
In architecture, the concepts of “mass” and “volume” are regarded as fundamental design components that constitute the physical presence of a building. Mass defines the formal unity of a building as perceived from the outside; volume, by contrast, refers to the interior spatial emptiness enclosed by this mass and made available for use. The mass-volume relationship not only determines the physical character of a building but also shapes the user’s perception and experience of space. These two co
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Esra Özkafa

In architecture, the concepts of “mass” and “volume” are regarded as fundamental design components that constitute the physical presence of a building. Mass defines the formal unity perceived from the exterior, while volume describes the interior spatial emptiness enclosed by that mass. The mass-volume relationship not only determines the physical character of a building but also shapes the user’s perception and experience of space. These two concepts have been addressed throughout architectural
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Esra Özkafa