painters, including Claude Monet, Juan Miro, and Jorinde Voigt. These case studies capture fleeting moments within their respective studios and serve as a basis for architectural representations of the potential movement of objects and bodies in the space over an unspecified period of time. By presenting the complexity of the layering of actions and meanings that interplay between ephemerality and the artist's workspace, a deeper understanding of interiority manifests. Keywords: Ephemerality, Artist Workspaces, Body/Object/Space, Mapping and Notations, Interiority