Promoting Therapeutic Campus Environment through Ceramic Water Fountain Fabrication
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https://doi.org/10.20372/star.V14.i4.05Keywords:
Ceramic Water Fountain, Campus Environment, Mental Well-Being, EnvironmentalAbstract
Rising levels of stress, fatigue, and emotional strain among students and lecturers continue to undermine productivity and general well-being within the academic environments of Nigerian higher institutions. This study focuses on the design and fabrication of a ceramic water fountain intended to enhance relaxation and visual appeal within the university environment. It examines the therapeutic potential of flowing water and draws on evidence-based design research that shows how artificial water landscaping can support psychological wellness by promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety. The project was carried out at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ibogun Campus, where Fine and Applied Arts (FAA) students participated in hands-on fabrication and installation processes of a ceramic water fountain. Despite limitations such as inadequate infrastructure and restricted access to high-quality ceramic materials, the study demonstrates how artistic craftsmanship and vocational skills can support functional and wellness-oriented environmental interventions. The research presents the conceptual development, material sourcing, fabrication procedures, and installation of the ceramic water fountain. It also highlights the contribution of the project to campus aesthetics, environmental enhancement, and practical learning outcomes.
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