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1989

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Architecture -- Psychological Aspects

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First Impression : The Study Of Entry In Architecture, Siriwan Polpuech Aug 1989

First Impression : The Study Of Entry In Architecture, Siriwan Polpuech

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Entrance as an element of architecture has had an important role in the design process from the very beginning of the architecture. Its role varies according to culture and the belief of people. The characteristics of entrances are as diversified as are architectural style and historic periods.

Architectural styles continue to change. New forms and technologies add to the growth of styles. All these contribute to the eclectic of design ideas. The specifics of an entrance can arise from, be complementary to or in contradiction of a style. They always serve as a mediator between interior and exterior spaces. The …