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The affects of sound on our experience of space

15 maart 2013 · by Robin · in Architecture, Blog, Product design

Why is it that each time I get into a trendy restaurant- modern interior, minimalistic style- I get so annoyed by the horrible sound of this space? It seems like one fundamental weakness of (interior)…

Alain de Botton and the Architecture of Happiness

11 maart 2013 · by Robin · in Architecture, Blog

During my time as a student, one of my favourite classes were the ones on philosophy. Not that I understood much of it, partly due to the fact that the lectures were given by a…

Transparency III: towards materiality

8 maart 2013 · by Robin · in Architecture, Blog

This is my third article on transparency, this time I will propose qualities that reintroduce materiality and meaning. The modernist appeal for transparent architecture is the direct result of the aesthetic ideal that there should…

The Cathedral Effect or how to promote creative thinking

12 februari 2013 · by Robin · in Architecture, Blog, Design Principles

Ever since I’ve lived in an old early 20th century house when I was a child I’ve come to appreciate the comfort of high ceilings. Maybe it’s because of my height (I’m 1,94 m.) but…

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This blog is about the psychology, philosophy and phenomenology of design. Because design (be it on paper, online, products or architecture) is always more than eye-candy.

About the Author

Robin Budel is a Dutch designer with a degree in architecture. Besides a love for design in its broadest sense he is interested in the motives and process of design.

Latest Posts

  • How artistic idolatry stops us from learning from the arts
  • The origins of pleasure
  • Two ways of looking at the world: Classic vs Romantic understanding
  • The affects of sound on our experience of space
  • Alain de Botton and the Architecture of Happiness
  • The forms we prefer
  • Transparency III: towards materiality
  • 17 words that offer inspiration for any bold creative persuit
  • Color psychology
  • Marian Bantjes: Follow your heart under the guidance of your ego

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