Browsing by Author "Senanayake, R"

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A Study of spatial quality conducive to "Healing" in urban house
Senanayake, R
The context of the dissertation is to study the spatial quality conducive to "healing" in urban house. The very thought of the "healing" brings about a perception of which includes spaces which gives physical and psychological comfort to the people. Depending on the important social, cultural, economical and educational factors, "urban living" has made big change over the life style of the people. There by urbanism has great input over the people and the way of their living. Although the city life creates very depressing and stressful environment, people use to gather in the cities due to many reasons. Because of this residential problem and housing issue in the urban context has become a severe case. There by "urban house" becomes a distinctive feature of the city life and it should be a place which make its people heal by it spaces. As architecture means the creating meaning full spaces, Spaces are always reflecting the functions which maintained by its users. And it should guide it users while engaging with the activities which are enhanced in that spaces. The study is primarily concentrated on studying the spatial quality conducive to healing related to the urban house. There by architecture is mainly concentrated on creating meaningful spaces responding to the four major generators. That is, User, Context, Higher purpose and the activity pattern. User, become the most prominent generator from above and as architects we are responding to create spaces which balance the physical & psychological comfort of its users. In architecture it can be identified as the spaces which create the "sense of care" & it defined as spatial qualities conducive to healing. As architects spatial qualities conducive to healing can be designed by several methods & the "healing" can be achieved by different principles. Need of the study In urban context, "urban living" plays a key role. With the scarcity of the land in the city, social factors and the economical factors determines the spatial qualities of the urban house. With the hard life style of the people most of them are in higher depression level. There by people want to release their stress and live in a calm and quiet environment. This environment should heal the 1 psyche of the people and gives spiritual comfort. There by the house should be a place which contains the spatial quality conducive to healing. There by from this study, attempt is to identify urban house and study the spatial quality conducive to healing. The way of people experience the spatial quality conducive to healing and how those spaces will speak to people is important in terms of providing proper habitual spaces. But the physical stress of the people can be counter balance by improving psychological comfort in minds. There the architecture becomes the best medicine of creating healing environment.
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Causative factors for the acceptance of denim as a clothing fashion by Sri Lankan consumers
(Department of Integrated Design, University of Moratuwa, 2024) Munasinghe, KR; Senanayake, R
“Denim” has united the world from its origin to the present day, playing different roles to satisfy different requirements of society as a clothing fashion. This has been accepted throughout the world due to different factors that are unique to a specific community, context, or period of time. This research was a comprehensive study to identify the factors that have caused the acceptance of denim as a clothing fashion in Sri Lanka despite its extrinsic origin. The study was done using a mixed methods approach where both qualitative and quantitative data were gathered through literature, structured interviews, and questionnaire surveys to support the analytical framework, which was modified from the consumer behaviour process. The behaviour of Sri Lankan Denim consumers has been observed through a dual perspective approach to identify the causative factors for the acceptance of Denim. As the final outcome of this research, a set of causative factors that were identified by the consumers and supported by the manufacturers, designers, or marketers were analysed in three phases of the consumer behaviour process to elaborate on how the acceptance of Denim has occurred and continued within the context of Sri Lanka.
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Causative Factors for the Acceptance of Denim as a Clothing Fashion by Sri Lankan Consumers
(Department of Integrated Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Moratuwa., 2022-11) Munasinghe, K; Senanayake, R; Samarawickrama, S
”Denim” has united the world from its origin to the present day, playing different roles to satisfy different requirements of the society as a clothing fashion. This has been accepted throughout the world due to different factors which are unique to a specific community, context, or period of time. This research was a comprehensive study to identify the factors that have caused the acceptance of denim as a clothing fashion in Sri Lanka despite its extrinsic origin. The study is done using a mixed methods approach where both qualitative and quantitative data were gathered through literature, structured interviews, and questionnaire surveys to support the analytical framework which was modified from the consumer behavior process. The behavior of Sri Lankan Denim consumers has been observed through a dual perspective approach to identify the causative factors for the acceptance of Denim. As the final outcome of this research, a set of causative factors that were identified by the consumers and supported by the manufacturers, designers, or marketers were analyzed in three phases of the consumer behavior process to elaborate on how the acceptance of Denim has been occurred and continued within the context of Sri Lanka.
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Challenges faced by batik craftsmen in Sri Lanka
(Department of Integrated Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Moratuwa., 2024) Reshani, P; Senanayake, R; Samarawickrama, S
This research investigates the practice of batik craftsmanship in Sri Lanka, focusing on its unique attributes, the challenges faced by artisans, and its potential for sustainability. Batik, a traditional textile art form introduced to Sri Lanka in the 19th century, is deeply embedded in the country’s cultural heritage and reflects a rich artistic tradition. Despite its significance, the industry confronts numerous socio-economic, environmental, and production-related challenges that hinder its growth and threaten its preservation. This study employs a qualitative research approach, utilizing semi-structured interviews with five batik craftsmen from diverse districts—Puttalam, Colombo, Kandy, Kurunegala, and Galle. The craftsmen, representing various professional roles such as brand owners, instructors, and artists, provided insights into the practice and issues surrounding batik craftsmanship in Sri Lanka. The findings reveal that batik in Sri Lanka remains an entirely handmade process, showcasing the intricate artistic talents of local craftsmen. The unique motifs, color palettes, and inspirations rooted in cultural and religious traditions contribute to batik’s distinctiveness. However, the craft faces significant challenges, including limited market access, high costs of raw materials, and insufficient governmental support. The influx of low-quality, mass-produced alternatives undermines the value of handmade batik, while a lack of societal awareness about the cultural and artistic significance of batik further discourages artisans. Environmental issues such as improper disposal of harmful chemicals, contributing to air, water, and soil pollution, also pose significant concerns. Furthermore, the reliance on traditional production methods and inconsistent transmission of knowledge to younger generations hinder the scalability and sustainability of batik craftsmanship. To address these challenges, the study highlights the importance of documenting batik practices, increasing societal awareness, and implementing government initiatives to support artisans. Encouraging the use of sustainable practices, such as natural dyes and eco-friendly waste management methods, could mitigate environmental impacts while enhancing the craft's appeal in global markets. Facilitating access to broader markets through digital platforms, fair trade initiatives, and collaborations with designers could provide artisans with economic opportunities and help preserve the industry’s heritage. Moreover, systematic knowledge transfer and skill development programs are crucial for sustaining the craft across generations and modernizing production techniques to meet contemporary demands. This research underscores the cultural and artistic significance of Sri Lankan batik and its potential as a sustainable craft in the global market. Addressing the socio-economic, environmental, and production-related challenges requires collaborative efforts from artisans, policymakers, and consumers. By integrating innovative solutions with traditional practices, the batik industry can achieve sustainability while preserving its cultural authenticity. The study provides valuable insights for academia, industry professionals, and policymakers to empower batik artisans and safeguard this cherished heritage for future generations.
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The cost of noncoherence
(IEEE, 2023-10) Gayan, S; Inaltekin, S; Senanayake, R; Evans, J
This paper proposes a novel approach that utilizes differential encoding to overcome the channel estimation problem in communication systems with low-resolution quantization receivers. For differentially encoded data, we derive the maximum likelihood detection rule for the canonical block-2 detectors, employing just two consecutive quantized observations at the channel output and without any receiver-side channel state information. We establish the optimality of this maximum likelihood detection rule within the class of block- L detectors, where L≥3 , under the condition that n=log2M , with n and M denoting the number of quantization bits and input alphabet size, respectively. The derived detector has a simple and easily implementable structure, comparing the quantization region indices of consecutive observations to determine the transmitted message index. By leveraging the structure of the derived optimum detector, we obtain the expression for the message error probability in Rayleigh fading wireless channels. Through asymptotic analysis in the high signal-to-noise ratio regime, we reveal a crucial finding that achieving the same diversity order as infinite bit quantization with full channel knowledge requires an additional two bits at the quantizer, in addition to the minimum requirement of log2M bits. One bit compensates for the low-resolution effect, while the other addresses the lack of channel knowledge. Finally, we conduct an extensive simulation study to demonstrate the performance of the optimum detectors and quantify the performance loss resulting from the absence of channel knowledge at the receiver.
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A Fashion design involvement to uplift the local craft of Dumbara textile weaving
(2017) Gunasekara Hettiarachchige, V; Senanayake, R
An effective craft uplift programme/project has the power of uplifting a whole craft community. In recent years, craft uplift programmes such as, 'design interventions at grassroot level' and 'gamata marketing' (marketing applied to village) caused to change the faces of the crafts and their places in the market. However, unsustainable design interventions due to the negligence of the craft values have directed many crafts to decline. This paper discusses an effective fashion design(FD) involvement taken through fashion as a project to uplift the Sri Lankan indigenous craft of Dumbara textile weaving (DTW). Based on empirical data collected at the craft village, the paper presents the uniqueness and the values of DTW, and then discusses the novelty application of the craft carried out within an experimental framework. On-loom pattern creation during the weaving process is suggested as the most suitable design involvement through fashion. The systematic approach is discussed in order to be able to apply in DTW and gain sustainable advantage.
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Future Directions for Fashion Design Education in Sri Lanka
(2013-12) Senanayake, R
The paper tries to address the key question: ‘what is the role of the fashion designer in the emerging creative economy of Sri Lanka?The answer rests upon the tasks of the Sri Lankan fashion design education and the readiness of the fashion designer qualifies via its training. Data collection was undertaker; through a questionnaire in 2012. The participants were the locally qualified fashion designers who have completed their preliminary fashion design studies between 2004 and 2011. Data analysis was carried to discuss the young fashion designers' educational experience, work experience, personal goals and achievements, and consciousness about the local fashion industry. The research concludes that the fashion business and marketing knowledge, entrepreneurial skills and know global perceptions of fashion design practice are knowledge gaps within the questionnaire participants. If fashion design education adapts to the future directions of the fashion industry. Sri Lanka too can expect much advantage via its practices.
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A zero-waste garment construction approach using an indigenous textile weaving craft
(Taylor and Francis, 2020) Senanayake, R; Gunasekara, HV
With fast-growing fashion consumption, fabric waste created in the production processes is creating adverse impacts on the environment. At the same time, due to the fast fashion cycle, age-old crafts which have passed down through generations, sustaining artisans for centuries, are declining rapidly. The lack of knowledge in artisans to address the competitive market conditions and lack of design knowledge to address the customer need to get the right value can be identified as the major issue leading to the declining of crafts. This research scholarship document is an involvement of a fashion designer, tackling above issues through a unique zero-waste fashion design approach developed with a traditional indigenous handloom textile weaving craft named Dumbara Textile Weaving in Sri Lanka. The process eliminates fabric waste, promoting responsible fashion practices. It is also an attempt by the designer to show artisans new feasible opportunities involving the integration of craft and design.