Study of the Psychological Effect on the Green Space in Rainy Weather

Abstract

Most studies on the psychological effects of green spaces have been based on the premise of fine weather. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to clarify the psychological effects of green spaces in rainy weather by the evaluation experiment at three spaces: indoor, semi-outdoor, and outdoor. The results of the evaluation experiment on green spaces revealed that the preferred impressions of green spaces in the rain were dark, quiet, and calm. It was suggested that there may be some psychological effect even in rainy weather as in fine weather. However, the temperature has a strong influence on these results. Therefore, it is necessary to re-verify the presence or absence of psychological effects. On the other hand, from the results of an interview survey on the impression of rain showed that their feet getting wet in rainy weather was the most concern. And hearing the sound of rain and smelling rain disposed one to positive feelings. Depending on the results of future studies, this could be a factor that contribute to the utilization of green spaces in rainy weather.