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An exploratory study of preferred tree form

Reference Type
Journal, Research (Article)

Two computer-generated tree icons plus one icon copied from a nursery catalog were designed with five variations each in canopy size, trunk height, and trunk width. Seven classes of students selected the most attractive tree forms. Respondents showed a preference for larger canopies and for smaller and thinner trunks. Preferred canopy size was positively related to trunk thickness and less to trunk height. The results support the predictions of habitat theory regarding preferred tree shape and show the feasibility of using psychophysical methods to explore these issues. [UMN]

Authors
R. Sommer, J. Summit
Date Published
1995
Journal/Conference
Environment and Behavior
Publisher
Sage Publications
Publisher Location
Beverly Hills, CA (US)
ISBN/ISSN
0013-9165
Volume/Issue/Number
27//4
Start Page
540
End Page
557
Sub-Topics
Aesthetics, Structure (tree)
Keywords
Aesthetic Benefits of Urban Forests
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