Evaluation of The Use of Color and Identity Formation in Educational Spaces: The Case of the Eastern Mediterranean University Campus-North Cyprus

A basic component of architectural and interior architecture, color shapes spatial perception, cognitive ability, and emotional reactions. Though important, its use in learning environments is still mostly arbitrary and usually devoid of a method grounded on empirical data. With an especially eye on its effects on spatial identity, navigation, and user experience, this study looks at how color shapes educational environments. The primary research question is: Can a methodical approach to employing color improve the quality of spaces in various educational environments? The study seeks to close the gap between color theory and its pragmatic implementation in educational institutions. To investigate this, the study looks at the relationship between color and spatial identity and investigates whether the properties of color could help shape a methodical approach to the design of learning environments. Using a mixed-method approach—that which combines qualitative and quantitative techniques—this study uses While field observations, organized inventory tables, and graphic documentation add empirical evidence, a thorough literature review creates a theoretical basis. The distribution and impact of color in educational settings are evaluated using quantitative studies. The case study is on Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), where particular instructional environments are examined to assess present color schemes and suggest changes. The study admits certain limits that greatly affect color visibility: cultural differences in color perception and the absence of lighting influences. Moreover, the study is limited to faculty buildings on the university campus, therefore eliminating auxiliary areas including sports facilities and student service centers. The results show that a well-organized technique for color application in educational environments improves spatial awareness, cognitive function, and emotional well being. Based on the purpose of each place, the study advises different colors should be used strategically: cool tones like blue and green in schools to promote focus, warm hues in social areas to encourage engagement, and neutral colors in transitional zones to help orientation. The study concludes that adding an evidence-based color strategy will help to raise the general functionality and quality of learning surroundings. This study offers a disciplined framework for the use of color, therefore supporting the larger debate on design in education. It provides insightful analysis for builders, teachers, and legislators trying to maximize learning settings with well-chosen colors. Future studies should take lighting and color interaction into account to improve spatial cognition in learning environments even more. Keywords: Color, Educational Spaces, Space Identity, Cognitive Effects of Color, Campus Design.