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The Science Behind Seasonal Affective Disorder: Understanding Causes, Treatments, and Design Criteria in Architecture
(Part 2 of 9 in our Series) Introduction Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a subtype of major depressive disorder characterized by recurrent episodes that coincide with specific seasons,…
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Reconnecting Architecture and Health: Exploring the Role of Design in Addressing Winter Depression
Introduction The interplay between architecture and health has been recognized since antiquity. Vitruvius, the eminent Roman architect, emphasized the importance of understanding medicine, particularly concerning environmental factors such…
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Chasing Light & Shadow in Palm Springs
The heat was sweltering, and I had to fight back the urge to hide from the sun, or jump into the pool. The courtyard was the heart of…
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