Affordances Q3a

Question 1

explain how affordances can influence the way people interact with spaces

Answer 1

affordances influence behaviour by suggesting or enabling certain actions

Question 2

affordance influencing interactions - spanish steps example

Answer 2

affords upwards/downwards movement, social interaction, sitting, gathering

e.g. Spanish Steps, Rome

Question 3

affordance influencing interactions - Hazelwood school example

Answer 3

textured wall cladding affords tactile wayfinding for students with dual sensory impairments. enables them to independently navigate.

e.g. Hazelwood School

Question 4

why do designers enhance affordances

Answer 4

to support specific user needs

Question 5

what happens if affordances are unclear or misaligned?

Answer 5

users can become confused, leading to errors or exclusion

e.g. a pull door handle that should be pushed