A different mind: an educational and communal hub for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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dc.contributor.authorBarber, Emily
dc.contributor.examiningcommitteeEspersen-Peters, Kurt (Interior Design)
dc.contributor.examiningcommitteeThomson, Kendra (Brock University)
dc.contributor.supervisorRoshko, Tijen
dc.date.accessioned2024-09-17T14:13:16Z
dc.date.available2024-09-17T14:13:16Z
dc.date.issued2024-08-27
dc.date.submitted2024-08-27T11:44:20Zen_US
dc.date.submitted2024-09-17T06:29:53Zen_US
dc.degree.disciplineInterior Design
dc.degree.levelMaster of Interior Design (M.I.D.)
dc.description.abstractThis practicum project explores the intersection of interior design, social forms, and the needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through the adaptive reuse of the Odd Fellows Home. An Educational and Communal Hub was designed to explore how interior design can play a role in creating inclusive environments not only for children diagnosed with ASD but also for neuro-typical children. Drawing on theories by Pallasmaa and Zumthor, as well as strategies from Gaines et al and Patron-Wildes, the project proposes a design approach focused on creating flexible, mindful, and accommodating spaces within the Hub. By considering sensory experiences and incorporating soothing elements, such as colours, lighting, and textures, the design aims to promote well-being, learning, and development for children with ASD. This project emphasizes the importance of understanding and accommodating the specific needs of these individuals to foster their full potential. Ultimately, it advocates for interior design to be a tool to create inclusive and memorable environments that cater to the multisensory experiences of individuals, both in built and natural settings.
dc.description.noteOctober 2024
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/1993/38611
dc.language.isoeng
dc.subjectAutism
dc.subjectInterior Design
dc.subjectInclusionary Design
dc.subjectAccessibility
dc.subjectChildren with developmental disorders
dc.subjectAutism Spectrum Disorder
dc.titleA different mind: an educational and communal hub for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
local.subject.manitobayes
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