Peggy Hackney refers me to a study of the movement signatures of architects, and how they can shape their structures. Laban analysis was used to observe them physically moving in landscapes, and the buildings they designed for them.
1985
Expressive Space: An Investigation into the Correlation of Movement Signatures and Spatial Perception by Randall J. Montbriand. Faculty Chair: Schauman. AUP General Stacks SB 472 Th33160
Landscape Architecture, University of Washington
Programs & Research
Expressive Space: An Investigation into the Correlation of Movement Signatures and Spatial Perception
by Randall J. Montbriand
Chairperson of the Supervisory Committee: Sally Schauman
Abstract
The author of this study proposes the existence of an interactive, neuro-spatial sense, presents historical and scientific support for the concept, defines and delineates the functioning of this sense, and examines the its implications for the field of landscape architecture. The study also presents a perceptual research pilot study based upon Laban Analysis, a prominent movement theory, and the theories of landscape architecture which investigated the interactive neuro-spatial sense. The results indicate that individuals organize and perceive space differently based upon their internalized organization of the qualitites of space and not necessarily through sight. Movement signatures, prepared by Laban Analysts, can be used to examine and predict an individuals organization and perception of space. The study discusses the implications of movement theories such as neurological re-structuring and Laban Theory for the field of landscape architecture.
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