Citation :

Anas Mohammad Bataineh, "Impact of Designing Transitional Spaces on Enhancing the User’s Aesthetic Experience in Circulation Corridors: A Case Study," International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 13, no. 7, pp. 35-52, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V13I7P103

Abstract

This study is an academic attempt aimed at shedding light on the impact of design elements of internal circulation corridors (transitional spaces) on the level of user satisfaction. The study represents an exploratory research into users' opinions towards the design of closed interior corridors in the University's National College of Technology building. The design of the circulation corridors in the building includes a set of elements, namely: visual composition, color harmony, visual rhythm, aesthetic lighting, architectural details, integration with works of art, transparency, visual Porosity, and visual identity. These elements were considered independent variables, while user satisfaction was considered the dependent variable in the study. To achieve the research objectives, an electronic questionnaire was developed that included four main exploratory axes distributed over nine dimensions, and it was then distributed to the study sample. The sample consisted of 113 users within the college, including students, employees, and visitors, who were selected randomly. All responses were analyzed using appropriate statistical methods, in particular, single-sample multiple regression analysis, based on SPSS. The main results of the study showed that there was a noticeable impact on the design of circulation paths in enhancing the level of user satisfaction, as the quality of spatial organization and visual treatments contributed to improving the circulation experience within the building. Dimensions such as color harmony, aesthetic lighting, and visual cohesion also received high ratings compared to other dimensions, while elements such as visual rhythm and artistic integration received average ratings. In light of these results, the study concluded with a set of recommendations that emphasize the importance of developing some design aspects in a way that contributes to raising the efficiency of movement and improving the quality of the spatial experience inside the building.

Keywords

Circulation design elements, Circulation elements, National University College of Technology, Transitional spaces.

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