Exploring the Vital Role of Colors and Shapes in Architectural Design and Education

Luis Moreira Pinto; Ruben Matos

doi:10.38027/mediterranean-cities_vol4no1_7

Authors

Luis Moreira Pinto University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9201-0294
Ruben Matos University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.38027/mediterranean-cities_vol4no1_7

Keywords:

Colors, Street mood, Architectural Design, Teaching Architecture, Urban Design

Abstract

This study investigates the crucial influence of color and form on architectural design and architecture education, highlighting how these elements shape the aesthetics of the built environment and impact human experiences. The central problem addressed is the need to understand the interaction between color and form in creating spaces that evoke specific emotions and cultural narratives, contributing to an architecture that goes beyond functionality. The importance of this study lies in demonstrating how the careful integration of these elements can enrich the built environment and improve the quality of architectural education. The methodology adopted includes the analysis of case studies and expert opinions, along with the exploration of innovative methods in the teaching of architecture, which combine practical learning, virtual simulations and interdisciplinary collaboration. The results indicate that an in-depth understanding of the dynamic relationship between colors and shapes allows architects, but also society in general, to enhance their creativity, contributing to a more culturally significant and aesthetically impactful built environment.

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