The applications of proxemics and territoriality in designing efficient layouts for interior design studios and a prototype design studio.

The purpose of this project was to understand and examine the importance of designing successful spatial layouts and furniture arrangements that will enhance the learning experiences and social interactions among interior design students. Territoriality and proxemics were chosen as the main criterions for the development and design of an interior design studio. Identifying and understanding these selected concepts of environmental psychology helped us further explore the importance of these applications in effectively creating a designed prototype studio for interior design students. Consolidation of all relevant literature was used as a reference for design professionals and educators to improve studio layouts and social interactions among students. Keywords: territoriality, proxemics, design studios, environmental psychology, spatial layouts.