TÜBİTAK Success of Our Graduate from the Faculty of Architecture and Design

The project titled "The Effect of Material Texture Surfaces Created with 3D Printing Techniques on Tactile Stress Perception in Interior Spaces," led by Interior Architecture graduate Esma VAROL under the academic supervision of Assistant Professor Kübra AKSOY ÖZLER (Faculty Member of our University's Faculty of Architecture and Design, Department of Interior Architecture), has been awarded support under the TÜBİTAK 2209-A University Students Research Projects Support Program.

Project Team

• Academic Advisor: Assistant Professor Kübra AKSOY ÖZLER

• Project Leader: Esma VAROL

Purpose of the Project

The aim of the project is to evaluate the user's stress perception by creating 3D-printed textures that represent material surfaces used in interior spaces, thereby providing data to enable conscious choices that prioritize user comfort during material selection. It aims to determine the relationship between surface texture variations of materials in space and the user's tactile experience.

Another objective of the research is to record psychological comfort as an evaluable parameter in interior material selections, rather than relying solely on aesthetic preferences. In this way, a design process centered on user experience can be established—one that takes into account human reactions to physical touch. The study will propose an evaluation model for design that integrates material selection, a crucial stage in the interior design process, into user-centered decision-making. Furthermore, this approach aims to demonstrate that material is not merely a visual element, but a tactile experience that influences stress and relaxation responses.

As our university, we are delighted by this achievement, which contributes to the development of scientific research culture. We congratulate our academic advisor and project leader and wish them continued success in their endeavors.