Autism-friendly design Tuesday 1 November 2016, Manchester
Presentation by Christopher Beaver
What makes an autism-friendly learning environment?
Christopher Beaver ga architects www.autism-architects.com email: c.beaver@ga-architects.com
The Project • • •
How many pupils? Size of classrooms Classroom area per pupil
The Layout • • • • •
Simple geography Avoid corridors Personal space Curved walls Spaces with choice
The Detail • • • • • • • •
Finishes Colours Heating Lighting Acoustics Ventilation Windows Health and safety
LAYOUT
PERSONAL SPACE
COLOURS AND PATTERNS
HEATING
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LIGHTING
ACOUSTICS
VENTILATION
SUPERVISION
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Christopher Beaver ga architects www.autis-architects.com email: c.beaver@ga-architects.com