Urban Colour Palettes and Emotional Responses

Abstract: Emotional mapping is crucial in understanding the impact of urban colour palettes on psychological states. The study employs both qualitative and quantitative methods to analyse participants' subjective emotional responses to various colour palettes in cities. Physiological assessments evaluate emotional arousal to understand how visual cues influence emotions. Statistical analysis examines patterns and relationships between colour combinations and emotions. Preliminary studies show that people are drawn to specific colours and forms, with warm hues evoking vitality and optimism, and cool tones being perceived as relaxing. Communities should be involved in neighbourhood planning to ensure that decisions reflect the views and concerns of residents. Strategic urban mathematics design that prioritises emotional wellness aligns the perceptual and emotional experience of the environment. The findings will inform colour psychology recommendations for urban design to improve citizens' quality of life and psychological resiliency.

Keywords: Urban design, Emotional responses, Colour palettes, Psychological well-being, Community engagement

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1006268

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