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A comparative study on residential soundscape perception of Arabic and Turkish people living in Ankara, Turkey
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Mohamed, Ali Elghdaffi
In studying the soundscape perception of the people of a certain acoustic environment, several concepts should be taken into consideration. Studies from the literature suggest that the factors that influence the soundscape perception are the sound environment and the auditory perception mainly. As a person spends most of the time in their houses, understanding the soundscape perception in the residential context is significant. This research investigates the soundscape perception differences of two cultural groups of the same acoustic environment. Therefore, the Arab and Turkish residents of Ankara participated with 405 questionnaires in order to assess their soundscape perception of the sound environment of the city within their house environment. The findings of the study suggest that the sound environment is equally important to both cultural groups, while the Arab residents showed a higher satisfaction level from the sound environment of their houses. Furthermore, the cultural factor demonstrated significant differences in the soundscape perception of the Arab and Turkish groups based on an overall soundscape perception evaluation, sound source loudness, sound frequency of occurrence and sound favourability using statistical analysis such as, one-way ANOVA and t-test.
An investigation of Iranian apartments in Tabriz with reference to their space and function relations
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2016) Rahigh Aghsan, Amirmasoud
This research attempts to study different interpretations concerning the life quality of the houses built in three areas of Tabriz, Iran, which was identified the dissatisfaction cause of interior architectural designing at the time of purchase or during the use of house. Studies show that paying attention to the culture and economy of the individuals has direct relation with the issue of satisfaction. In the Ferdous alley of Tabriz we observe more satisfaction than Roshdye town where satisfaction level is more than the Mehr complex of Tabriz. But this isn't an indicator of the resident's satisfaction and a remediable percentage of them would like to have fundamental changes. So it can be said that culture, customs, expectations of house and family economy are main principles of architectural designing. As examined here about the housing in Tabriz, but unfortunately has been less considered main principles of architectural designing. Conducting primary research, prior designing will help more to inhibit the problem to happen.
Analysis of the wayfinding system in a university based tertiary care hospital
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Layas, Hetham F.
The ease of wayfinding in a complex environment can be understood by the users of the environment. Wayfinding, as a spatial problem solving activity, in a hospital can become a problem for the first time users. The aim of this study is to analyze the existing wayfinding system of a university based tertiary care hospital from the users' point of views; in other words, to understand the usability of the wayfinding system within the hospital. A questionnaire was administered to the users of the hospital. The results of the study indicated that the majority of the users were familiar with the hospital and spatial familiarity decreased the possibility of getting lost. The users found the number of signs sufficient and they had no difficulty in finding the elevators, staircases, main entrance, departments, information desks, and doctors' rooms since they were legible and visible from the circulation system, except for the academic campus. This study suggests that additional signage and you-are-here maps should be integrated into the wayfinding system of the hospital when an expansion has been done to the hospital layout.
Analysis of vegetated building elements to achieve energy efficiency and improve indoor air quality in buildings
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Almuder, Monder M. Hussaien
Due to the increasing global demand for energy and the application of nonenvironment friendly building techniques, there is an ever-growing attention to environmental issues. Although many essential benefits of plants, such as absorbing chemical pollutants in air and regulating temperature are well-known, unfortunately they are still not efficiently integrated in building design. This thesis aims to increase the level of awareness regarding the benefits of vegetated building elements and hence, help to increase their application rates in order to achieve sustainable architecture practices by improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality. As to fulfilling these objectives, firstly an in-depth literature review, to provide a comprehensive guide that identifies the types, benefits, and techniques regarding the application of vegetated building elements was done. Moreover, a questionnaire which targeted academicians and professionals related to the field of architecture and construction in several countries was conducted. With this study, the importance of integrating plants in building elements was emphasized and the motivators and challenges for their applications were determined. It was seen that overall, there is reasonable knowledge of the application process, however, there is still the need to increase the level of awareness regarding the benefits of vegetated building elements, throughout communities. The application of vegetated building elements could significantly increase in future developments, if they were supported and adopted by governmental authorities and decision-makers.
Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) based approach to identity the best fit green building certification system for turkey
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Said, Fatma S.
As one of the most important global issues, the sustainable development goal has been legislated by many countries in order to ensure the compliance of the projects. Thus, ensuring the compliance of projects with the sustainability requirements is considered important for development. In this research, a methodology is introduced based on a strategy to find out the most influential criteria and sub-criteria that shall be considered for the development of a green building certification system for Turkey. The research adopts the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method by identifying the criteria and sub-criteria from the literature, as well as interviewing experts from different background; academicians, consultants and government decision makers. Using criteria and sub-criteria that are considered important according to the green building and sustainability studies, the questionnaire developed by the AHP software (Expert choice 11.5 academic version) is filled by the experts. The final results show that economy (cost) and efficiency are considered the most important criteria for the green building certification system in Turkey, while overall assessment success, registration and certification costs, and adaptability and reliability are the most important sub-criteria. The hypotheses testing show that the current certification systems are unsufficient for Turkey; and also the AHP method is thought to be successful for the assessment of Turkey's green building certification system.
Analyzing the principles of sustainable architecture in vernacular Karaman houses of Northern Cyprus
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Movahendi, Mazdak
It became evident through the study of vernacular structures in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus's (TRNC) Karaman Village, that these structures can serve as a basis for future developments in sustainable architecture, beyond helping to define the general principles of the sustainability in architecture. In a time when the island is looking to expand more structurally, a framework and set of criteria is needed to preserve the vernacular structures already found, but to also improve on the sustainable aspects of these houses. Therefore, the research presented here, through a literature review and in-depth analysis of three different cases studies, outlines the significant qualities of vernacular architecture and shows that these principles can and should be used in today's architectural toolkit in order to create contemporary yet sustainable designs for future buildings and houses in Cyprus. Therefore, this study has assessed the roots of sustainable architecture by analyzing three examples of vernacular structures of the Karaman Village in the TRNC. This is done in order to create a set of principles that will further define sustainable architecture to create a basis for which future designs can be based on iv and be improved on in this region. How vernacular architecture fits into the greater understanding of sustainability is also a byproduct of this study, especially in a way that will assist future designers and builders in understanding the most efficient and sustainable way to transition from traditional housing and building to structures that can be used and improved on in the modern era
Color preferences of children in a waiting room of a hospital
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Efkireen, Ahmad B. Musbah
The aim of this study is to understand the children's color preferences in a waiting room of a hospital and to investigate the effect of gender and culture differences on color preferences in the waiting room. The sample group consists of Turkish and Libyan children between the ages 6-17. A questionnaire was administered to the children in order to understand their color preferences and color preferences in the waiting room of the hospital. An original photograph of the waiting room with three different colored alternatives were shown to the children, and the children were asked to indicate their feelings and the most preferred waiting room according to color. The results indicated that the most preferred waiting room for the Libyan children was the green waiting room while the most preferred waiting room for the Turkish children was the white waiting room. The results of this study can be useful for interior architects, designers and hospital owners who give importance to children color preferences in the waiting rooms to reduce stress and anxiety of the children in a hospital.
Comparative analysis of ottoman palaces in palestine and Turkey with emphasis on ornamentation
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Ahmeida, Gebril Farag
Ornamentations are a significant part of architecture as it provides information about the structure, its builders and its users. In this research, a review of the ornamentation development in the Eastern Mediterranean region from the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Islamic periods is performed, in addition to the specific types of ornamentations in Palestine and Turkey are researched in detail. In order to perform the analysis, a review of symbolism and ornament classification concepts is carried out. Moreover, ornamentations in the Eastern Mediterranean region are rich with affiliations from different civilizations, cultures and communities. Therefore, it is evident from the study that the ornamentations in Palestine and Turkey have been mainly influenced by similar cultural backgrounds, while preserving each country's nature and community. Cases are selected from Turkey and Palestine in which ornamentations are used in four palaces; TopkapiPalace (Istanbul, Turkey), Nemr Palace, Albdulhadi Palace and Toukan Palace (Nablus, Palestine). The results of the analysis show that the styles, classes, types, geometry, and affiliations of ornamentations in both countries have several similarities, while the main differences are found in color, complexity and the impact of the social status.
Criteria for the selection of eco-friendly materials in interior architecture
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Abdelslam, Wesam Awad Ali
Environmentally responsible or sustainable design has become a fundamental issue in the field of Interior Architecture, as well as other disciplines. However, the implementation of sustainability in the practice of Interior Architecture is still limited, especially regarding the selection of eco–friendly materials. In this thesis, in order to achieve a higher level of sustainability in the construction industry, a classification system for the usage of eco-friendly materials in Interior Architecture was developed. The study also includes developed guidelines, derived from the analysis of LEED Green Building Rating System and various studies in literature, regarding choosing eco-friendly materials. The criteria set out and the developed classification system for materials will be benefitted for providing a cleaner and healthier environment. By the use of these guidelines, excessive consumption of natural resources, as well as possible harmful emissions are aimed to be reduced.
Defining the architectural and interior identity: A case study on Ghadames Settlement
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Yedder, Rabeea Taib Mohamed
This research investigates the urban identity and its transformation in the city of Ghadames, Libya. The thesis starts by studying the identity dimensions, which are the physical identity, environmental identity, socio-cultural identity and economic identity. Moreover, the literature provides many elements under each dimension, which are elaborated through the course of this thesis. Furthermore, the case study of Ghadames investigates the identity and its transformation from a theoretical view by applying each of the identity dimensions and its subsidiary elements on the old and new developments of the city. Nonetheless, a gap is identified in the literature about Ghadames's identity especially with regard to the socio-cultural and environmental dimensions, which the research addressed through a field assessment methodology, i.e. inhabitant's questionnaire. The results of the study show that the physical elements were not properly satisfied during the development of the new city in order to maintain the city overall identity. Moreover, out of twenty-one identity elements, it is found that only two elements are compliant with the city's identity, seven elements were incompliant and the rest of the elements are diminishing due to lack of identity empowerment. At the end of the study, recommendations to preserve the identity of Ghadames are summarized.
Designing a contemporary hotel using a heritage interior concept in Cyrene
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Abdulrahman, Naema
The architectural traits, including the interiors, does not only reflect the designer‟s concept, but also the archeological, heritage and modern history of the space. This study establishes contemporary interior designs for a hotel interior with the heritage and archeological contexts of the city of Cyrene in Libya. The main methodology used is developing actual models for the different spaces in the hotel concept including lobby, dining rooms and bed rooms, then customers are asked to provide their assessment on the models in terms of originality, simplicity and other criteria. The research yielded positive results as customers found the designs justified by the archeology and heritage of the city, in addition to finding the design genuine. Moreover, further recommendations were provided at the end of the study for enhanced designs and further explorations on the subject.
Effect of daylight on students' behavior in libraries
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Elibiadi, Mohammed S. R.
Natural lighting is one of the most tried concepts in architecture due to the several psychological and physiological benefits of its utilization on space occupants. Therefore, several studies have shown its positive impacts and superiority to artificial lighting. Moreover, using natural lighting allow owners and facility managers to save up to 40% of the energy used in their buildings. In this research, the perception and impacts of natural lighting is assessed at the library of Çankaya university in Ankara, Turkey. The library has a skylight that allows natural lighting to enter the library during day hours. Through a review of the literature, lighting perception indicators and illuminance measurement techniques are compiled in order to perform a subjective and objective measurement of the lighting in the case space. The library is divided by the researcher into four main zones; A, B, C and D. The findings of the objective illuminance measurement show that cloudy weather reduces the illuminance in the library by 23.1%, while several inadequate illuminances were found in many cases especially in zones A and D. The subjective perception by 120 library users distributed throughout different day periods shows that the lighting perception indicators differed between the different zones. At the end of the study, correlation testing between the subjective perceptions and objective illuminance measurements was performed, which indicated a weak to medium correlation between the two variables.
Effects of illuminance levels of solid state lighting sources on visual comfort
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Avcı, Ayşe Nihan
Lighting systems in interior architecture need to be designed according to the function of the space, user's comfort and needs. In order to see the environment, besides light and reflecting surfaces, desired lighting levels are required for visual comfort. Desired and comfortable lighting levels increase task efficiency. The aim of this study is to research the effects of illuminance levels on user's visual comfort and reading performance. Therefore, with the participation of eighty participants from the department of Interior Architecture of Çankaya University, six lighting scenarios were created with LED and OLED lighting sources that consisted of three different illuminance levels. A reading task was performed in each lighting scenario. The results indicated that the illuminance level of 500 lux was visually more comfortable than the other illuminance levels. Different illuminance levels were found to be more comfortable for different visual comfort criteria. OLED lighting was found visually more comfortable than LED lighting with respect to the visual comfort criteria. In addition, participants read slower under the illuminance level of 800 lux for each lighting source and it was concluded that illuminance levels effect user's visual comfort and reading performance.
Effects on Turkish and Libyan kitchen design with reference to cultural food preparation habits
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Ammari, Abdulbaset Mohamed Faraj
The kitchen has undergone a dramatic evolution of social change in human history, evolving from enclave to a symbol of isolation; from the original fireplace as the only space for living activity to the modern, rational kitchen where women were isolated. However, today's kitchens have evolved to fit the needs of each family member and thus include a variety of functions. However, today's kitchens have evolved to the point where they accommodate every family member and therefore include multiple functions. This thesis aims to understand the dynamics beneath the evolution of kitchen; referring to cultural in two different countries (Turkey, Libya), in order to find out the problems found in using the kitchens so that better designs may be suggested. The literature shows that a kitchen is an important part in a home, which is a busy area, thus demanding a lot of attention in order to be able to get the needed design requirements. While the findings of the thesis are based on the contemporary urban life, it is not known what the future will hold; so suggestions are made to benefit contemporary needs. The case is the interaction between the household, the kitchen design, and the activities in the kitchen. Interviews have been conducted with household members in the studied cases, as well as with key informants. The main areas of study have been the way food is prepared, cooked and stored in the kitchen, and how these activities take place in a mixed situation of tradition and modernity. People have to negotiate and reinterpret spaces in their kitchens and around them in order to meet their needs. Some of the most important outcomes from this research is not to let modernity be disruptive but rather to allow the change from tradition be gradual. The thesis endeavors to blend the two phenomena of tradition and modernity so as to create a balance in design and end with better functioning kitchens.
Indoor environmental quality assessment: a case study in wellness center, Ankara
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Alkhabashi, Abubaker Hassan Ali
Designing for an acceptable indoor environmental quality (IEQ) is essential due to its health impacts on the space users. The assessment of indoor environmental quality can be performed basically by four main parameters; indoor air quality, thermal comfort, lighting comfort and acoustic comfort. In this research, a healthcare center (Medifit Wellness Centre, Ankara, Turkey) is chosen as a case study in order to assess its indoor environmental quality parameters through objective measurements, subjective users' evaluations (physical perception) and architectural characteristics. Initially, the objective data is compared to the international standards and the findings are discussed in detail. In addition, several statistical tests are carried to set forth correlations and relationships of the chosen parameters between objective-subjective and architectural data. The first correlation is established between the objective and subjective data, where a correlation is found between the lighting data in the exercise room. Furthermore, several correlations are also presented between the demographic and space usage data of the participants, and the subjective physical perception and importance assessment of the IEQ parameters in the different spaces. Finally, through ANOVA tests and means comparison, it is concluded that the areas within the case space vary in their indoor environmental quality, as the exercise rooms are found significantly noisier, brighter, cooler and less humid than the treatment rooms.
Markafoni & Trendyol: Interior architectural analysis of corporate identity design in office buildings
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Torgay, Başak
This thesis study examines the relationship between corporate identity and interior space. It was tried to explain what the corporate identity is and how it was examined in the interior space. As discussing the corporate identity and interior space concept, a case study about two different office building is made. This research has been carried out through personal observations, visuals, and interview. Essentially, by mentioning about the general approach to the problem and the aim of the study; the definition, history, and design of the corporate identity are tried to be conveyed in detail. In addition, another important concept, corporate culture, has been introduced in relation to the concept of corporate identity. A relationship between corporate identity and interior space was tried to be established and the importance of identity was emphasized in institutions. In the thesis, office interiors, brand logos, and many thesis and articles related to corporate identity were utilized. The history, the formation, the plan types and the design standards of the office buildings are explained in order that the office buildings to be constructed within the scope of the thesis will be the basis for the interior work. Consequently, at the end of the thesis, the results of the case study are evaluated and it is thought that it may have a guide attribute for the future researches.
The analysis of passive design strategies to provide energy efficiency in residential buildings in Tripoli, Libya
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Aboud, Nesreen
The main aim of this research is to analyze the passive design strategies for residential buildings in Tripoli, the capital of Libya, in order to reduce energy consumption and provide thermal comfort to the users of residential buildings. The stages of the study started by finding out the energy consumption rates in residential buildings in Libya and conducting wide literature studies pertaining to the passive design strategies for effective energy conservation. Firstly, the weather and temperature data collected in Libya. After that, certain passive design strategies for Tripoli - Libya analyzed by using the simulation and analysis program "ECOTECT". By the use of this program, data including the thermal mass, best possible orientation, the loads of heating and cooling in the residential buildings along with direct effects of building materials, significance of window size on the temperature and comfort in the buildings were analyzed, based on the designed 'typical Libyan residential building' model. Moreover, the energy consumption in the model building measured. The results of the project analyzed and methods to enhance the energy performance in residential buildings in Libya found out, in order to provide guidelines to designers in general, and to architects in particular. The results of this study show that the proper orientation of the buildings and the use of insulation materials in suitable proportions can provide a 60% increase in comfort and enhance the interior environmental conditions in enclosed spaces. Finally, evaluation of the thermal comfort level conducted by using the PMV method it found out that the building was providing thermal comfort at a maximum level.
The impact of color in interior design spaces of food courts in shopping malls
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Eldalal, Wisam Ali Sulaiman
The interior design is the place created from all sides and handling the different surfaces within the place that include flooring, ceilings, walls, furniture and accessories which ensure the comfort of users to perform their functions with less effort, high efficiency and affectivity. The importance of the research considers an attempt to verify the extent of touching the psychological effects of colors on visitors and staff of food courts in shopping centers and their benefit from both parties. As well as, this study aims to identify colors which are used in designing the food courts of the shopping centers through local cases in Ankara city and identify them truly to know if they deploy the right colors that are suitable with the psychological and interest of visitors who use these spaces including beneficiaries and staffs. Also, it considers an important step to understand the interior spaces and the psychology of their users. Also, the study aims to collect information and analyze them to extract solutions and suggestions that achieve greater understanding for colors and how to employ them correctly with the spaces that used by them. Moreover, the research used descriptive and analytical approaches by describing and analyzing the colors impact and creating electronic questionnaire to access to different opinions and results in these shopping centers by several shopping centers in Ankara city that frequented by the city population and foreigners. The research concluded to review the more important results and suggested number of recommendations to upgrade the chromatography dimension and improve the using of colors in shopping centers.
University students' preferences for classroom wall colors
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) Farhat, Mahmoud E. Husein
At the present time, all seek to achieve psychological and physical comfort for students at all stages of their education, because most of universities use white color to paint the walls of the classroom. The aim of this study is to analyze the color used in the classroom in terms of preference and other favorite colors of students in the universities, in other words, to understand the usability of the white color within the classrooms. A questionnaire was administered to the student in Çankaya and Atılım universities. The results of the study indicated that the majority of the students do not prefer color used in universities (white) but there are other colors better than it, such as light blue and beige. These colors increase the educational attainment and creativity among students through the positive effects of these colors on the feeling of the students inside the classroom. The study suggests using alternative colors for white to increase student activity and reduce problems caused by colors in the classroom.
User preferences regarding interior vertical gardens
(Çankaya Üniversitesi, 2017) El-Angudi, Ghada M. Mohamed
Landscaping is added to the architectural design of a structure in order to increase its unity with nature, integration with the environment, and create intimate eternal concepts. Therefore, concepts such as vertical gardens and living walls were used since the ancient history in order to add a natural aesthetic effect, as well as providing positive vibe to the external and internal spaces. In this research, the usage and impacts of the vertical garden concepts are examined through a theoretical review of the literature, where many aesthetic, psychological and physiological effects are found. Increasing property value, reducing stress, enhancing indoor air quality and beautifying dull walls, are some of many added values by the vertical gardens. Moreover, the case study of this research evaluated the effects of interior vertical gardens on space users through developing three dimensional computerized models based on an actual space for assessment using environmental appraisal methodologies. The results of the study show that the model with the vertical garden design has a more positive effect on space users, which is significantly different from the model without the vertical garden. Furthermore, using Spearman's rho correlation factors, weak to medium correlations are established between vertical garden perception and gender, age, occupation, cultural background, and space familiarity. In conclusion, there are several positive effects of integrating the vertical garden to the interior space that would encourage architects to integrate them into their designs.

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