ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the role of acoustics in shaping the experience of movement in buildings and landscapes. Two case studies, one outdoor space and one indoor space, are used to explore the ways in which sound provides a full and nuanced understanding of one's environment. With the movement of a listener, the soundscape changes can be perceived in terms of sound level as well as sound meaning. It is also important to consider the characteristics of the sound spectrum. A common indoor space type that is closely related to movement is the long enclosure, where one dimension is very long, and the other two are relatively short. Such spaces include, not only underground shopping streets and subway stations, but also corridors and concourses in public spaces. For centuries, the development of Sheffield was shaped by waterways. Waterscapes and squares were embedded into the city for their vibrancy with respect to the history of Sheffield.
