(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2009) von Wiedersperg, Carolina Sophie; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Maire O'Neill; Thomas McNab (co-chair)
The purpose of this thesis is to find architectural solutions which apply the theoretical findings centered around the biophilia hypothesis. The principles resulting from this investigation should help architecture to soften the separated conditions of the natural and the man-made environment. The application of these principles will then result in the design development of an Art in Nature Habitat in Kyoto, Japan.
(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Arts & Architecture, 2009) Lueth, Marit Lee; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Maire O'Neill
This thesis suggests redirecting our attention to our immediate, palpable natural environment in an effort to re-establish an attachment to place through a better understanding of the unique qualities of our natural surroundings. It acknowledges that a better understanding of the natural environment, the one outside one's backdoor, is gained through first-hand experience and discovery and when provided with the opportunity to engage in primary experience of our natural places there exists the potential for improved understanding and emotional involvement in place.
