
Considerations of the Built Environment for Autistic Individuals: A Review of the Literature
Black, McGarry, Churchill, D-Arcy, Dalgleish, Nash, Jones, Yan Yse, Gibson, Bölte and Girdler (2022)
This study reviews how aspects of the built environment, like room layout, lighting, sound, and colour, can significantly impact autistic individuals due to differences in sensory processing. It offers practical design recommendations, such as using simple layouts, retreat spaces, dimmable lighting, and soundproofing, to create more inclusive and adaptable spaces that support the needs of all users.
Considerations of the Built Environment for Autistic Individuals: A Review of the Literature
Black, McGarry, Churchill, D-Arcy, Dalgleish, Nash, Jones, Yan Yse, Gibson, Bölte and Girdler (2022)
This study reviews how aspects of the built environment, like room layout, lighting, sound, and colour, can significantly impact autistic individuals due to differences in sensory processing. It offers practical design recommendations, such as using simple layouts, retreat spaces, dimmable lighting, and soundproofing, to create more inclusive and adaptable spaces that support the needs of all users.