A group of researchers has published a study on the impact of colorful interventions and elements of nature on people’s lives. For this, virtual reality was used to simulate the natural environments that can be found during a nature walk, as well as in urban environments, dominated by the gray of concrete.
The study, shared in the scientific journal Frontiershighlights the positive impact of green environments during spontaneous physical activities and on the general well-being of users. Scientists claim that it is very difficult to measure and collect the quality and psychological impact in real natural settings, which is why Por used a virtual reality solution.
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In this case Several scenarios were created, including the placement of colored marks on the floor, allowing users to have sensations of speed, behavior of observing the scenario, and the respective psychological impact was recorded. The study involved 36 adults, who were evaluated both in gray urban environments and in the green of nature.
Os results obtained in virtual reality were similar to those that had been collected in natural environments: Participants walked slower and had better heart rates in green settings than in gray settings, thus indicating more pleasant experiences. Spontaneous walks were more present in the colorful designs and the observations were longer in these natural settings.
In the publication, stated that humans are physiologically better adapted to live in green vegetation than in concrete environments. “However, it is not always possible to introduce natural vegetation into these building environments”, say the scientists. And that city planning, with the lack of resources, can interfere with plans to include green spaces in cities.
The team of researchers created simulated environments, such as points and other infrastructure covered with vegetation and trees, giving them a more natural look. And user responses were conclusive, with positive results in the presence of the colors of nature.
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