Kaplan, R., S. Kaplan & L. Ryan, 1998, With people in mind, Island Press, Washington
- Author : Kaplan, R., S. Kaplan & L. Ryan
- Year : 1998
- Publisher : Island Press
- Publisher's Location : Washington
- ISBN : 1-55963-594-0
- Pages : 225
- Abstract : A translation of environmental psychological research to more practical guidelines for planning natural areas and planting design. “This book is about nature, but it is also about people. Is about the way the natural environment can foster well-being and can enhance people’s ability to function effectively. The underlying purpose of the book is to explore the design and management of nearby natural areas in ways that are beneficial for people and appreciated by them.” (Kaplan). The book emphasis everyday, often unspectacular, natural environment: parks, open spaces, street trees, vacant lots and backyards gardens, window views, as well as fields and forest.
- Comments : KEYWORDS: environmental psychology, accessibility, being away, coherence, complexity, compatibility, extent, fascination, landscape elements, legibility, mental restoration, mystery, parks, planting design, quality, trails, vistas, way-finding, well-being. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.