Browsing by Author "Guleryuz, Oylum Dikmen"

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Children in Urban Environments: a Case Study From a Dense Neighbourhood in Izmir-Turkey
(Yildiz Technical Univ, Fac Architecture, 2022) Dikmen Güleryüz, Oylum; Dogan, Fehmi; Kasali, Altug; Guleryuz, Oylum Dikmen
The aim of this study is to understand children's engagement with their urban outdoor environments in Izmir-Turkey, a city with a high urbanisation rate, and to explore the factors that affect their outdoor preferences outside of their school time. The study consists of a field study conducted in a densely populated middle-income neighbourhood. Participants are fourth-grade children from a state-run primary school aged 9-11 years (n=44) and their parents (n=40). The study followed a multi-methodological approach, employing questionnaires, drawing and story writing tasks as data collection methods. Results of the study showed the strong tendency to prefer outdoors during their free time even when their neighbourhood is a high-density urban settlement with limited opportunities for outdoor activities. In the studied neighbourhood, most of the participants mentioned the schoolyard over other locations as their preferred place fin- outdoor play. Other than the schoolyard, the children mainly reported familiar places in their neighbourhoods, close to their local environments which were also depicted in their drawings and described in their stories. From the perspectives of urban designers and policy-makers, the findings of the study highlight aspects to be concerned about opportunities for outdoor play in high-density and urbanised central neighbourhoods.
The Interrelation of TV-Series and Interior Design in the Construction of Meaning: Cinematic Narratives and the Psychological Function of Space
(University of Pittsburgh, University Library System, 2025-12-03) Bolat, Idil; Guleryuz, Oylum Dikmen
This paper explores the complex relationship between TV series and interior design, intending to emphasize the significant impact of spatial design on the construction of cinematic meaning. The study proffers the notion that both visual media and interior design function as potent storytelling instruments, employing spatial dimensions not solely to portray physical environments, but also to convey emotional profundity, psychological intricacy, and thematic richness. Through a detailed analysis, the study illustrates how interior design is employed to mirror the psychological states of characters, propel the narrative forward, and amplify the portrayal of emotions and social dynamics. Focusing on Turkish television series such as Masumlar Apartman & imath; (2020) and & Scedil;ahsiyet (2018), the paper underscores the pivotal role of interior d in visual storytelling. These series demonstrate how meticulously designed spaces can enhance narrative depth and emotional resonance. The findings of this study offer valuable insights that can guide future research in the intersection of interior design and visual media, emphasizing the significance of spatial design in crafting compelling cinematic experiences.