The Influence of Urban Waterfront Space Landscape Form on the User’s Physiology

Abstract

We analyzed differences in the physiological benefits provided by different waterfront landscape forms, including still water, running water, falling water, and fountains. The results showed that falling water provided the greatest physiological benefit, while fountains provided the smallest benefit. Based on these results, we suggest the use of more falling water forms and fewer fountains in the design of waterfront landscapes.