Key research themes
1. What historical, social, and legal factors shape the concept and regulation of decorum and appropriate conduct in parliamentary and public institutional contexts?
This theme explores how notions of decorum, appropriateness, and regulation in formal public spheres—such as parliamentary discourse, architectural ornamentation, and institutional behavior—have evolved through legal and cultural histories. It highlights the role of decorum as a normative principle governing conduct and appearance, both in speech and spatial settings, and how legal frameworks have codified or debated these principles in various contexts.
2. How have historical and legal frameworks governed the construction and symbolism of sacred and political spaces?
This theme examines the intersection of legal regulations, architectural patronage, and symbolic representation in the construction of sacred buildings and political architectures. It interrogates how legal norms, historical events, and social hierarchies influence the materiality, decoration, and use of these spaces to express authority, identity, and social order.