COMMUNITY WELLNESS
CARNEY ACADEMY
ABOUT
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A service learning opportunity to create an accessible sensory wing that promotes community among the ASD population.
My portion of this project primarily included common spaces and wayfinding.
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RESEARCH
Historical, observational, and interactive research conducted to better understand the effects and necessary considerations when designing for the ASD community.
CONCEPT
The Four Natural Elements - Water, Wind, Earth, & Fire - provide the balance of energy needed to establish and maintain our pyschological and physical well-being.
EVIDENCE BASED DESIGN
SIGHT:
Muted colors
Quiet patterns
Organization
Sensory moments including alcoves and activities throughout to regulate behavior
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LIGHTING:
Natural lighting
Frosted windows to prevent distraction
Layered & dimmable lighting
WAYFINDING:
Navigation strategies
Visual elements to separate spaces
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MATERIALS:
Sound absorbing
Durable
Easy to clean
Soft flooring
Reduced texture
BIOPHILIA:
Natural lighting & elements
Outdoor spaces for learning
SANITIZING:
Easily cleanable materials
Access to handwashing stations throughout
Level 1
Level 2
Evidence based design is keyed throughout plans and renderings to demonstrate use of important considerations within the project.
A common space to promote community and learning among the student population
Alcove seating for touchdown sensory moments
Change in flooring to designate space
Soft rubber flooring
Alcove seating for touchdown sensory moments
Frosted lower windows
Alcoves provide privacy
within a larger space
Bookshelves incorporate nooks to encourage exploration
Change in flooring to designate seating