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Exploring the impact of windows on musicians’ experience: a neuroarchitecture perspective
Performing music can be an enjoyable activity or a source of anxiety and discomfort. Previous studies suggest that it is possible to create spaces that promote well-being by applying knowledge from neuroscience to architectural design. However, this application remains unexplored in the context of music practice spaces. In this study, a virtual replica of a real conservatoire classroom was used to investigate the effect of window size and views through windows on the perception of the built environment. A sample of 61 musicians was recruited, and through questionnaires and eye tracking, participants’ responses to environmental changes while playing their instruments were studied. The results of the experiment indicated a clear preference for larger windows, which significantly contributed to a more positive environment, perceived as more open, light, inviting, calming and spacious. In addition, eye tracking data suggested a reduction in anxiety levels, as evidenced by reduced gaze velocity and saccade ratios. These results demonstrate that windows and related variables such as daylight and views can have a significant impact on the experience of musicians during solo performance. This highlights the need to re-evaluate design considerations in music practice spaces, emphasising the crucial role of environmental elements in enhancing musicians’ well-being.
Exploring the impact of windows on musicians’ experience: a neuroarchitecture perspective
Performing music can be an enjoyable activity or a source of anxiety and discomfort. Previous studies suggest that it is possible to create spaces that promote well-being by applying knowledge from neuroscience to architectural design. However, this application remains unexplored in the context of music practice spaces. In this study, a virtual replica of a real conservatoire classroom was used to investigate the effect of window size and views through windows on the perception of the built environment. A sample of 61 musicians was recruited, and through questionnaires and eye tracking, participants’ responses to environmental changes while playing their instruments were studied. The results of the experiment indicated a clear preference for larger windows, which significantly contributed to a more positive environment, perceived as more open, light, inviting, calming and spacious. In addition, eye tracking data suggested a reduction in anxiety levels, as evidenced by reduced gaze velocity and saccade ratios. These results demonstrate that windows and related variables such as daylight and views can have a significant impact on the experience of musicians during solo performance. This highlights the need to re-evaluate design considerations in music practice spaces, emphasising the crucial role of environmental elements in enhancing musicians’ well-being.
Exploring the impact of windows on musicians’ experience: a neuroarchitecture perspective
Gómez-Sirvent, José L. (author) / Fernández-Sotos, Desirée (author) / Fernández-Sotos, Alicia (author) / Sánchez-Reolid, Roberto (author) / López de la Rosa, Francisco (author) / Fernández-Caballero, Antonio (author)
Building Research & Information ; 52 ; 765-780
2024-10-02
16 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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