The architectural experience of the Kasbah of Algiers: Insights from le Corbusier’s experience and neuroarchitecture

The Kasbah of Algiers evokes profound emotional engagement through its dynamic spatial and atmospheric properties, as revealed by a neuro-phenomenological analysis rooted in Le Corbusier's experience. Key elements—curved street contours, harmonic colors, panoramic sea views, human-scale proportions, height-light contrasts, and navigational walking routes—interact to shape perception, blending physical and cognitive-affective dimensions. This study pioneers an assessment tool that decodes personal architectural experiences, demonstrating how prior knowledge and aspirations integrate with spatial attributes to influence emotional responses. By leveraging text-based analysis of Le Corbusier's observations, the research uncovers the Kasbah as a complex network of interconnected elements that stir both cognitive and sensory reactions.

Rezzoug, I., & Boussora, K. (2021). The architectural experience of the Kasbah of Algiers: Insights from le Corbusier’s experience and neuroarchitecture. Spatium, (45), 67–78. https://doi.org/10.2298/spat2145067r