Qualitative Research of Contemporary Architecture and Space of European Cities in The Aspect of Correlation: The Principles of a Sustainable Environment, The Perception of Space and Technological Solutions of Objects

• Published in: IOP conference series. Materials Science and Engineering 2019-02, Vol.471 (10), p.102066
• Main Author: Guminska, Anna
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Architecture; Built environment; Climate change; Cultural heritage; Cultural resources; Natural environment; Perception; Principles; Qualitative research; Sustainability; Urban environments
• ISSN: 1757-8981; 1757-899X; 1757-899X
• DOI: 10.1088/1757-899X/471/10/102066

The built environment in modern Europe is undergoing constant change. Changes occur both in terms of functional needs of users of architectural space, as well as in technical and technological requirements of the objects themselves. A particularly important aspect in the study of architecture is the use of modern, ecological building technologies while maintaining such features of the building and space as: identity, cultural heritage, environmental context, aesthetics. Aim of the study is qualitative research of contemporary architecture and space of European cities in the aspect of the occurrence of correlations between the principles of a sustainable environment, the perception of space and the technological solutions of objects. Contemporary realizations of space and architecture show the application of many technologies and principles of a sustainable environment, respect for the natural environment, and the use of analogous systems to those found in nature. It was also observed to adapt the built environment to the changing climate and the effects of these changes. The studies also show the connection of new objects and spaces with the tradition of a given place, as well as taking into account the habits and needs of users.