Date of Award

8-2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Interior Architecture, MAIA

School

CAS

Department

Art & Design Department

Faculty Advisor

Elizabeth Ghiseline

Second Advisor

Michael Fior

Third Advisor

Alfred Wojciechowski

Abstract

Urban communities are becoming more socially and culturally diverse, consisting of individuals with different social and cultural orientations. The experiences, cultural exposure, and knowledge these individuals have gained over time have created unconscious biases that influence their judgment and interactions with others in the community. These unconscious biases, which are subconscious, can hinder social cohesion and enhance division and tension in these multicultural and diverse communities if they are not properly addressed. Social cohesion is important for the sustainability and progress of our urban communities. One way to foster and strengthen social cohesion is by creating common spaces that provide opportunities for people to connect, socialize, and create memories with others from different social and cultural backgrounds. These spaces, where intercultural and intersocial dialogues and engagements can happen, can positively influence individuals’ perceptions of other cultural and social groups.

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