Explain the Human-Environment Relationship Using a Critique of the Theoretical Foundations of Space Syntax

The complexity of the subject of architectural and urban space design due to unknown dimensions and the existence of various human behavioral patterns, is such that it is not possible to design the environment based on the principles of a theory. The purpose of this study is to review and critique the foundations of space syntax theory, as one of the main tools of space design, in the optimal explanation of human-environment behavioral patterns.

In the present research method, a hybrid strategy has been used. The initial data were collected with a qualitative approach, based on library studies. To classify the data, a classification strategy is used. This strategy creates new knowledge by arranging and structuring data in a system based on general characteristics, patterns, behaviors, and themes, and can be combined with other research strategies. To achieve the results, the obtained data are explained with an interpretive strategy based on inference. In achieving and explaining the results, a critical approach has been considered in order to provide the strengths and weaknesses of the theory of space syntax and theoretical and practical solutions to address the weaknesses of this theory.

After examining the capabilities of space syntax theory analysis in space perception, the findings show that this theory has weaknesses in explaining the human-environment relationship that can be addressed in four factors: visual, structural (geometric), behavioral and Categorized environment.

The results showed that in the field of visual factors, readability; In the field of structural (geometric) factors, readability and configuration; In the field of behavior and environment, explanation of behavioral camps; And in the field of environmental factors, climatic factors are the most influential shortcomings of neophyte theory in explaining the human-environmental relationship. Therefore, in the optimal design of the environment and reducing the weaknesses of neohospatial theory, the basics of cover theories in the expressed areas should be used.