Decorative Elements Research Articles

The Omani Mosques and the Mosque Unearthed by the Italian Archaeological Mission at Ẓafār/al-Balīd, in the Dhofar Region

Abstract The article provides a brief overview of the Omani mosques that the Italian archaeologist P.M. Costa classified into two groups in the 1970s based on their floor plans, architectural features, and decorative elements: those from the northern inland regions and those situated along the Indian Ocean coast. A new mosque recently brought to light by the Italian Archaeological Mission to al-Balīd of the University of Naples L’Orientale belongs to this second group.

Penerapan Motif Minangkabau sebagai Elemen Dekoratif pada Keramik Hias dengan Teknik Wax Resist

The development of ceramic craft in West Sumatra reveals significant potential for productive economic sectors due to the abundance of clay. This study focuses on applying Minangkabau motifs as decorative elements on ornamental ceramics using the wax resist technique. The aim is to integrate traditional Minangkabau designs into ceramics, introduce a new decorative technique, and preserve local culture through craftsmanship. The method employed includes five stages of the art consortium: preparation, elaboration, synthesis, realization of the concept, and completion. The result is seven ceramic pieces featuring motifs such as “Pucuak Rabuang” and “Carano Kanso,” utilizing stoneware clay and wax resist techniques to create unique designs while enhancing appreciation for ceramic art and local culture. The implications of this work include improved understanding of ceramics and cultural motifs, as well as encouragement for artisans to incorporate cultural elements into their products. This work is expected to contribute to the development of ceramic craft in West Sumatra and serve as a study resource for art education institutions.

Unpacking the Influence of Visual Density on Pizza Packaging: Sensory Expectations and Purchase Intentions.

Visual density, defined as the number of identifiable elements per unit area within a visual design, significantly influences consumer perceptions. This study investigates the effects of varying visual densities in pizza packaging, encompassing both food-related and decorative elements, on consumers' expectations regarding taste and texture, ultimately influencing their purchase decisions. We conducted a controlled experiment where participants were presented with pizza boxes of differing visual densities. Participants rated their expectations regarding the taste and texture of the pizza, as well as their purchase intentions. Additionally, we measured consumption frequency to evaluate its moderating influence on the observed effects. Results indicate that high-visual-density packaging significantly heightened expectations of taste and texture, independent of the element's nature-whether food-related or decorative. Enhanced sensory expectations fully mediated the relationship between visual density and purchase intentions. Additionally, high consumption frequency amplified the effect of high visual density on sensory expectations and purchase intentions. These findings contribute to sensory marketing theory by highlighting the importance of visual density in packaging design and the role of consumption frequency. They provide practical implications for food packaging strategies aimed at enhancing consumer experience and satisfaction.

The Application of Chinese Traditional Decorative Culture Elements in Interior Design

The Application of Chinese Traditional Decorative Culture Elements in Interior Design

Enhancing work commitment through workplace design: development and prioritization of evaluation criteria in South Korea

ABSTRACT Workplace design elements influence work commitment; however, previous studies broadly categorized these elements, lacking specific practical design information. This study aims to classify workplace design elements that influence work commitment into structural and decorative elements, then further categorize them into top-level factors and sub-items. Using two surveys with employees, this study derived evaluation criteria, resulting in 6 factors and 19 sub-items for structural elements, and 6 factors and 27 sub-items for decorative elements. Subsequently, an additional survey was conducted with employees to prioritize the derived workplace design elements for work commitment. The results indicated that workplaces designed for work commitment should be as follows: first, structural elements should be prioritized over decorative elements. Second, structural elements should be considered in the order of outdoor space perception, scale, functionality, circulation impact, visual impact and aesthetic characteristics. Third, decorative elements should be considered in the order of furniture, colour, material, interior landscaping, personal lighting devices and graphics. This study establishes criteria for workplace design to enhance work commitment and provides valuable insights for improving work commitment through design.

Data Collection for Cultural Heritage Risk Management: the Damage Map through Heritage Building Information Modeling (HBIM) Project Applied to the Façade of St Francis of Assisi, Ouro Preto, Brazil

ABSTRACT The development of precise analytical methodologies, together with the systematic use of verifiable data, aims to raise standards for treatment, risk management, and maintenance programs. This endeavor aims to diminish the frequency of subsequent restoration cycles, thereby positively impacting public spending and fostering the preservation of the authentic characteristics of historical buildings, particularly by mitigating the effects of decay. The Damage Map through Heritage Building Information Modeling (HBIM) project, funded by the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) and Minas Gerais Research Support Foundation (FAPEMIG), both Brazil, aims to establish protocols for risk management in historical buildings, with a focus on decorative stone elements integrated into the construction. For this reason, the stone relief on the façade of the church of St Francis of Assisi in Ouro Preto, Brazil, was chosen as a case study. This paper outlines the data collection methodology applied to study the stone. This approach encompasses historical examinations of restoration cycles, along with preliminary findings derived from extensive fieldwork, conducted by a multidisciplinary team in 2023. It elucidates the data collection stage, employing photography and aerial photogrammetry, ultraviolet fluorescence photography, mobile laser scanning, and thermography. Subsequently, all collected data will be used to construct a diagnostic model within the HBIM.

Ethnofolklore representations in moldovan painting of the 1970s

The article demonstrates that during the 1970s, Moldovan painting focused deeply on rural life and folk traditions, expressing them profoundly. Plastic artists depicted the beauty and authenticity of rural landscapes on canvas, highlighting the close connection between people and nature. Portraits and everyday life scenes brought to the forefront authentic faces and moments experienced by ordinary people. Realism and decorative elements harmoniously intertwined in their creations. Dances and folk traditions were represented in various forms, conveying the energy of traditional events. Folk motifs and symbols underscored Moldova’s cultural and historical identity. Mythology and the legend served as sources of inspiration, bringing forth the metaphorical visions of the artists. Ornamental elements and specific technical principles of Moldovan mural painting emphasized the importance of faith and folklore. Overall, these themes and motifs contributed to shaping an authentic image of Moldovan culture in the painting of the 1970s.

COMBINATION OF MACRAME AND ECO POUNDING WITH COCONUT FIBER DYEING FOR LAMP SHADE

This design is motivated by the use of coconut fiber, which in general the community uses it as fuel and is considered a disturbing waste and causes buildup as coconut production increases. Technological developments and public awareness to return to natural materials will make coconut coir used as a natural dye for fibers (cloth or rope). The use of natural coconut fiber dyes is not widely known even though it has considerable potential to be developed and has a high selling value. The design method used in this design uses the theory of S.P Gustami which consists of 3 stages: namely exploration, design, and embodiment of the work. The exploration stage includes extracting sources of ideas about macrame, eco pounding, lamps and coconut coir. The design stage includes the selection of materials, techniques, and the visual form of the work. The final stage is the embodiment of the work. The final result of this design is in the form of six alternative designs, one of which was chosen to be realized. The realization of the work is in the form of a decorative lampshade on the table which has a function not only as lighting, but also as a decorative element and can beautify a room. This lampshade is presented by applying a combination of macrame and eco pounding techniques which are the novelty of this product. The use of natural coconut coir dyes is one way to preserve the environment.

DOME OF THE SPASO-PREOBRAZHENSKY CHURCH IN POLOTSK (RESEARCH IN 2021)

The Spaso-Preobrazhenskaya сhurch of the Spaso-Efrosinievsky monastery is the most important monument of an-cient Rus’ architecture of the 12th century in Polotsk. The article is devoted to the results of an architectural study of the church in 2021. Then scientists examined the dome of the temple. During the restoration, the plaster from the 18th and 19th centuries was removed. Researchers have discovered traces of decorative and structural elements of the ancient church. Fragments of the decorative decoration of the Spaso-Preobrazhenskaya сhurch changed our understanding of the architectural style and appearance of the temple. Researchers have discovered architectural details never before known on the architectural monuments of ancient Polotsk. Some elements have analogues in other architectural and construction traditions of the 12th century: pavement, arcature belt, fresco painting, etc.

Development of preferred sizes for building-integrated lighting units (BILUs)

Building-Integrated Lighting Unit (BILU) is a new type of LED lighting product that is organically integrated with building elements and components. To promote the digital design, standardized production, and assembly construction of new lighting forms, it is necessary to establish Preferred Sizes (PSs) of BILU that are coordinated with building modules. With the aim of reduction in quantity and strength in universality, PSs were selected from BILU modular arrays in this paper. Based on the preliminary survey, a set of target sizes involving building, furniture, and home decoration elements was established to cover all application scenarios of PSs. Through a traversal search of feasible splicing methods of all PSs, the distribution of alternative PSs was analyzed with their universality quantified. Then, multidimensional metrics of alternative PSs were established, including the average feasible scheme proportion and feasible PS proportion of Line-BILU, as well as the feasible coverage-rate proportion and average coverage rate of Surface-BILU. A weighted Euclidean distance method was applied in the multi-criterion decision-making, realizing a quantitative optimization of PSs in multiple scenarios and under multiple objectives. A total of nineteen Line-BILU preferred sizes and sixty-five Surface-BILU preferred sizes were finally obtained, with their feasibility and advantages validated based on existing modular coordination standards and actual lighting project examples. These results can provide data support for establishing product specifications and design standards of BILUs, promote building industrialization from the lighting perspective, and stimulate the sustainable construction of architectural lighting.

Design And Build A Mobile-Based Calligraphy And Inscription Order Customize Application With The Waterfall Method Using Fabric JS

Mobile-based apps have become one of the most important aspects of daily life and even for spiritual and aesthetic purposes such as ordering calligraphy and inscriptions. This also had an impact on the Inscription Blessing Shop. In recent years, the demand for personalized calligraphy and inscriptions has increased significantly. However, this store experienced problems in the ordering process. The process of ordering calligraphy and inscriptions is often still done conventionally, where consumers have to come to the store to place an order which may take a long time and is inefficient. To overcome these obstacles, an effective and efficient system is needed by designing and building a mobile-based booking application. This application will be designed using the waterfall development method by utilizing Fabric JS technology as an interface design. The results of this study were obtained that a mobile-based application called the Blessing Inscription Application was formed which can order inscriptions and other carvings anywhere and anytime. The app can allow users to select different types of calligraphy fonts, set layouts, and add decorative elements. This research is expected to make a significant contribution in facilitating users' creativity and enriching their experience in designing and sharing calligraphy works and digital inscriptions.

Assessment of Ornamentation as a Cultural Identity of Mosques in Lagos State, Nigeria

Nigeria's distinctive indigenous architecture is influenced by many historical traditions. The mosque, as the community's principal place of prayer, stands out as a unique architectural style. This research aims to investigate and evaluate the role of ornamentation in mosques throughout Lagos State as a significant element of cultural identity. By analyzing the intricate decorative elements, this study illustrates the various cultural influences shaping these sacred spaces. Focusing on select mosques in Lagos, this work highlights the architectural evolution and its contribution to defining cultural identity in the region.

Green Corridors and Social Connectivity with a Sustainable Approach in the City of Cuzco in Peru

The present research aims to propose the design of a green corridor with a systemic/sustainable approach to function as an ecological lung for the city of Cuzco. A lack of planning has resulted in uncontrolled urban development, with a shortage of green areas, negatively affecting the quality of life. Green corridors stand out as solutions that encourage social interaction and improve public health. This approach recognizes the need for balanced resource management and institutional, economic and social organization. In the specific case of Cusco, the lack of social interaction highlights the importance of addressing these challenges to improve the quality of life for both residents and visitors. The methods developed were an extensive literature review, urban analysis and climate analysis, applying sustainability strategies supported by digital tools (Google Earth, Climate Consultant 6.0, Autocad, SketchUp and 3d Sun Path). As a result, this proposal presents green areas covering 69.96% of the total area, aimed at providing recreational spaces and connecting residents and visitors with nature. Additionally, biolakes were designed, accounting for 3.18% of the area, serving as ornamental elements and contributing to the environmental quality of the urban environment. The botanical zone, encompassing 18.14% of the project, was designed to accommodate a diverse range of plant species, providing an educational and aesthetic environment. The convention area, representing 9.7% of the total area, was designed to host events and community activities, promoting social and cultural interaction. Finally, 0.98% of the space was allocated to the cultural zone, where artistic exhibitions, cultural events, and related activities can be planned, enriching the cultural and social life of the community. These percentages reflect careful consideration of the needs and aspirations of the population, as well as a comprehensive approach to sustainable urban design and the creation of multifunctional spaces. In conclusion, through a green corridor, the aim is to counteract uncontrolled urban expansion and environmental degradation by generating a green lung in the city of Cuzco, naturally regulating the climate and contributing to air and water purification. The absence of green corridors and sustainable approaches to social connectivity in Cusco could reduce the quality of life of residents, affecting their physical and mental health. The lack of green and recreational spaces could increase segregation and alienation in the community, weakening social cohesion. Without green corridors, the city would also face environmental and biodiversity challenges, as well as a reduced ability to respond to extreme weather events. The lack of implementation of these strategies could compromise comprehensive development and quality of life in Cuzco.

A Study on the Color Prediction of Ancient Chinese Architecture Paintings Based on a Digital Color Camera and the Color Design System

Color paintings such as painted facades and interiors are important decoration elements of ancient Chinese architectures. The color of the paintings usually fades over time due to exposure to strong light, high humidity, high temperatures, and other environmental factors. In order to restore or reproduce the color appearance of ancient architecture paintings correctly, it was necessary to study the color degradation process of such paintings. To meet the needs of on-site colorimetric measurement of the paintings on ancient Chinese architectures, we propose using a digital color camera and the CDS (Color Design System) to measure and evaluate the colors of such paintings. The CDS is a color order system recommended by the Chinese national technical committee for color standardization (SAC/TC 120) in 2017 (GB/Z 35473-2017). The current version of the CDS atlas contains about 2740 samples which were uniformly distributed on the whole color space, and can be used to set up the colorimetric characterization model for the digital camera. Particularly, the digital CDS lookup table contains over 400 thousand samples, and it can be used to express the color of paintings on ancient Chinese architectures. In the experiment, a digital color camera was used to capture the colors of the paintings on the ancient Chinese architectures of different years based on the CDS and polynomial transform method. Moreover, a linear interpolation method was proposed for calculating and predicting the color degradation of such paintings. The experimental results show that with the increase in years, the color hue of the paintings changes slowly, while the lightness and the chroma of them fade obviously. In the future, more ancient architectures of different years and from different places should be selected as experimental samples to improve the method and the results of the paper.

Sustainable Living: Young Adults Prolonging the Material Life Cycle of Objects Through the Appreciation of Used Furniture, Interiors, and Building Design

AbstractYoung adults acquire furniture from retail stores, second-hand shops, flea markets, and online marketplaces; they also inherit items from family members. While scholars have focused on consumers who acquire second-hand objects and appreciate inherited furniture, limited attention has been paid to the meanings of second-hand and inherited objects as elements of sustainable home interior decoration. Based on qualitative data, we analyze how young adults living in three northern European cities value used interior-decoration objects and how this enhances sustainable ways of using goods. Our study shows that young people appreciate architectural structures and interior-design aesthetics as well as inherited and recycled items in their homemaking. The building and home-decor style of the era shape the way consumers acquire used interior-design materials and objects. Moreover, young adults engage with inherited and purchased second-hand furniture by incorporating narratives about social ties during their acquisition. The durability of materials is valued in both inherited and second-hand furniture. Thus, young adults prolong the life spans of home-decor items, and they contribute to a sustainable, low-speed circular economy linked to homemaking.

Openwork clasp from the Abakumlevo hoard of the 5th Century AD (Vladimir Region): technology and archaeological context

The article considers a round openwork clasp from a hoard of ornaments of the Volga-Finnish women’s attire found in 2021 in the village of Abakumlevo 3 (Suzdal District of Vladimir Region). Currently, the clasp as the entire complex of hoard items is not a typical find on the territory of Suzdal Opolye. The authors conducted a technological analysis of the ornament and made a review of items similar in appearance from the Volga-Finnish sites. The features of the formation of a wax model were studied and the composition of the metal in the clasp was determined. The review of openwork clasps with a similar design and individual ornamental elements showed that the formation of the appearance of the clasp from the Abakumlevo Hoard dates back to the late 4th – early 5th century AD, and all structural elements find analogies, first of all, in the ornamentation of the Ryazan-Oka archaeological culture. Breast clasps recorded to the north and northeast of the main area of the above culture can be considered as markers of the migration directions of the Middle Oka region’s population, actively influencing the surrounding Volga-Finnish population related to the former.

Comparative Assessment of Asartepe/Konya Hellenistic Period Settlement and Contemporary Urban Fabric

The village of Yeniceköy (Amblada), located in the Seydişehir/Konya provience, has a history dating back approximatelyten tousand years. It is estimated that the nearby city of Ververit has a history older than Çatalhöyük. The remains ofthe city wall, found to the east of Asartepe, are from the Hellenistic Period and indicate the presence of a large templein that era. Additionally, the wide plain to the west of Asartepe, referred to as the marketplace by the villagers, isbelieved to have been the city's agora during the Hellenistic period. Interaction between the ancient settlement andthe current one is observed, with many building materials from the ancient period being used in current buildings.Many of these materials contain decorative elements and embellishments from the Hellenistic period. Historicalresearch has been conducted on this region, which holds significant cultural depth, comparing the settlement fromancient times to the present day. Evaluations have been made considering the relationship between a Hellenisticperiod city and a modern city, with a focus on urban conservation.

Improvement of <i>in vitro</i> shoot regeneration and flowering from petal explants of <i>Begonia X hiemalis</i> fotsch

Begonias hold significant importance due to their use as culinary plants, medicinal remedies, decorative elements, and high-value crops. This research aims to find new explant materials for regeneration shoots and direct flowering with high frequency. In this study, high-frequency shoot regeneration and in vitro flowering from petal explants of Begonia x hiemalis Fotsch were achieved. Whole petal explants disinfected with an AgNPs solution at 0.5 g/L for 15 min achieved the highest survival rate. The highest shoot regeneration rate reached 86.66%, with 65.33 shoots/explant from ½-petal explants. Direct formation of the flower consists of two different structural forms, including single petal clusters and complete flower buds, with the corresponding flower formation rates of 19.66 petals/explant; 0.53 flower buds/explant, respectively, at the keel of the petals on the MS medium supplemented with 1000 mg/L myo-inositol, 1.0 mg/L BA, 1.0 mg/L NAA, 30 g/L sucrose and 9.0 g/L agar. Interestingly, increasing the concentration of myo-inositol in the culture medium led to the appearance of red-leaf shoots at the highest rate (12.66 shoots/explant), reaching a maximum shoot height of 1.40 cm after 8 weeks of culture. After each subculture, the red color on leaves tended to decrease gradually, and they were in vitro flowered after the second subculture at a rate of 15% and the third subculture at a rate of 10% on medium supplemented with 40 mg/L adenine, 1.0 mg/L NAA, 1.0 mg/L BA, 30 g/L sucrose, 9 g/L agar and 1 g/L activated charcoal. The plantlets regenerated from petal cultures bloomed with standard red pigments, similar to those grown in natural growing conditions.

동아시아와 서유럽 게스트하우스의 에스닉 스타일 디자인 표현 요소 연구

This study aims to analyze the characteristics of ethnic style design elements applied to the bedrooms of guesthouses in East Asia and Western Europe, comparing their similarities and differences. First, the research investigates how ethnic styles are expressed in the bedroom interiors of guesthouses and establishes a case analysis framework. Second, using online platforms such as Booking.com and Tripadvisor.com, eight guesthouses were selected for analysis: two each from China and Korea in East Asia, and two each from France and Italy in Western Europe. Third, the selected cases were analyzed using the framework, focusing on key design elements including architectural elements, colors, materials, furniture, and decorative elements. The findings reveal distinct regional styles and emphasize the specific characteristics of design elements used to express ethnic styles in guesthouse bedrooms.

Structure and decoration of the Manuscript “Vinets Khrystov” by Antonii Radyvylovskyi from the Vernadskyi National Library of Ukraine

The paper presents the Cyrillic XVII-century manuscript “Vinets Khrystov”, comprising Baroque sermons by the prominent Ukrainian preacher Antonii Radyvylovskyi. Special attention is paid to the decorative elements employed for illuminating and structuring the content of the codex, which serves as the model for the namesake edition published in Kyiv in 1688. The study demonstrates that the embellishments of “Vinets” are an integral part of the manuscript, often correlating with its textual part. Initials, headpieces, and tailpieces, as well as the title composition in “Vinets Khrystov”, can be employed to purely decorate and meaningfully illustrate the monument.