Design Professionals Research Articles

Big data and urban form: a systematic review

The study of urban form as a central interest of architects, planners, and urban designers has faced various challenges over time, affecting the representation of this topic in the research, educational, and practical arenas. Recently, with the actualization of big data, the study of urban form is going under change as well, where these technological advancements present both the great potential for urban form analysis, understanding, modelling, simulation, and even imagination, and a challenge for the profession of architecture and urbanism itself, which must come to grips with the growing field of big data research. This paper delves into the significance of urban form as a composition of the ground plan (streets, blocks, plots, and buildings), building fabric, land and building utilization, and social structure, explicitly emphasizing unfolding the complexities concerning big data. The central method used in the research is the systematic literature review applied to investigate the interrelation between urban form and big data. The research follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) protocol by systematizing recent research from the Web of Science (WOS) database. The paper aims to structure knowledge into a coherent framework, reveal relationships and patterns, create a valuable classification for future research, and identify gaps within the research field. The main results should contribute to painting the overall picture of the research landscape on big data and urban form.

Mapping the Terrain: Strategies for Building Effective University Financial Planning Programs

ABSTRACTThis paper explores factors influencing the success of financial planning programs in higher education. It can be used as a guide in the development of a financial planning program. Using a mixed methods approach, the study combines a comprehensive survey of past and present CFP‐Board registered program directors and in‐depth qualitative insights from the authors' own experiences. The survey encompasses demographics, competition participation, job placement, and perceived administrative support. Key elements of a successful program such as curriculum design, student engagement activities, diversity initiatives, faculty recruitment, and institutional support are discussed. Experiential learning opportunities, outreach efforts for diverse talent, and networking events emerge as critical factors in a successful program. Insights from program directors emphasize the importance of ongoing curriculum development aligned with professional trends, interdisciplinary perspectives, and real‐world case studies. Challenges include resource constraints and faculty staffing. The findings offer insights for program directors, faculty, students, administrators, and other professional designation programs to enhance program quality, diversity, and impact, serving the needs of students and the broader community. The findings provide an outline for other professional programs (i.e., CFA or CPA) in how to design, implement, and run a successful program.

A biomechanics-oriented study on the impact of AIGC on user interaction and ergonomics in visual communication design

This study investigates the biomechanical implications and ergonomic impacts of AI-generated content (AIGC) integration in visual communication design workflows. Through a comprehensive analysis of 23 professional designers in Chengdu, China, we examined the physical stress patterns, user interaction dynamics, and overall ergonomic outcomes when transitioning from traditional to AIGC-assisted design processes. The research employed a mixed-method approach combining quantitative biomechanical measurements with qualitative user experience assessments over 12 weeks. Results revealed significant reductions in muscle activity across key muscle groups, with the upper trapezius showing the most significant decrease (−3.6% MVC, p < 0.001) during AIGC-assisted tasks. This change in muscle activity can be further linked to alterations in the body's postural stability and load distribution, which are core considerations in biomechanics. Movement efficiency metrics, which are inherently related to biomechanical performance, demonstrated a 27.9% reduction in task completion time (p < 0.001) and a 33.3% decrease in design iterations. Quality assessment scores improved across all dimensions, with Creative Innovation showing the highest enhancement (+1.8 points, p < 0.001). User satisfaction metrics indicated significant improvements, with consistent gains of 1.1 points (on a 5-point scale) across all measured dimensions (p < 0.001). Notably, the study identified distinct adaptation patterns between novice and experienced users in terms of their biomechanical responses. Experienced users demonstrated significantly faster response times in AIGC prompt input (8.94 ± 1.87 s vs 18.62 ± 3.15 s, p < 0.001), which can be associated with differences in their neuromuscular coordination and motor learning abilities. While AIGC integration initially increased certain types of errors (+51.2% in input errors), it led to substantial reductions in tool misuse (−40.4%) and design revisions (−39.9%). These findings suggest that AIGC integration can significantly reduce physical stress while improving design efficiency and quality outcomes, all of which are intertwined with the biomechanical functioning of the body during the design process. The research provides evidence-based recommendations for optimizing AIGC implementation in professional design workflows, taking into account the biomechanical and ergonomic factors that contribute to the overall well-being and creative productivity. This study has important implications for software development, workplace health policies, and the future direction of AI-assisted creative work, as it highlights the significance of considering biomechanics in the integration of advanced technologies within creative domains.

Affective Pedagogy and Emotional Intelligence in Online Learning: Enhancing Teacher-Student Relationships

Emotional intelligence (EI) significantly influences teacher-student relationships and learning outcomes in online educational settings. This study examines the role of EI in shaping interactions, engagement, and performance through a review of literature and a quantitative approach. Data collection involved surveys and interviews with online educators (N = 200) and students (N = 300). Quantitative analysis utilized Pearson correlation and multiple regression to explore the relationships between EI, teaching effectiveness, and student engagement. Findings revealed a strong positive correlation between teacher EI and teaching effectiveness (r = 0.72, p < 0.001), suggesting that emotionally intelligent teachers are better equipped to foster engagement and satisfaction among students. Similarly, student EI strongly correlated with engagement (r = 0.80, p < 0.01), indicating that emotionally intelligent students are more active in online learning. Regression analysis showed that teacher EI accounted for 52% of the variance in teaching effectiveness (β = 0.45, p < 0.01), while student EI explained 42% of the variance in engagement (β = 0.38, p < 0.01). Qualitative interviews underscored these findings, emphasizing the importance of empathy, emotional support, and self-regulation in creating positive learning environments. The study concludes that integrating EI training into teacher professional development and online curriculum design is crucial for improving relationships and learning outcomes. These strategies aim to cultivate empathy, self-awareness, and emotional support among educators and learners, enhancing engagement and educational success in online environments.

Challenges to the implementation of design for adaptability among design professionals in Ghana

PurposeThe increase in waste and carbon emissions from the construction industry continues to fester although sustainable design approaches such as designing for adaptability (DfA) have been approved as a viable option to minimize construction waste and greenhouse gases while providing cost savings on building projects. This paper examines the views of design professionals on the challenges to implementing DfA in the Ghanaian construction industry (GCI).Design/methodology/approachA critical comparative review of the related literature was conducted on the international challenges to implementing adaptability. After the review, 16 challenges were identified and used as the basis of the questionnaire survey in the Ghanaian context. By using a quantitative approach, a close-ended structured questionnaire was used to seek the views of 236 design professionals operating in the GCI regarding these factors. Data retrieved were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.FindingsThe findings revealed the key challenges to implementing DfA among design professionals in Ghana to include “limited funding for adaptable buildings”, “lack of collaboration between design professionals, contractors and clients towards the realization of adaptable buildings”, “limited demand for adaptable buildings” and “lack of education and training programs on design for adaptability practices”.Originality/valueThe novelty or originality of this study lies in its focus on the GCI, an area where the concept of DfA has rarely been examined in practice despite its recognized potential benefits in reducing waste and emissions. The study offers a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted challenges faced by design professionals in Ghana. This level of detail is crucial for devising targeted strategies to promote DfA in the region.

Beyond the Building Code: A Forensic Approach to Construction Defect Evaluation Utilizing the Construction Variance Evaluation Methodology

The applicable building code provides prescriptive specifications that allow construction of the built environment without the need for design professionals to dictate every aspect of every project; however, the building code does not consider all available materials, designs, and/or methods of construction — nor does it consider possible alternatives or construction variances. Since there is more than one way to accomplish a goal, a forensic investigation should consider the intent and purpose of a prescriptive specification (i.e., the desired performance) in order to determine whether an as-built construction variance is capable of accomplishing the same without adversely affecting a structure. This paper will explore the installation of cement plaster veneer and manufactured window assemblies to demonstrate how construction variances can still meet the intent and purpose of applicable prescriptive specifications. As a result, a true forensic approach to construction defect evaluation should not blindly follow prescriptive specifications. Instead, it should employ engineering analysis and a practical method such as the construction variance evaluation methodology (CVEM) to consider the performance aspects of construction variances before concluding that such variances are construction defects.

Designing is Mining: Historicizing Material Ecologies of Design

Abstract The modern design profession is often considered a product of the Industrial Revolution's division of labor, which separated the ideation of artifacts from their execution. As part of the same legacy, where industrial manufacturing—as a system—was premised on the exploitation of extractive materials and fossil fuels, designers are natural-born miners. Designing entails crucial decisions on which and how much materials to mine, blast, drill, excavate, or fell. This article argues for an expanded view of the subject matter and the methods of design history, as designing with, designing without, and designing out extractive materials are crucial parameters in both the history and the future of the human-built world.

El proceso de creación de la Biblioteca Interseccional de Imágenes Uruguayas

This article discusses methodological aspects and reflections on a project that is currently being developed: The creation of the Intersectional Library of Uruguayan Images, a bank of images featuring non-hegemonic characters. One of the library’s goals is to serve as a public resource for architecture and design professionals. The research question arises from the automatic and uncritical use of corporalities and poses that conform to representations based on stereotypes and imported images. The question is far from being solved with new technologies. It includes biases and automatic assumptions that need to be made visible by focusing on the production of meaning, considering that certain sectors of society are currently excluded from all visual representation in significant spaces of public life. The study incorporates surveys and analyses of the digital platforms most commonly used by design professionals in Uruguay, considering gender, generation, rights-based, and diversity perspectives to detect and overcome the problem. The work team comprises teachers and students from the Faculty of Architecture, Design, and Urbanism of Udelar. The images for the repository are produced using participatory design methodologies, with the essential contribution of activists and social groups.

Practices and Strategies in Responsive Thematic Map Design: A Report from Design Workshops with Experts.

This paper discusses challenges and design strategies in responsive design for thematic maps in information visualization. Thematic maps pose a number of unique challenges for responsiveness, such as inflexible aspect ratios that do not easily adapt to varying screen dimensions, or densely clustered visual elements in urban areas becoming illegible at smaller scales. However, design guidance on how to best address these issues is currently lacking. We conducted design sessions with eight professional designers and developers of web-based thematic maps for information visualization. Participants were asked to redesign a given map for various screen sizes and aspect ratios and to describe their reasoning for when and how they adapted the design. We report general observations of practitioners' motivations, decision-making processes, and personal design frameworks. We then derive seven challenges commonly encountered in responsive maps, and 17 strategies to address them, such as repositioning elements, segmenting the map, or using alternative visualizations. We compile these challenges and strategies into an illustrated cheat sheet targeted at anyone designing or learning to design responsive maps. The cheat sheet is available online: responsive-vis.github.io/map-cheat-sheet.

تأثير تضاريس الأرض على الهندسة المعمارية للمناظر الطبيعية من خلال منظورات متعددة الأوجه

This research focuses on the different relationship between land topography and landscape architecture, examining how natural terrain influences design decisions, spatial organization, and overall landscape quality. The study evaluates the effectiveness of topographic analysis techniques and their implications for the practice and education of landscape architecture. Findings indicate that land topography significantly shapes design processes and outcomes, highlighting the importance of integrating topographic considerations into landscape architecture practice. Practical recommendations are offered to enhance the integration of land topography into design practice, with a focus on contextually sensitive approaches and sustainable landscape practices. Furthermore, the research identifies challenges and opportunities in landscape architecture education related to the incorporation of topographic analysis. The research aims to contribute to the creation of resilient and harmonious landscapes that enrich human experience and support ecological integrity, thereby fostering a culture of innovation within the landscape architecture profession. Keywords: Landscape architecture. Land topography. Design decisions. Sustainability

Impact of Studio Spaces on the Academic Performance of Architecture Students: A Case of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)

Due to the peculiarity of the architecture profession, architecture students usually work within environments that require specific spaces to function within design studios. Adequate spaces within a studio environment consist of drawing boards, sitting stools, drawers/lockers where drawings and other instruments are kept, and ample circulation space. The aim of this study was to investigate if the spaces provided for in architecture studios are adequate, based on the number of students per studio, and if these spaces are adequate, whether they have positive or negative impacts on the academic performance of the architecture students. The methodology involved gathering data on final year students’ academic performance for three different sessions involving three different studio spaces on ARC 501 (Advanced Architectural Design), which is a core course and the final design course of final year students before graduating with a bachelor’s degree from the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Nigeria. Findings from the study revealed that with the increase in the floor area of the studio spaces per student, there was no significant increase in their academic performance; rather, there was a gradual decline in the students’ academic performance. This study has proven that studio spaces may not have corresponding positive effects on the academic performance of architecture students, but rather have somewhat negative effects, and probably there are other factors not considered in this study that may be responsible for better academic performance of architecture students in universities besides spacious studio spaces. The study also found that while small studio spaces tend towards better academic performance, large studio spaces tend towards low academic performance in architecture design courses.

A Narrative of Modern Built Space in Cyprus: Abdullah Onar s Critical Practice

The article is aimed at presenting a perspective towards Turkish Cypriot architect Abdullah Onar’s design activity and specifically his own house. Both his built and unbuilt projects can be seen as remarkable specimens for the critical approaches towards modern architecture, where he is assumed to build a modern life for his clients. The main argument of the text is constituted on the idea that with the postcolonial era, modern architecture was questioned and adapted to the local conditions in Onar’s practice by making the place-identity visible. The key question contemplated on covers how it sometimes became a tool for reflecting the current context and part of the struggle to make architectural profession visible in the Turkish community; and by this means, had a possible undertone of becoming a contemporary nation. At this very point, the study tries to understand the role of his own house in the historical narrative of modern built space on the island. The Onar house, which was executed between 1962-63, is one of the experimental examples in which Onar’s characteristic architectural elements were formulated holistically, to serve as a model for later works. Seen on the historical threshold of the period, the house is critically analyzed via the concept of place-identity, possible connotations it uncovers as the representation of the self and the dichotomy between the local and the modern. The formal architectural elements and spaces that comprise an extension of the cultural past are featured in the architect’s own house in such a way that they are critiqued and redefined in a contemporary context, making the building a notable example of his critical practice.

Designing for the Future: The Relationship Between the Interior Design Profession and Sustainable Development Goals

Interior architecture has the potential to create social benefits by designing spaces that affect people's quality of life. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer a framework to comprehend the profession's social and environmental responsibilities, and develop strategic approaches. This study aims to assess how the social impact of interior design aligns with the SDGs, offering an opportunity to explore the relation between discipline and sustainability in a comprehensive manner, considering both environmental and social dimensions. The profession's relations and contribution to the goals was evaluated through a review of current literature. To this end, the year 2015, when the Sustainable Development Goals were adopted, was chosen as the starting point and a bibliometric analysis of studies in the Web of Science database between 2015 and 2023 was carried out. In addition to the analysis function of the WOS database, the bibliometric analysis program Vosviewer was used for data analysis. The results of the analysis show that interior design has a strong relationship with goals such as Climate Action (SDG 13), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3), and Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7). However, the relationships between Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5) and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10) are not yet at a sufficient level. The findings indicate that interior architecture has the potential to fulfill its social responsibility by supporting the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, in order to foster a more inclusive relationship with the SDGs, Interior Architecture needs to evolve. It is expected that this will enable to create new perspectives and methodologies, both in professional practice and in the academic literature.

“We haven’t agreed on that, and you’ll never get people to agree on that.” Contestation within the Canadian sport coaching professional project

Drawing on the findings from a larger institutional ethnographic study exploring gender, work, and professionalization in sport coaching in the Canadian university sport system, this paper brings to light the contested nature of the sport coaching professional project in Canada. We specifically focus on the efforts of the Coaching Association of Canada to advance its Chartered Professional Coach designation as the preeminent coaching credential and mechanism by which to progress its vision of the sport coaching professional project. However, key findings demonstrate that the Coaching Association of Canada and Chartered Professional Coach are met by university sport practitioners with an ambivalence that complicates, if not works against, the Coaching Association of Canada's efforts to professionalize sport coaching. This paper concludes by focusing on how the intraprofessional tensions within the sport coaching professional project, specifically the ambivalence around the Chartered Professional Coach, add to the challenges faced by women sport coaches in Canadian university sport.

METHODOLOGY FOR THE APPLICATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREATIVITY OF FUTURE DESIGNERS IN THE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

The article presents a methodology for applying artificial intelligence technologies to stimulate the creative thinking of future designers during their professional training. The authors highlight the significance of fostering creativity among designers, emphasizing that creative thinking and original solutions are essential for developing innovative design products. Simultaneously, the researchers indicate that artificial intelligence technologies present a vast array of possibilities for fostering the creative potential of the individual, enabling the generation of novel ideas, rapid analysis of vast quantities of information, and the modeling of groundbreaking design solutions. The objective of this article is to examine the utilisation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the stimulation of creative thinking among prospective designers throughout their professional training. To achieve this objective, the authors elucidate the essence and significance of creativity as a pivotal competency for contemporary designers, examine the potential of AI technologies employed in design activities to enhance creative thinking among professionals, and justify methodological approaches to integrating AI tools into the professional training of designers to cultivate their creative abilities. In the course of the study, the authors undertake a detailed examination of the features of utilising the capabilities of the DALL-E neural network, with a view to generating original creative ideas, creating visualisations of concepts, and accelerating the sketching process. The authors examine the incorporation of the GPT-3 language model with the objective of automating the collection of requisite textual data and enhancing interaction with prospective customers throughout the project development phase. Based on the findings of the study, specific recommendations for the integration of AI tools are put forth with the aim of optimizing the educational process of future design professionals, increasing its interactivity and effectiveness. The potential for organizing creative student competitions, collective brainstorming sessions, and scientific experiments using AI is discussed. The authors demonstrate that the implementation of the proposed approaches will contribute to the training of a new generation of designers who are equipped to effectively compete in the modern creative labor market. The study demonstrates that the incorporation of artificial intelligence technologies to enhance the quality of training for future design professionals is a promising avenue for exploration. The integration of AI tools presents novel opportunities for fostering creativity, advancing professional competencies, and enhancing the competitiveness of future designers.

Differentiated E-Module Based on Problem-Based Learning: Natural Science Subject

Finding out whether PBL-based differentiated e-modules are feasible, practical, and effective are the three main objectives of this project. This study uses the ADDIE paradigm (Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate) in conjunction with the Research and Development (R&D) technique. Thirty seventh-grade earth and solar system students served as the study's subjects. In addition to phases of individual trials, small group trials, and field trials, this study included validation tests conducted by professionals in media, instructional design, and materials. The study's findings revealed: In the Very Feasible category, Material Experts scored 85.09, while Learning Design Experts scored 92.87. Extremely feasible Experts in Media Design scored 89.44 in the category of Very Feasible. Field trials scored 87.29 in the Very Feasible category, small group trials scored 87.30, and individual trials scored 87.27 in the Very Feasible category. At a significance threshold of α = 0.05, the computation yielded tcount = 4.256 and ttable = 1.67, indicating that tcount > ttable. These findings indicate that, at a significance level of 5%, there is a substantial difference between the learning outcomes of the students in the experimental and control classes, with H0 being rejected and Ha being accepted. According to the efficacy test's computation, According to the data, students who get instruction using PBL-based differentiated E-modules achieve better learning outcomes than those who receive printed books (81.25% > 73.33%). Therefore, it can be said that the Science on Earth and Solar System class VII PBL-based differentiated E-modules at SMP N 43 Medan are superior to using printed books.

Mitigation Strategies of Visual Pollution on Highways in The Bolgatanga Municipal, Ghana.

Purpose: This study examines visual pollution along the Bolgatanga highway, focusing on outdoor advertising (OAs) and signage. It aims to identify the causes, assess impacts on road users, and propose strategies to mitigate visual pollution, addressing a critical gap in Ghanaian environmental policy and research. Design/Methodology/Approach: A survey of 200 road users was conducted on a 3.4 km highway stretch between the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital Intersection and the STC Bus Terminal. Data were collected using a structured online questionnaire and photographic analysis of visual clutter. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse responses regarding demographics, causes of visual pollution, and its impacts. Findings: The survey identified poorly maintained banners (47%) and large billboards with excessive text (39.5%) as primary contributors to visual clutter. Overhead signs also obstructed scenic views (21.5%). Road users expressed mixed views on OAs: 39.5% appreciated their navigation utility, while 31.5% found them distracting, particularly in high-traffic areas. Motorcyclists and pedestrians were especially vulnerable to visual distractions, increasing road safety concerns. Research Limitation: The research is geographically confined to a single highway stretch in Bolgatanga, necessitating further studies across broader contexts to validate and extend the results. Practical Implications: Improved design standards should prioritise safety and community aesthetics, with input from graphic design professionals. Social Implication: Addressing visual pollution can improve road safety, reduce environmental stress, and enhance Bolgatanga's aesthetic and cultural identity, benefiting residents and visitors. Originality/Value: This study is among the first to explore visual pollution in a Ghanaian municipality, highlighting its environmental and safety implications. It offers practical solutions integrating urban planning, graphic design, and public policy for a visually sustainable future.

The Feature of Project-Based Learning and Differentiated Instruction Practices in Biology Learning

This research aims to examine Biology teachers' views on the effectiveness of Project Based Learning (PjBL) in building a conducive learning environment that increases student involvement and socio-cultural awareness in Biology learning in Indonesia. In addition, this research aims to explore the methods used by Biology teachers in implementing differentiation in Biology education in the Indonesian context. The approach was taken with a sequential mixed methods strategy, which ensured comprehensive data collection. and the use of qualitative and quantitative methods starting with distributing questionnaires to 200 Biology teachers, followed by focus group interviews with eight volunteer educators. The results of the study state that Biology educators consider project-based learning as a useful teaching method that contributes to increased student engagement, increased social dynamics in the classroom, cultural appreciation, and effective implementation of strategies for differentiated learning. These findings have implications across multiple domains, including teacher professional development, academic administration, curriculum design, and decision-making processes. Furthermore, the insights gained from this research may extend beyond the boundaries of Biology education, attracting interest from stakeholders in a variety of academic disciplines.

Measures of Information Visualizations in Design Studio Education: Designing Climate Change Visualizations

The climate crisis and sustainability are priority issues that are increasingly integrated into all fields of study in universities. For the field of communication design, there is a challenge to deliver effective designs on the climate crisis due to the complexity of the issue and the large volume of scientific data involved. To overcome this challenge, information visualizations are designed to help communicate complex data. Information visualizations, being data-driven, necessitate specific design principles in addition to fundamental graphic design skills. This study investigates the communication of the climate crisis through information visualizations, with the aim of determining the prominent measures and relevant design language that can be incorporated into design studio education. We conducted three focus groups with academics teaching communication design studios and professionals who have work experience in information visualization design and experts who are doing projects on sustainability and the climate crisis. The findings highlight the importance of actionability, enlightening, evoking curiosity, evoking emotions, localization, personification and positivity in designing effective climate change visualizations. This study contributes to the fields of information visualization and communication design by offering measures to enhance climate change visualizations and providing insights for teaching these principles in communication and graphic design studios.

Innovative design of sports and health complexes as a promotional factor of intensifying women’s physical activity

Background and purposeThe study purpose was to find out how the interior design of sports and health complexes affects the females’ motivation for physical activity. The authors proceeded from the initial hypothesis that a well-planned, modern-looking and attractive interior design of sports and health complexes can significantly affect the number of female visitors and their physical activity. Material and MethodsTo confirm the initial hypothesis, the authors used following research methods: comparison of modern interiors of sports and health complexes with the interiors of the Soviet period; interviewing employees of sports and health complexes; cluster analysis and survey of female visitors. To ensure the reliability of the survey results, the sample size was determined taking into account the general amount population of Ukraine, thus the sample size comprised 508 respondents from 5 Ukrainian cities – Vinnytsia (98), Lviv (115), Lutsk (102), Ternopil (88), Odesa (105).To confirm or refute the initial hypothesis the authors calculated the value of the criterion χ2 (Chi-square) using the standard program for processing scientific research results (SPSS) based on crosstabulations.ResultsIt has been found out that most of females consider the good planned interior design (aesthetic appeal and comfort) to be a determining factor in choosing a sports and health complex. The impact of this factor depends on the age – the older is a woman, the higher is the influence. The results’ correctness was confirmed based on the use of variance analysis method. With the help of the input data recodifications, the authors calculated the variances to determine the degree of frequency fluctuation for the questions related specifically to the sports and health complexes interiors design.ConclusionsAttractive modern design and comfortable conditions in sports and health complexes proved to be significant motivational factors in increasing the motor activity of the adult females. The authors came to the conclusion, that improving the aesthetic image of the sports and health facilities’ interior can motivate more women, especially older ones, to engage in physical activity. Thus, the issue of increase the Ukrainian females’ physical activity level depends greatly on productive cooperation between sports and health complexes management and professional designers.