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Publication Restricted MULTISENSORY DESIGN FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN IN PRIMARY SCHOOL(2025) THOMAS, ANZU ELSA; Martin, Javier; Interior Design (MA) (Two-Year); Berlin International University of Applied SciencesThis thesis explores how incorporating varied design aspects into architecture might enhance inclusivity and effectiveness for visually impaired (VI) students. Inclusive education law has been strengthened; however, the design aspect is not given much priority. This is because it remains mostly visual stimulus-oriented, with no regard to the spatial, auditory, tactile, olfactory, and thermal requirements of those who are not visual learners. The research employs a multimodal design framework that comprises six main concepts, including environmental creation, auditory, olfactory and thermal guidance, modulation of lighting and visual contrast, tactile interaction, and the formation of sensory zones. The principles were developed through literature review, interdisciplinary theory, and a close reading of environmental psychology, spatial cognition, and universal design. Hazelwood School in Scotland, School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Children in India, and the Centre for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Mexico are analysed based on the findings. These are examples of how thoughtful sensory integration, such as textured floor signs, acoustic aware circulation, scent markers, and shifting lighting, can transform classrooms from visually reliant spaces to spaces that encourage movement, interaction, and autonomous decision-making. This thesis contributes to universal design and enhanced sensory-informed learning architecture literature by calling for a transition from compliance to accessibility standards to general, multimodal inclusion.Item Restricted Multisensory Design Strategies for Dementia-sensitive Architecture(2023) Tihana Milošević; Anwandter, Juan Almarza; Starck, Adrian von; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: The human experience, intricately linked to the brain's complex processes, encompasses intelligence, self-determination, and thoughts. While scientific exploration has unraveled aspects of this complexity, the full potential remains unrealized. Some individuals, grappling with diseases impacting cognitive function and the adverse effects of medication, find their ability to express and engage in daily activities curtailed. This reality fuels disputes over dignity within healthcare, exacerbating the challenges faced by affected individuals (WHO 2015). Dementia, an incurable and pervasive ailment affecting 55 million globally (WHO 2023), poses a significant threat. In Germany alone, 1.8 million individuals contend with dementia, with over 100,000 below the age of 65, and these numbers are on the rise (DAlzG 2022). Recognizing dementia as a "public health priority," organizations like the World Health Organization and Alzheimer's Disease International advocate for systemic adjustments. Initiatives such as the National Dementia Strategy (2020) and its predecessor, 'Die Allianz für Menschen mit Demenz,' focus on countering stigmatization and social isolation. These efforts aim to foster dementia-sensitive spaces, fostering research and social interactions (Federal Government 2021). This research addresses the revolutionary potential of multisensory interior design strategies catering to the sensory needs of those with dementia. By creating life-enhancing spaces, the goal is to contribute to designing principles that prioritize multisensory stimulation. This approach seeks to adapt to individual patient needs, fostering suitable atmospheres that support relationships between affected individuals, their families, friends, and caregivers. Keywords: Human Perception, Cognitive Dysfunction, Dementia, Healthcare, Multisensory Design, National Dementia Strategy, Social Isolation, Life-enhancing Spaces, Interior Design, Sensory Stimulation