Male bowerbirds create and decorate a structure called a bower which serves only to attract females for mating, and females visit and choose one among many bower owners before deciding which male to mate with. Is what they do art, and do they have an aesthetic sense? I propose operational definitions of art, judgement, and an aesthetic sense which depend upon communication theory which allow on...

This paper explores an approach to understanding player experience and immersion through aesthetic theory. It should be noted that the paper limits itself to a consideration of single­player, avatar­based games with a narrative element. This paper will argue that the experience of immersion is intrinsically tied in with the body and its spatio­temporal positioning within a fictional or construc...

<p>Aesthetics is a pillar consideration in historic preservation. Yet, purposing aesthetics for preservation ends seems to lag behind the opportunities. Utterly subjective, poses challenges community worldwide moderate, accommodate, and purpose heritage programs. The revolve around assessment of aesthetical three domains. These domains include disposition towards accommodating (advocacy),...