Abstract
Parks, as one of the most important environments, are in many cases discussed only in terms of functional quality. The effects of the physical features, the characteristics of the natural elements, and the aspects of visual perception have been less studied in terms of the users’ mental relaxation. This study aims to evaluate the effects of environmental and mental relaxation components in architecture and the use of natural elements in Konya Kyoto Park. The main concern of the study is to gain a deeper insight into the experience of park users compared to the existing literature dealing with park experiences. What underscores the need for this research is the current disconnect among humans, nature, and the physical environment. The method used is descriptive and analytical, by means of a survey. The survey questions were divided into 3 components: physical, cognitive, and behavioral impacts. The users of Konya Kyoto Park were selected as the research population. Additionally, semi-structured interviews were conducted. The results showed that the different areas of the park lead to restful experiences and provide mental and affective relaxation to visitors by offering views, perspectives, and various functions that allow them to spend leisure time and be in nature.
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