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Publication Restricted Architectural Design and the experience of loneliness(2025) Stefaniak, Julia; Huneck, Karsten; Architecture (BA); Berlin International University of Applied SciencesThis thesis analyses the influence of architecture on human emotions, with a particular focus on loneliness. Examining different spatial contexts—urban, building and interior—provides a broader perspective on the issue. By combining architectural and psychological perspectives, the study investigates how architectural elements, such as lighting, layout, materials and the distinction between public and private space, may affect mental well-being. The research aims to identify architectural strategies that help mitigate loneliness.Item Restricted Navigating Consumer Purchase Intention : A Reflection on Past Luxury Shopping Experiences(2024) Başyazıcıoğlu, Suay; Koç, Hasan; Villegas, Erick Behar; Faculty of Business Administration; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAUTHOR-SUPPLIED ABSTRACT: This study investigates the problem of loneliness among international students in Germany. It analyses the causes and effects of loneliness and the efforts of universities to address it. It examines the significant challenges students face, such as language barriers, cultural differences, and social isolation, which contribute to feelings of loneliness and affect their mental health. Using a quantitative methodology approach, the research analyses the relationship between loneliness and factors such as anxiety, depression, language proficiency, and personality traits. The findings suggest that social support networks and university services will play essential roles in reducing loneliness and improving students' overall well-being. This study aims to help develop recommendations for strengthening university support services and promoting a more inclusive environment to increase international students' social and academic success. Chapter 1Item Restricted Understanding the environmental costs of corporate tax havens. A systematic literature review(2024) Igwe, Udeaku Emeahara; Barajas, Héctor Hernán Gómez; Villegas, Erick Behar; Faculty of Business Administration; Berlin International University of Applied Sciences