ARB - 452 Psychology of Architecture
Exploring Experience and First Impression in The Liminal Spaces (Case Studies: Corridors and Stairs in Campus Environment) DISCUSSION and RESULTS
INTRODUCTION Liminal Space: Conditions in between Liminal space in architecture refers to transitional or inbetween spaces between two distinct areas or functions within a building or a larger built environment. These spaces are often characterized by ambiguity, uncertainty, and a sense of movement or transition. Marx’s Theory of ‘Alienation’ According to Marx's Theory of Alienation, individuals who engage in productive work to fulfill their needs will ultimately feel disconnected from themselves and their surroundings (Petrović 1963). Marx's Theory of Alienation is relevant to understanding how an individual's feelings toward liminal space are influenced by their physical environmental conditions in this research.
Table 3 . Data Experience C1 (Author, 2023)
Table 4 . Data Experience C2 (Author, 2023)
In the tables above, respondents who have experience in C1 and C2 show a tendency that is against the explanation of spatial perception according to alienation theory. They tend to have a more objective perception and focus on the goals to be achieved in liminal space, without experiencing significant discomfort. Table 5. Data Impression C1 (Author, 2023)
Table 6. Data Impression C2 (Author, 2023)
METHODS Research Locus
In the table above, most respondents who have never been in a liminal space tend to have perceptions that align with the alienation theory. They can more easily imagine situations that might occur based on their feelings when they are in a liminal space.
New Findings Data
Fig 1. Location of Research Cases (Author, 2023)
The location of the case to be presented to respondents is at the Bandung National Institute of Technology, precisely in building 19 (C1) 1st floor, and Building 21 of the language laboratory (C2), namely the stairs connecting the floors ground with 2 floors of the building.
Sampling Characteristics Respondents were taken by means of random sampling aimed at two groups: the general public and the Itenas academic community, with age ranges divided into teenagers (below 17 years old), productive age (17-34 years old), and mature age (35 years old and above). Table 1. Respondent Grouping by Age Ratio and Gender Ratio C1 (author, 2023)
Table 7. Data Experience C1 & C2 (Author, 2023)
Table 8. Data Impression C1 & C2 (Author, 2023)
Data Experience C1 and C2
Data Impression C1 and C2
Total respondent
Contra
Percentage
Total respondent
Contra
Percentage
Male
23
14
60,87%
Male
29
10
34,48%
Female
9
7
77.77%
Female
35
7
20%
After conducting a deeper analysis, we found new findings that show different patterns between male and female in terms of first impressions and their direct experiences that are in line with Alienation theory. In male, the majority of respondents said that their first impression was in line with Alienation theory but when they experienced it first hand, their responses contradicted the theory. However, for female, the majority of respondents said that their first impression was against the Theory, but when they experienced it first hand, their responses were in line with Alienation theory.
CONCLUSSION Based on the results of the analysis and discussion that has been carried out, the following conclusions can be drawn: 1. Direct experience in liminal space appears to alter individual perceptions, so they tend to see it in a different light. This indicates that personal experience and interaction with liminal spaces can directly form more complex perceptions that ar not in line with the theory of alienation. 2. Personal thoughts can influence perceptions of liminal space. This is due to one's ignorance of the experience in that space, so the individual's feelings and imagination play a more significant role in shaping their perception of liminal space that is in line with the theory of alienation.
Table 2. Respondent Grouping by Age Ratio and Gender Ratio C2 (author, 2023)
Research Framework
REFERENCES The research identified limitations including a small number of respondents and intangible indicators, making it difficult to explain perceptions in nominal terms. Future studies should consider a wider range of observation locations and focus on tangible aspects to provide more specific insights into respondents' perceptions of liminal space. Fig 2. Variables in Research Model (Author, 2023)
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
This study uses a mixed research method combining quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis approaches. Data collection was carried out using the Google form questionnaire.
Team : 212020156 M Farhat Naja
212020163 Iqbal Raihan K 212020173 Alan Purnama 212020180 Habib Fathurraziqin
The authors express gratitude towards the respondents who participated in the research and the Architectural Psychology class lectures for their guidance and knowledge.
Class
Lecturers
Study Program
National Institute of Technology
AA
Wahyu Buana Putra, ST., M.Sc. Dian Duhita Permata, ST., MT. Mustika K. Wardhani, S.T., M.Ars.
Architecture Faculty of Architecture and Design Even Semester 2022/2023
Jl. Phh. Mustofa No.23, Neglasari, Kec. Cibeunying Kaler, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40124