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      Metaphysics Relevancy in Contemporary Design

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      Asian Journal of Quality of Life
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          Abstract

          This paper presents the findings of a study on metaphysical approaches to building design. Three major Asian cultures are reviewed. There are similarities found in principles towards achieving the occupants’ well-being. Functionality became priority and rituals are performed at ensuring the well-being and prosperity of future occupants. Whereas, the Chinese-Buddhist practice which is known as Feng Shui, the Indian-Hindu tradition is based on Vastu-Vidya. The Malay-Islam is extractions from religious teachings written in a manuscript called ‘The Tajul Muluk’. The paper concludes that metaphysical approaches could still play its roles in the building design today.

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          Journal
          Asian Journal of Quality of Life
          AjQoL
          e-IPH Ltd.
          2398-4279
          September 01 2016
          September 05 2016
          : 1
          : 3
          : 29
          Article
          10.21834/ajqol.v1i3.21
          428df696-0c2b-4415-882d-da3cf75745d9
          © 2016

          This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Unported License. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

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          Psychology,Urban design & Planning,Urban studies,General behavioral science,Cultural studies

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