The Power of Scale: How Proportions Shape Human Experience

Astronomical Park of Zhenze High School / Specific Architects + Unit Architects. Image © Hengzhong LYUThe way we perceive and experience spaces extends beyond aesthetics—they directly influence our emotions, thoughts, and even creativity. Spacious environments with high ceilings often evoke a sense of freedom and inspiration, while smaller, enclosed spaces encourage focus and introspection. This is not merely a subjective impression but a scientifically studied phenomenon. In the 1960