An Analysis of Visual Attention and Perception Toward Environmentally-Oriented Logos Using Eye-tracking and (Heatmap) Techniques

Authors

  • Catthaleeya Rerkpichai Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Singh Singkhajorn Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Prapawis Panassupsuk Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Sanpach Jiarananon Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Sainil Somboon Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Worasiri Pholcharoen Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Piangthida Serisuthikulchai Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Natthakan Kaewkham Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University
  • Phimporn Phanthong Faculty of Management Science, Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University

Keywords:

Logo Design, Sustainability, Eye-tracking, Consumer Perception, Eco-friendliness, Biophilic Design

Abstract

Eco-friendly product logos play a pivotal role in communicating sustainability values. This research analyzes visual behavior toward the "Paper Regen" logo using eye-tracking technology, manual attention mapping, and perception questionnaires. The results indicate that the central loop of the letter "R" garnered the highest visual attention (62.4% fixation), with a scanning sequence of R → Paper → Regen and an average Time to First Fixation (TTFF) of 0.73 seconds. Questionnaire data reflects that the logo effectively communicates "naturalness" and "eco-friendliness" ($M = 4.72$ and $4.61$, respectively). Furthermore, a moderate-to-high correlation was found between these perceptions and fixation duration ($r = 0.61, p < 0.01$). Design recommendations include the use of green color palettes, organic shapes, paper-like textures, and strategic element placement to enhance visual appeal. These findings align with Visual Hierarchy theory and Eco-Aesthetic Design principles.

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Published

2025-12-29

How to Cite

Rerkpichai, C., Singkhajorn, S., Panassupsuk, P., Jiarananon, S., Somboon, S., Pholcharoen, W., Serisuthikulchai, P., Kaewkham, N., & Phanthong, P. . (2025). An Analysis of Visual Attention and Perception Toward Environmentally-Oriented Logos Using Eye-tracking and (Heatmap) Techniques. Innovation Technology Management Communication ITMC, 2(3), 104–120. retrieved from https://so14.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/itmc/article/view/1677

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