How can we measure human cognition and emotions for human centric design in interior urban spaces

Understanding the impact on individuals and the socio-psychological effects of residing in continuously developed high-rise and densely populated urban areas is a crucial part of assessing the quality of interior spaces, particularly in how this may feed into a hu-man-centred urban design process. This research offers a novel, neuro-scientific re-search approach using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to establish a connection between emotions and the spatial conditions of urban environments. The study utilises data collected through fMRI to shed light on the intricate relationship be-tween urban design and psychological well-being, underscoring the value of incorporat-ing neuroscientific approaches into urban studies. By unraveling cognition patterns as-sociated with different emotions, the findings advocate for the leveraging of these in-sights to improve urban livability and ensure that design practices are centered around human experiences.