Inspiration Space
Towards a theory of creativity-supporting learning environments
K.C. Thoring (TU Delft - OLD Design Theory and Methodology, Anhalt University of Applied Sciences Dessau)
Milene Gonçalves (TU Delft - OLD Management and Organisation)
Roland M. Mueller (Berlin School of Economics and Law)
P. Badke-Schaub (TU Delft - OLD Design Theory and Methodology)
PMA Desmet (TU Delft - Form and Experience)
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Abstract
Building on the assumption that the physical environment can have an influence on the creativity of designers and design students in particular, the aim of this paper is to provide theoretical propositions and evidences for this relationship. We develop various propositions about the influence of physical environments on creativity, based on eight expert interviews and supported by literature. A particular focus was given to the environments of design educational institutions. We present a summary of the main insights
and visualize the developed propositions as a causal graph addressing how space influences creativity. These propositions can be regarded as a first step towards a theory of creativity-supporting learning environments and they can serve as a reference when designing or adjusting creative learning spaces.
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