Architecture and Health

Abstract

Most of today's architectural practices are designed to meet the shelter needs of people. However, basic health needs for humans take priority over housing needs. Therefore, architectural applications should be designed in a way that healthier environments can be created for people. In this study, it is tried to examine the relevant literature on what qualities the living spaces should be designed in order to assure people to lead a healthier and more efficient life and to suggest for making existing buildings healthier. In line with this purpose, the factors affecting human health in architectural structures were primarily examined. Later, current architectural designs and health practices in today's architecture are emphasized. In the conclusion part of the study, in order to have a healthier life, the issues that should be considered while designing architectural designs were suggested and some suggestions were made to make existing buildings healthier.

Keywords

• Architecture and health applications
• Healthy life
• Design

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