2024/11/25 by Sharifkazemi, Saeed, Habib, Farah, Ghalambor Dezfuly, Maryam
Engineering · Environmental Science · Social Sciences · #Behavior #Behavioral Settings #Ecological Psychology #Multisensory Landscape #Perception #Place Attachment and Urban Studies #Urban Design and Spatial Analysis #Urban Green Space and Health
paper · doi:10.57647/j.ccd.2025.0803.14
openalex publication_date 2024/11/25 · openalex created_date 2025/11/06 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/01
Aims: Environmental psychology has increasingly examined the subtle ways, in which perception influences human behavior in specific behavioral environments. This study builds upon Roger Barker’s theory of behavioral regulation, particularly the concept of isomorphism, which highlights the coordination between the environment and behavior. The research aims to develop a comprehensive framework integrating sensory perception with behavioral regulation, analyze how multisensory dimensions shape human actions and emotions, and provide practical strategies for designing inclusive and sustainable urban spaces. By addressing the interaction between human needs, sensory landscapes, and environmental factors, this study bridges the communication gap between perceptual research and its practical implications for urban design. Methodology: This study employs a systematic review methodology, evaluating 74 filtered sources from an initial set of 396 articles retrieved from Scopus and Google Scholar, along with 27 categorized articles from 110 research papers obtained from six Iranian academic databases, including SID and Civilica. The PRISMA framework was used to ensure methodological transparency, applying clearly defined inclusion and exclusion criteria such as relevance, recency, and citation credibility. The extracted data underwent qualitative content analysis to identify dominant themes, interpret patterns, and establish connections between perception and behavior in urban settings. Findings: The findings highlight the crucial role of sensory perception comprising vision, hearing, touch, smell, and taste in shaping behavior and emotional responses in shared spaces. Spatial design factors, such as territoriality, inclusiveness, and environmental cues, play a major role in fostering social cohesion and user engagement. The study underscores how urban planning strategies can leverage sensory elements to enhance well-being and social interactions. Conclusion: This research presents a conceptual framework outlining how environmental perception translates into behavioral responses, demonstrating the impact of sensory landscapes on urban interactions. By integrating sensory, spatial, and behavioral elements, the study offers a foundation for urban designers to create inclusive and sustainable environments. Future research should explore these dynamics in the context of technological advancements and evolving urban landscapes to develop innovative approaches for enhancing urban livability.