Abstract
The view from the window is an important parameter of living comfort. Previous studies have defined several important characteristics of views, but there are very few studies that addressed window views in dense urban environments and their influence on the perceptual elements of the view. The scope of the study was to define the influence of design elements in window views that can trigger negative reactions from viewers. In our study the questionnaire survey was used as a method for obtaining the research data. A group of architecture students who participated as respondents selected different reactions to views and reasons for such responses. Only the window views that received poor responses were further investigated. The results were statistically analyzed according to the most frequent responses and the variability of responses. The homogeneity of the groups of responses as well as the groups of reasons was tested using the Fischer-Snedercor test. The analysis showed that the negative response to a window view depends not only on the short distance between the buildings, but also on the visual aesthetics, especially the composition quality, the surface characteristics and the maintenance of the observed building. The results show that interventions, especially natural elements such as vegetation, can increase the dynamics of the window view.
Highlights
Ensuring visual access to the outside world is essential for human well-being
The study of the perception of different window views takes into account the principles of sustainable design and the principles that show that the design of façade elements is a problem of architecture, and affects other fields such as construction and urban planning
Urban densification naturally follows the principles of the concepts of compact cities, in which density is one of the most important planning issues that can regularly lead to all kinds of misunderstandings and tensions, but is an essential driver for our urban future
Summary
Ensuring visual access to the outside world is essential for human well-being. Windows brings natural light indoors and provide a link to aesthetic and natural elements outdoors [1]. People generally prefer positions in rooms with a window view. If they have a choice between an office with or without windows, they will choose an office with a window view [2,3]. People in a restaurant will choose a table near a window and a more expensive hotel room with a nice view [4]. What features of the window view can attract or disturb people?
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