Alp Tural

Brief Bio

Alp Tural is an Assistant Professor in the Interior Design Program. His research interests lie mainly at the intersection of interior spatial experience and technology. Using eye tracking and digital photography, he explores issues related to visual perception and building codes. He teaches sophomore design studios, building systems, and construction documents courses.

Research areas

• Eye tracking
• Virtual reality
• Lighting

Affiliations

Assistant Professor
Virginia Tech
201 Cowgill Hall (MC 0205), Blacksburg, Virginia, USA
Email: alp@vt.edu
Tel: 540-231-1846
Website: https://archdesign.caus.vt.edu/faculty/alptural/

Publications

Lighting distribution analyses in low-light indoor settings: An HDR-based analysis to improve night-time lighting design solutions for seniors and the visually impaired
Conference: Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Research Symposium, Light + Intelligence
Published: 2022

Luminance contrast analyses for low vision in a senior living facility: A proposal for an HDR image‐based analysis tool
Journal: Building & Environment
Published: 2014

Lighting Monuments: Reflections on Outdoor Lighting and Environmental Appraisal
Journal: Building and Environment
Published: 2006