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A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul

Cilt: 3 Sayı: 1 31 Ocak 2026
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A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul

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The relationship between the body and space represents a significant subject of inquiry in both the theoretical and practical domains of architecture. With the 20th century and the rise of phenomenological understanding prioritizing experience, boundary-blurring approaches emerged in architecture. This study aims to analyze the effects of blurred boundaries on the body-space interaction through a psychogeographic reading, which is a series of discovery processes realized through the derive, an unplanned walking technique. In this psychogeographic experiment conducted in Beşiktaş, Istanbul, the effects of boundary conditions in the encounters between the body and urban space were analyzed using concept maps, sketches, and photographs of the researcher. It was observed that the blurring of inside-outside and public-private boundaries enhances body-space interaction by enabling a multisensory experience; elements like walls and billboards, as well as streets that either hinder walking due to vehicle traffic and narrow sidewalks, create a sharp sense of boundaries that prevent people from establishing a connection with the city. The findings illustrated that urban design interventions, such as creating transitional zones, integrating flexible public spaces, and employing adaptive architectural elements, can help cities to blur these divisions. This research expands architectural boundary studies by operationalizing the concept of blurred boundaries through embodied psychogeographic inquiry. It demonstrates how sensory and bodily experiences can empirically reveal the effects of urban boundaries on lived space, thereby offering a methodological innovation that situates the debate within contemporary urban conditions and provides insights for architects, urban planners, and academics.

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Etik Beyan

During the preparation of this work the author used ChatGPT for translation and text editing to improve clarity and coherence. After using this tool, the author reviewed and edited the content as needed and takes full responsibility for the content of the publication.

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Mimari Tasarım

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

31 Ocak 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

21 Mayıs 2025

Kabul Tarihi

31 Aralık 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 3 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Yücel, A. (2026). A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. Livenarch+ Journal, 3(1), 27-42. https://doi.org/10.65775/livenarch.1703439
AMA
1.Yücel A. A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. LivenARCH+. 2026;3(1):27-42. doi:10.65775/livenarch.1703439
Chicago
Yücel, Aslı. 2026. “A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul”. Livenarch+ Journal 3 (1): 27-42. https://doi.org/10.65775/livenarch.1703439.
EndNote
Yücel A (01 Ocak 2026) A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. Livenarch+ Journal 3 1 27–42.
IEEE
[1]A. Yücel, “A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul”, LivenARCH+, c. 3, sy 1, ss. 27–42, Oca. 2026, doi: 10.65775/livenarch.1703439.
ISNAD
Yücel, Aslı. “A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul”. Livenarch+ Journal 3/1 (01 Ocak 2026): 27-42. https://doi.org/10.65775/livenarch.1703439.
JAMA
1.Yücel A. A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. LivenARCH+. 2026;3:27–42.
MLA
Yücel, Aslı. “A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul”. Livenarch+ Journal, c. 3, sy 1, Ocak 2026, ss. 27-42, doi:10.65775/livenarch.1703439.
Vancouver
1.Aslı Yücel. A Psychogeographic Exploration of the Body-Space Relationship through Urban Boundaries: The Case of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. LivenARCH+. 01 Ocak 2026;3(1):27-42. doi:10.65775/livenarch.1703439