Our Research
American Art Resources conducts research involving human perception of the built environment with emphasis on art. We apply our findings to design solutions that positively impact our clients’ art program design. Our company has produced numerous related studies, journal articles, white papers and presentations and has been featured in a PBS documentary.
Academic Collaborations:
Auburn University • National University of Singapore • Texas Tech University • Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico • University of Houston • University of Missouri • University of Texas at Arlington • University of Texas at San Antonio

Art Preferences Across Cultures
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico; National University of Singapore, Kent Ridge, Singapore; University of Texas, San Antonio, Texas

Impact of Visual Art on Patient Behavior in the Emergency Department Waiting Room
Study conducted at St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital — Houston, Texas

Art Preference for Pediatric Patients
Study conducted at Memorial Hermann Hospital — Houston, Tx

Post Occupancy Evaluation of Evidence Based Art Program
Study conducted at M.D. Anderson — Houston, Tx

Art Preferences of Neurology/Oncology Patients
Study conducted at Houston Methodist — Houston, Tx

Image and Emotion: From Outcomes to Brain Behavior
(Funded by the Center for Health Design Research Coalition Grant, 2009-10) A Literature Review