PERCEPTION, AESTHETICS AND USE OF URBAN FURNITURE

Authors

  • Naiana Maura John UFRGS
  • Antonio Tarcísio da Luz Reis UFRGS

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4237/gtp.v5i2.106

Keywords:

Urban furniture, Aesthetics, Use.

Abstract

Proposal: This paper discusses the importance of environmental perception approach to a more qualified design and location of urban furniture. Considering that the quality of the design and the performance of public spaces are related to the fulfillment of users’ needs, it’s important to study how users perceive the urban furniture. Methods: The discussion deals with issues related to aesthetic and functional needs of users of urban spaces. Regarding aesthetics, aspects such as order and complexity are discussed. Moreover, issues related to functionality of urban furniture and their impact on the use of public spaces are considered. Findings: it is expected to contribute to the discussion about the importance of urban furniture design and location to satisfy users’ needs. Originality/value: Contribution to research on quality of urban furniture and space.

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Author Biographies

  • Naiana Maura John, UFRGS
    Arquiteta, Mestranda em Planejamento Urbano e Regional - PROPUR/UFRGS
  • Antonio Tarcísio da Luz Reis, UFRGS
    Arquiteto, Ph.D. Professor e pesquisador da Faculdade de Arquitetura e do PROPUR/ UFRGS

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Published

2010-11-11

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2010): Post-occupation evaluation and design feedback

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Papers

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How to Cite

JOHN, Naiana Maura; DA LUZ REIS, Antonio Tarcísio. PERCEPTION, AESTHETICS AND USE OF URBAN FURNITURE. Gestão & Tecnologia de Projetos (Design Management and Technology), São Carlos, v. 5, n. 2, p. p. 180–206, 2010. DOI: 10.4237/gtp.v5i2.106. Disponível em: https://revistas.usp.br/gestaodeprojetos/article/view/50991.. Acesso em: 4 jan. 2026.