Trans-Disciplinary Inquiry Through Convergence of Architecture, Design, Art and Human Science

Abstract

One process of thinking collectively and systemically is trans-disciplinarity by means of human inquiry. Two dimensions complexify research process: Engaging other inquirers from other disciplines and utilizing those disciplines in furthering inquiry. Research Activity System is promoted as a conceptual framework to facilitate productive, collaborative inquiry. The convergence of architecture, design, art and human science provides fertile ground for research foci. Particular attention is given to the construct inducement and its relations to induction and emergence to illustrate purpose, meaning, and value of transdisciplinary inquiry.