Inclusive Design : Residential
The special needs of the clients with their various visual impairments are the centre of the design. Ryan has residual vision, while Maria is living with tunnel vision and night blindness.
Location
Type: Residential
Location: 37 Bulwer St, Toronto, Canada
Date: Sep - Dec 2021
Software: AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop
Design Concept
Throughout the design development, ease of orientation and minimal visual confusion are the essential concepts to support Ryan’s developing independence. For Maria, an effective circulation of the house is the key.The color contrast, sensory walls and light contrast act as navigational devices to support Ryan with his residual vision to navigate his way around the house, to further increase his sense of confidence.Combing significant number of green spaces benefits, the couple who are both working at home to attain a healthy lifestyle in a hectic urban context. Biologically green is the color to reduce pressure on eyes and helps relax them and their mind. Based on their outgoing lifestyle, often inviting friends to come over and hanging out, open planning on the first floor and outdoor seating area including backyard and roof garden offer abundant options to enjoy their recreational times.
Client Portfolio
Maria Brown
- Occupied as an Art Teacher;
- Night Blindness;
- Tunnel Vision;
- Planting her garden as her hobby;
- Outgoing and adapted to living with Condition
Ryan Brown
- Occupied as a musician;
- Guide Dog Lola;
- Visual Impairment with Residual Vision;
- Cooking and baking as his hobby;
- Outgoing and adapted to living with Condition
Concept Models
Ease of Orientation: Sensory walls
Study Model: Green Space
Color and Light Contrast
Design Process
Presentation Renders
