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Non-Observational Research: A Possible Future Route for Knowledge Acquisition in Architecture and the Arts

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In this chapter we argue that practice-based research cannot be positioned in the (still dominant) paradigm of observational research. Instead we propose methods for ‘non-observational research’ as a suitable paradigm for the making disciplines. We discuss this type of research as a proper extension of observational research. Non-observational research takes individual values and preferences as its resources. In this light we introduce the notions of 'instructions' as outcome and argue that in practice-based fields developing instructions is about the improved recognition of structures and artifacts to extend the interactive performance of experiences. In addition we address the base for evaluation and doctorateness this type of research generates.
Book: Perspectives on Research Assessment in Architecture, Music and the Arts Discussing Doctorateness
Pages: 147 - 158
ISBN:9781138695573