What Makes a Courtyard Feel Sheltered
Ordinary corners, shopfronts, paving, signs, and transitions between old and new often reveal more about a city than its famous sights.
What Makes a Courtyard Feel Sheltered explores everyday design details and the small choices that influence how places look, feel, and work.
Start with the whole scene
Notice scale, light, movement and surroundings before focusing on individual details.
Look at how it is made
Materials, openings, edges, planting and furniture all contribute to character.
Watch how it is used
Real behaviour reveals natural routes and comfortable places to pause.
Notice change
Weather, light, wear and season reveal qualities a quick visit can miss.
Keep one observation
Remember one useful detail and compare it with the next place you visit.
