The influence of human behavioral characteristics on soundscape perception in urban parks: Subjective and observational approaches

Jo, Hyun In; Jeon, Jin Yong

doi:10.1016/j.landurbplan.2020.103890

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“…Moreover, in a study of landscape preferences, the effect of soundscapes was greater than that of visual landscapes [29]. However, Jeon and Jo [43] found the opposite result. In a study of nine locations in Seoul, South Korea, the impact of visual and audio information on overall urban environmental satisfaction was accounted for 76% and 24% of the total impact, respectively.…”

Section: Vegetation Density (Vd) and The Integrated Sound Environment (Ise)mentioning

confidence: 92%

Electroencephalography (EEG)-Based Neural Emotional Response to the Vegetation Density and Integrated Sound Environment in a Green Space

Zeng

Lin

et al. 2021

Forests

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Emotion plays an important role in physical and mental health. Green space is an environment conducive to physical and mental recovery and influences human emotions through visual and auditory stimulation. Both the visual environment and sound environment of a green space are important factors affecting its quality. Most of the previous relevant studies have focused solely on the visual or sound environment of green spaces and its impacts. This study focused on the combination of vegetation density (VD) and integrated sound environment (ISE) based on neural emotional evaluation criteria. VD was used as the visual variable, with three levels: high (H), moderate (M) and low (L). ISE was used as the sound variable, with four levels: low-decibel natural and low-decibel artificial sounds (LL), low-decibel natural and high-decibel artificial sounds (LH), high-decibel natural and low-decibel artificial sounds (HL) and high-decibel natural and high-decibel artificial sounds (HH). These two variables were combined into 12 unique groups. A total of 360 volunteer college students were recruited and randomly assigned to the 12 groups (N = 30). All 12 groups underwent the same 5 min high-pressure learning task (pretest baseline), followed by a 5 min audio-visual recovery (posttest). Six indicators of neural emotion (engagement, excitement, focus, interest, relaxation and stress) were dynamically measured by an Emotiv EPOC X device during the pretest and posttest. Analysis of covariance was used to determine the main and coupled effects of the variables. (1) VD and ISE have significant effects on human neural emotions. In moderate- and high-VD spaces, artificial sound levels may have a positive effect on excitement. (2) A higher VD is more likely to result in excitatory neural emotion expression. (3) Low-VD and high-VD spaces have a higher degree of visual continuity. Both extremely low and extremely high VDs result in a higher expression of stressful emotions than observed for a moderate VD. (4) High-decibel artificial sounds are more likely to attract attention, possibly because artificial sounds are easier to recognize than natural sounds. However, when both the natural and artificial sounds are low, it is difficult to induce higher tones, and the lower the artificial sound decibel level, the easier it is to relax. Additionally, under the influence of an ISE, attention recovery and stress recovery may be negatively correlated. The results show that an appropriate combination of VD and ISE can improve the health benefits of a green space and thus the well-being of visitors.

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Section: Vegetation Density (Vd) and The Integrated Sound Environment (Ise)mentioning

confidence: 92%

Electroencephalography (EEG)-Based Neural Emotional Response to the Vegetation Density and Integrated Sound Environment in a Green Space

Zeng

Lin

et al. 2021

Forests

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“…According to park users, the most attractive areas in terms of relaxation, and at the same time significantly influencing well-being, are the lakeshore (points [8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15]) and in the central part of the park (points 14, [21][22][23]). In the central part, park users identified micro-interiors with tall forms of vegetation, mostly deciduous trees, as places of special importance (Figure 6, well-being).…”

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“…The research domain of soundscape is also becoming more and more important, as evidenced by numerous studies relating to communication spaces [11][12][13][14], urban [15][16][17][18], or suburban built environment [19][20][21][22]. On the other hand, there are fewer studies on methods for minimizing the harmful effects of noise caused by human activity (e.g., transportation) in relation to parks and urban green areas [23], which potentially can improve the well-being of residents. There are only a few studies concerning research on the analysis of the degree of noise nuisance and the improvement of the conditions of use of parks located near educational centers and university campuses [24][25][26].…”

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confidence: 99%

Redefinition of Park Design Criteria as a Result of Analysis of Well-Being and Soundscape: The Case Study of the Kortowo Park (Poland)

Jaszczak

Pochodyła

Kristiánová

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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Well-being and soundscape analysis should be useful in re-design works involved in the planning of recreational areas and green spaces on campuses to improve the health of students, academics, and university staff. Proper space planning, for example, in campus parks, including the planning of soundscape zones, is important in relieving study and work stress. The aim of the study was to conduct a multicriteria analysis of the soundscape and well-being of users in the university park on campus in Olsztyn (Poland). It was important to redefine thinking about the re-composition of park space, including reduction of noise and improving well-being. The research included: 1. measurements of sound pressure levels (SPL) at selected points in two periods, 2. interview with park users and preparation of a mental map, 3. experts’ opinion on soundscape and well-being, and 4. design schemes for re-design of the park. The results of research regarding the perception of the soundscape and well-being in Kortowo park by respondents differ slightly from the results of SPL measurements. The results also confirm the difference between SPL in the leafless and leafy period. The results show a clear relationship between the perception of sounds and well-being in the park. However, in some areas near the water, where higher noise levels are reported the respondents felt quite comfortable. Finally, design schemes are proposed, based on experts’ opinions and results of the analysis.

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“…In the end, the purpose of an urban park is to create a pleasant environment for various recreational activities (Bal, 2005). Urban parks, which play an important role in balancing the urban ecosystem , have a significant impact on human health , and their positive effects on the ecological environment and public awareness have been confirmed (Jo and Jeon, 2020). Urban parks:…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Kent Parklarının Kullanım Nedenleri Üzerine Bir Araştırma: Amasya Adliye Kent Parkı Örneği

Konakoğlu

Demirel

Çelik

2021

Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi

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One of the important elements in the public open and green lands and used extensively by the people of the city is urban parks. Urban parks are usually located in the city center or close to the city center. Urban parks are shaped by cultural values, political and socio-economic structure. Urban parks offer many opportunities for urban, social, psychological, functional and recreational aspects and contribute to urban identity and urban ecology. The aim of this study is to reveal the contributions of the people in the vicinity of Amasya Courthouse Urban Park in line with the functions of the buildings, the reasons and density of the city's use of the park. There are various public institutions and organizations, educational institutions, business centers, eating and drinking places, and residential areas etc. placed near by the urban park. Within the scope of the study, a survey was conducted with 100 people face to face. As a result of the study, it was determined that the Amasya Courthouse Urban Park has the characteristic of being a meeting point and it is not used for all age groups in terms of recreational activities.

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The influence of human behavioral characteristics on soundscape perception in urban parks: Subjective and observational approaches

Cited by 63 publications

References 63 publications

Electroencephalography (EEG)-Based Neural Emotional Response to the Vegetation Density and Integrated Sound Environment in a Green Space

Electroencephalography (EEG)-Based Neural Emotional Response to the Vegetation Density and Integrated Sound Environment in a Green Space

Redefinition of Park Design Criteria as a Result of Analysis of Well-Being and Soundscape: The Case Study of the Kortowo Park (Poland)

Kent Parklarının Kullanım Nedenleri Üzerine Bir Araştırma: Amasya Adliye Kent Parkı Örneği

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