Psychology of Pathways

Abstract

A PATH is a channel along which observer customarily, occasionally or potentially moves as described by kevin lynch in ‘the image of city'(lynch).Architectural constructions are always revealed by circulation which leads us to, through, over, under, or around them, on foot, plane, train, automobile, or any other means of locomotion or conveyance. And as we move images blend into visual realization. But, we not only perceive this as visual unfolding but by other sensory organs like taste, smell, touch, sound etc.Research intended to study how people perceive and react when moving through a path. As design of ‘water temple' by architect Tadao Ando has proved that a skilled planner, by path manipulation, can play upon human emotions, and responses. Study on those factors (physical and psychological) can help architects to manipulate spaces according to the desired emotions.