신경건축학 문헌이 유아교육기관 실내 공간 구성에 주는 함의

Abstract

This study aimed to review experimental studies in Neuro-architecture in order to draw implications to design and organize a desirable indoor environment for early childhood education and care (ECEC). Experimental studies measuring participants’ neuro-physiological responses to examine spatial components’ effects were selected. A total of 63 studies were reviewed, and were classified into four categories according to what aspects of the effects each of the studies focused on: 1)Recovery and Healing, 2)Tension, Arousal and Relaxation, 3)Aesthetic Preference, & 4)Cognitive Performance. Types of spatial components investigated in the studies were twelve in total, most of which were concentrated in color, thermal environments, lighting, and landscaping. Concerning neuro-physiological measures, 19 indicators were found to be used, being also concentrated in a few, such as brain waves, heart rates, blood pressures, etc. Sixty-one out of 63 studies showed significant results, which strongly suggests that space users’ physical, cognitive, affective, and psychological functions are indeed affected by indoor spatial components. The study results were discussed in terms of implications to design and organize an ideal indoor educational settings for young children and to refine legal provision and guidelines pertaining to ECEC settings.