COLLECTION NAME:
Graduate Thesis Collection
Record
Title:
Using Restorative Interior Design Principles as a Catalyst to Mitigate Stress and Increase Communication in the Multi-Generational American Office
Creator:
Casamassima, Bonnie M.
Subject:
Thesis (M.F.A.) -- Interior Design
Subject:
Savannah College of Art and Design -- Department of Interior Design
Rights:
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Abstract:
This thesis investigates the contemporary stress factors created by four
diverse generations (Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y)
in the American office. Each generation has varied work-style and workplace
preferences that need to be recognized in an office environment. Using restorative
interior design approaches, this thesis explores the design of interior environments as a
catalyst to reduce stress and improve successful communication in today’s
generationally integrated workplace. Investigative tools utilized for data collection
include a literature review, case study analysis of existing workplace
environments, employee surveys and industry professional interviews. This
investigation provides the foundation for the development of a prescriptive
set of interior design guidelines. These guidelines emphasize in-depth
applications utilizing restorative design principles. These principles
impact the innate attributes of human-nature and are used as part of a
multifaceted solution to increase successful communication and reduce
stress in current and future generationally diverse work environments.
diverse generations (Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y)
in the American office. Each generation has varied work-style and workplace
preferences that need to be recognized in an office environment. Using restorative
interior design approaches, this thesis explores the design of interior environments as a
catalyst to reduce stress and improve successful communication in today’s
generationally integrated workplace. Investigative tools utilized for data collection
include a literature review, case study analysis of existing workplace
environments, employee surveys and industry professional interviews. This
investigation provides the foundation for the development of a prescriptive
set of interior design guidelines. These guidelines emphasize in-depth
applications utilizing restorative design principles. These principles
impact the innate attributes of human-nature and are used as part of a
multifaceted solution to increase successful communication and reduce
stress in current and future generationally diverse work environments.
Publisher:
Atlanta, Ga. : Savannah College of Art and Design
Date:
2012-05
Format:
PDF : 239 p. : ill