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To develop a methodology that connects spatial design with sensory experiences in architecture.

February 2, 2026BuildingsOpen Access

Embodied Sensory Experience and Spatial Mapping in Damascene Courtyard Domestic Architecture

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To develop a methodology that connects spatial design with sensory experiences in architecture.
Conducted fieldwork in fourteen courtyard houses in Damascus
Residents traced movements on floor plans based on sensory dominance
Analyzed sensory interactions using 28 sensory maps and three-level analytical process
Visitors follow a path through a narrow corridor to a central fountain
Tactile interactions are notable at the fountain and raised benches
Gustatory markers indicate the connection between kitchen and communal spaces
The unified sensory map highlights patterns of sensory engagement through spatial arrangements

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Fieldwork reveals how spatial design influences sensory experiences in Damascene courtyard houses, suggesting preservation strategies.

Sahlabji et al. (2026) studied this question.

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