Browsing Department of Architectural Studies (MU) by Thesis Advisor "Phillips, Ronald G."
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Age-generations in the workplace : an organization system type and space use preference systems analysis
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2017)The 21st Century workforce includes four generations for the first time in US history yielding unparalleled workplace diversity. A systems approach was used to assess University of Missouri Extension employees' world view ... -
A descriptive study of workplace attributes : environmental preference index examined through organizational system preference typologies
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)Creating an effective workplace to fit each setting can be useful in changing social cognitive behavior, increasing employee retention, providing effective work environments, increasing company profits, and attracting new ... -
Environmental analysis of pathology laboratory patient service centers: a pattern of language approach
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2005)This thesis employs the theories underlying environment and behavior research to address the needs of a pathology laboratory organization. The main focus of this work is to establish basic space requirements for new patient ... -
Environmental preferences of users in co-located colleges
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)Co-location, the merging of two organizational entities into one shared space, requires collaboration to be successful. The benefits of co-location can be realized if the combined entities are compatible. This dissertation ... -
Examining the relationship between place attachment and community involvement : impact on social capital in communities in rural Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Rural communities face unique challenges; many are declining as evidenced by empty storefronts on Main Streets that were once the economic backbone ... -
Experience by design : a post occupancy evaluation of the Tarrant County College fire service training center, Fort Worth, Texas
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2011)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Firefighting is an extremely hazardous, potentially life-threatening occupation where failures in training quite often lead to injury or death. A ... -
Exploring place attachment in rural Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This research project utilizes Scannell and Gifford's (2010) person-process-place framework to develop a tool of measurement that will: 1) Determine ... -
Exploring the Relative Impacts of Altruistic, Biospheric, and Egoistic Motivations to Adopt Green Housing Features
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2014)The study's goal was to determine how much each of three types of motivation contribute to the adoption of green housing features. The motivations studied were altruistic, biospheric, and egoistic, according to Schultz' ... -
Factors influencing homeowners' decisions to seek residential energy efficiency knowledge
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2007)Knowledge on energy efficiency methods has been available for decades. The question this study is seeking to answer is "what factors influence homeowners to seek out knowledge on energy efficiency?" This research replicates ... -
Factors that influence ease of wayfinding in a hospital setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT AUTHOR'S REQUEST.] This study examined the ease of wayfinding and place legibility as constructs for improving hospital experiences for patients and visitors in a health ... -
A green residential wish list : most important features according to homeowners
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Buildings are leaders in the production of negative environmental impacts. However, the Environment and Behavior literature lacks studies on consumers' ... -
Home energy conservation : psychological and environmental worldviews
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)With recent changes in the economy and a dwindling supply of natural resources, energy conservation is a very relevant and important concern among homeowners. Each homeowner has a unique perception of environmental issues, ... -
Images of community crime in Ferguson, Missouri : older adults perspectives prior to July 2014
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2015)Environmental demands such as crime and fear of crime can affect how older adults perceive their individual quality of life in the community. The purpose of this research study was to investigate how older adults perceive ... -
Methods and strategies for bridging the design practitioner-researcher gap
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)The goal of this thesis is to confirm there is a continuing application gap by identifying current attitudes of design practitioners to the usefulness of EBR, preferred forms of communication of EBR, and reasons for lack ... -
Part-time schedules for children in campus child care centers : a MAUT analysis of challenges faced by administrators
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2010)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] This dissertation explored the concept of part-time schedules for children in campus child care centers as a challenge faced by administrators. A ... -
Place advocacy at Snowshoe Mountain Resort : a case study of a destination ski resort
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2006)The purpose of the research was to gain a greater understanding of what is so special about Snowshoe Mountain Resort. Snowshoe Mountain has a unique sense of place that is established through the built, natural, and social ... -
'Place to work' index : a study of workplace attributes
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2012)The last 25 years has seen a substantial evolution in business practices and work environments. Complex and intersecting facets of commerce have compelled the employer and employee relationship to engage in increasing ... -
A study of workplace attributes : 'place to work' index examined through organizational preference
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)The last 25 years has seen a substantial evolution in business practices and work environments. Complex and intersecting facets of commerce have compelled the employer and employee relationship to engage in increasing ... -
Urban Mongolia : an integrative culturally-sensitive sustainability-focused design + planning framework for ger districts
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2008)[ACCESS RESTRICTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI AT REQUEST OF AUTHOR.] Informal settlements, often cast as slums, present remarkably difficult challenges for environmental designers, politicians, civil servants and, of ... -
Improving the person-environment congruence for an office setting
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2013)Creating an effective workplace to fit each unique setting can be useful to change social cognitive behavior, increase employee retention, provide effective work environments, increase company profits and attract new ...