Dhruv Thareja, Avitesh Vaishnavi Nayak | International Journal of Town Planning and Management | Vol 11, Issue 01 | pp. 13-30 | ISSN: 2456-5253
Abstract
Abstract
Good communication and the psychological engagement between client and professional leads towards great outcomes/projects. By focusing on collaboration and mutual understanding, the study sheds light on how architects can foster a healthy and transparent relationship with their clients, marked by effective communication and responsiveness at every stage of the project. This approach enables architects to interpret and translate client needs into practical and aesthetic solutions while maintaining the integrity of their design principles. It highlights how such a partnership not only ensures project success but also creates an environment where both parties can learn and grow. The importance of this research is going to focus on architect-client continuous communication and understanding the psychological perspective of a client through the vision of an architect. Demonstrating and elaborating on the problem. The inclusion of different ways of cognitive responsive psychological techniques and understanding them as architects helps in a project and understanding the client’s perspective. For clients, the process becomes an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of architectural practices, enabling them to engage more meaningfully with the design process. For architects, it serves as a platform to expand their creative horizons, as they integrate client inputs and explore new possibilities within their work. This symbiotic interaction not only enhances the quality and relevance of the project but also lays a foundation for innovation and long-term professional growth for both the architect and the client. Ultimately, the study underscores the value of this collaborative approach in fostering a positive working relationship, achieving project goals, and contributing to the broader field of architectural practice and learning.
Keywords: Client management, design sense, client-architect psychology, architectural perspective, relationship
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How to cite this article
@article{TharejaD2025,
author = {Dhruv Thareja and Avitesh Vaishnavi Nayak},
title = {Psychology in Architecture: Client and Architect Relationship},
journal = {International Journal of Town Planning and Management},
year = {2025},
volume = {11},
number = {01},
pages = {13--30},
issn = {2456-5253},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijtpm/article=15943}
}