What makes an autism-friendly learning environment?

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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


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