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Architecture for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Therapists
Neda Norouzi1, Cristina Michelle Garza1
112346The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.
HERD
|May 19, 2021
Summary
This study presents an architectural framework for designing adaptable therapy rooms to enhance comfort and participation for children with autism. The framework aids architects and designers in creating effective pediatric rehabilitation spaces.
Area of Science:
- Environmental psychology
- Architectural design
- Pediatric therapy
Background:
- Environmental factors significantly influence human behavior, yet effective designs for pediatric rehabilitation therapy rooms are under-researched.
- This study investigates the impact of therapy room design on children's comfort, participation, and therapists' treatment efficacy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify an architectural design framework for creating adaptable and transformative therapy rooms.
- To improve the therapeutic experience for children with autism and their therapists.
Main Methods:
- Utilized grounded theory to analyze data from two surveys.
- Gathered insights from professional therapists regarding their experiences with therapeutic room design.
Main Results:
- Developed an architectural framework based on specific design tenets and properties.
- The framework is applicable for both new constructions and remodeling of existing therapy rooms.
Conclusions:
- The proposed framework provides evidence-based design strategies for pediatric therapy environments.
- Facilitates the creation of more effective and supportive therapeutic spaces for children with autism.
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