抄録
This study aimed to analyze and compare the spatial qualities of traditional Mongolian ger, and dome structures based on
general people and generations. Ninety-five Mongolian participants from three different generational cohorts - Generation
Z (18-26 years old), Generation Y (27-44 years old), and Generation X (45-59 years old) - were presented with 360-degree
video scenarios featuring six round room layouts. They were then tasked with evaluating and comparing the spatial comfort
of each scenario. The scenarios were categorized into three groups of furniture layouts: empty, traditional, and modern spaces.
The evaluation included closed questions on a 4-point Likert-type scale and open-ended questions about users’ perceptions
of ger and dome designs. The comfort factors of the ger and dome structures, including space, daylight, and comfort, were
compared using a paired-sample t-test. The study revealed that round structures were significantly affected by daylight,
which impacted the space and comfort of the rooms. As a result, the participants belonging to Generation Y displayed a
significant preference for dome-shaped structures across all layouts. Additionally, the responses highlighted the potential
benefits of incorporating windows into round structural designs to enhance their spatial dimensions and interior layouts.
Furthermore, the open-ended questionnaire responses suggested that the tool-free assembly method used in ger structures
could be a sustainable approach for dome structures. This study highlights the importance of daylight in the design of round
structures.
