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Biomimicry is an approach that entails understanding the natural system and designs and mimicking them to create new non-biological systems that can solve human problems. From bio-based material development to biologically inspired designs, architects and designers excelled in highlighting the fascination of integrating the biomimetic thinking process into the modern design that provides more comfortable space in which to live. This thesis explores how historical sustainable strategies from Islamic traditional architecture incorporated natural design system that could now be appropriately applied to interior architecture. In addition, it explores the current existing problems in this field and the possibilities of biomimetic sustainable solutions for existing buildings in the hot dry climate regions of Saudi Arabia.
The author concentrates on examining Islamic traditional architecture where the past architects incorporated certain aspects of nature in their construction and through using local resources, built buildings that mitigated heat and provided protection from cold. As a result of completing this research, it was found that there are common characteristics between the traditional Islamic architecture elements and system solutions found in some natural organisms. Characteristics included, for example, evaporative cooling, stuck effect, and avoiding heat gain. However, in the natural world, there is always opportunities to further explore more about the impacts of biomimicry and natural strategies applicable to enhance interior environments of buildings.
The author concentrates on examining Islamic traditional architecture where the past architects incorporated certain aspects of nature in their construction and through using local resources, built buildings that mitigated heat and provided protection from cold. As a result of completing this research, it was found that there are common characteristics between the traditional Islamic architecture elements and system solutions found in some natural organisms. Characteristics included, for example, evaporative cooling, stuck effect, and avoiding heat gain. However, in the natural world, there is always opportunities to further explore more about the impacts of biomimicry and natural strategies applicable to enhance interior environments of buildings.
ContributorsHawsawi, Hawaa Ismail (Author) / Bernardi, Jose (Thesis advisor) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Harmon-Vaughan, Elizabeth (Committee member) / Arizona State University (Publisher)
Created2016
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Invasive species are non-native plants or animals that harm the environment, economy, and even human health. These species are introduced to new environments where they have no natural predators or competitors to keep them in check. As a result, they grow and reproduce quickly, outcompeting and displacing native species. Invasive species can also damage crops, infrastructure, and property, leading to significant economic losses. Moreover, some invasive species can carry diseases that can affect human health. As the leading cause of biodiversity loss according to the IUCN Red List, controlling and preventing the spread of invasive species is critical to protecting biodiversity and maintaining a healthy environment.
ContributorsTullo, Elizabeth (Author) / Sanft, Alfred (Thesis director) / Heywood, William (Committee member) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / The Design School (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2023-05
ContributorsTullo, Elizabeth (Author) / Sanft, Alfred (Thesis director) / Heywood, William (Committee member) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / The Design School (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2023-05
ContributorsTullo, Elizabeth (Author) / Sanft, Alfred (Thesis director) / Heywood, William (Committee member) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / The Design School (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2023-05
ContributorsTullo, Elizabeth (Author) / Sanft, Alfred (Thesis director) / Heywood, William (Committee member) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / The Design School (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2023-05
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People often choose one design over another for reasons of beauty and taste. This is known as aesthetic preference. Over the years, philosophers and psychologists have observed the significant impact of aesthetics on human behavior and sought a deeper understanding of how aesthetic preferences are formed and how they drive behavior and choices. Despite recent advancement in the scientific study of aesthetics with the emergence of neuroaesthetics and evolutionary psychology, the complexity and diversity of aesthetic preferences still pose a significant challenge for designers who design for a mass population. This study proposed and implemented a process through which unique aesthetic indicators were identified, from which distinct aesthetic typologies were then derived. To evaluate the process and generate practical results, a mixed-methods approach with exploratory sequential design was used. First, an online survey and semi-structured interviews were conducted (n=20). These methods were used to refine the survey instrument. Next, an extensive online survey (n=1038) was conducted to identify aesthetic indicators. To produce measurable outcomes and define the typologies of individuals based on their responses to survey questions, cluster analysis was applied to the data. Results indicated a set of unique aesthetic indicators from which distinct aesthetic typologies were derived. This study adds to the vast body of knowledge we can use to explore and improve our understanding of aesthetic preference. With the availability of quantitative data and the robust modeling capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is not unrealistic that we would be able to model and predict future or unknown aesthetic preferences. Accurate predictions of these preferences can have immense value for the field of design. Aesthetic typologies provide the structure to move design in that direction.
ContributorsDuvenhage, Jonanda (Author) / Takamura, John (Thesis advisor) / Pivovarova, Margarita (Committee member) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Arizona State University (Publisher)
Created2021
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Design for sustainability and design to change habits are two areas that have been explored separately. Design for sustainable behavior has started to be researched for different purposes. This research focuses on how we interact with objects to reinforce sustainable actions, focused on low-waste drinking water consumption using Water Bottle Filling Stations. Things do not work the same in different contexts, even if they are targeted at a similar group of people in two different countries. In consequence, the habits around particular objects change as well. This research is part of a bi-cultural study on the relationship between users and Water Bottle Filling Stations in universities, sites where these devices have been installed to promote healthy habits and encourage sustainable practices in their population. This is to evaluate the use of current nudges attached to the design attributes on the artifact.Using mixed methods, this research explored the possibility of using Water Bottle Filling Stations to create and reinforce habits in the user’s routine and the consequences with the aid of nudges. To understand these behaviors, populations from a college in Mexico and a college in the United States were subjects of study to understand the implications of using Water Bottle Filling Stations as a device that, by design, promotes reusability as a circular economy strategy. The following research did not aim to redesign the entire system but evaluate the impact of current nudges and design attributes on the artifact, how habits have affected culture, and supply a list of findings and recommendations.
ContributorsBecerra-Galicia, Susana Angelina (Author) / Takamura, John (Thesis advisor) / Fehler, Michelle (Thesis advisor) / Dooley, Kevin (Committee member) / Arizona State University (Publisher)
Created2022
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Food safety incidents have constantly hit society and threatened human health. Hundreds of millions of people become sick after eating contaminated food every year. As the problem continues to emerge, consumers must take action to avoid purchasing risky food products. As one of the solutions, food traceability systems have been developed rapidly in many countries in recent years. More food products can now be provided with traceability information to assist consumers in making purchase decisions. To design services for grocery shoppers to access food information from food traceability systems possibly through modern technologies, this transdisciplinary user research study investigated shopper insights into food traceability information on produce provided at grocery stores, with a fusion of ideas from the disciplines of design and consumer behaviors. Through literature reviews, an online survey study, and an online interview study, this research revealed a series of shopper insights concerning (1) shoppers’ knowledge about food traceability information, (2) shoppers’ behaviors and motivations for using traceability information on produce, (3) shoppers’ perceptions towards providing traceability information on produce to them at grocery stores, (4) shoppers’ perceived important traceability information on produce, (5) shoppers’ behavior intentions of using specific ways to access traceability information on produce, and (6) shoppers’ thresholds to pay for traceability information on produce. Based on the results, this study identified design opportunities for the features, components, and mediums of the service design of future food traceability systems.
ContributorsWang, Anne (Author) / Takamura, John (Thesis advisor) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / Grebitus, Carola (Committee member) / Arizona State University (Publisher)
Created2022
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The purpose of this thesis is to see if a correlation exists between young adults’ personal perception of thriving and a curated online and written course centered around thriving. The course, What Does It Mean for Ages 17 – 24 to Thrive, took place over the span of four weeks and focused on concepts of personal strengths, goal setting, gratitude and thriving. Through this course, students were expected to complete daily practices, weekly challenges and weekly reflections to help build healthy habits for their overall well-being. This course was created in hopes of seeing an improvement from the student’s levels and perception of thriving before and after the course. To collect data, the study began with qualitative interviews to gain an understanding of the participants and their current level of thriving. Throughout the duration of the course, data and feedback was gathered through the students’ assignment submissions every week. As the course came to a close, data was collected through a final round of qualitative interviews focusing on the students’ biggest takeaways from the course. In analyzing the data, one of the biggest challenges came from the students not having enough time to complete all of the daily practices. However, every student mentioned they were able to take something away from this course and hope to implement the exercises into their daily lives. One significant finding came from the survey question, “Do you actively think about your purpose in life?” Prior to the course, there was a mixture of responses stating yes, no, and somewhat. However, after the course, almost every student responded “yes” and one student responded “somewhat.” Overall, it is evident that young adults hope to thrive in life, however, their biggest challenge comes from finding enough time for themselves outside of school and work. This course allowed students to put thriving into perspective and allowed them all to grow.
ContributorsHunsaker, Jenny Ann (Author) / Heywoord, William (Thesis director) / Fehler, Michelle (Committee member) / School of Community Resources and Development (Contributor) / College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (Contributor) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
Created2020-05
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When designing a space, all of the human senses should be considered in order to keep in mind the wellness of the client. How should the built environment be designed for user wellness through a nature-based full-body experience of a space? There are many theories and concepts that have been studied and researched regarding the three concepts that will be touched on. Psychology of design, empathetic design, and nature all connect to each other. These concepts link together, prompting additional questions and needed research to find the answers. This research suggests that Biophilic Design is the answer.
ContributorsDoiron, Joia (Author) / Fehler, Michelle (Thesis director) / Schoneberger, Channing (Committee member) / Rovalo, Erin (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / The Design School (Contributor)
Created2022-05