An Application of Autism-responsive Landscape Design in Commercial Plaza Space

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dc.contributor.advisorClarke, Steven
dc.contributor.authorXu, Zihan
dc.date.accessioned2023-05-18T14:17:11Z
dc.date.available2023-05-18T14:17:11Z
dc.date.copyright2023-05
dc.date.created2023-05-16
dc.degree.departmentSchool of Environmental Design and Rural Developmenten_US
dc.degree.grantorUniversity of Guelphen
dc.degree.nameMaster of Landscape Architectureen_US
dc.degree.programmeLandscape Architectureen_US
dc.description.abstractContemporary urban landscape design, prioritizes a generalized population, overlooking families and children with autism. Outdoor commercial landscapes in particular are regularly visited but fail to account for the diverse needs of visitors. The aim of this study is to explore and evaluate landscape design strategies for outdoor commercial landscapes that minimize environmental barriers and support diverse needs of children with autism and their families. Following an analysis and synthesis of autism-focused design guideline, a case study of a commercial plaza in Guelph, Ontario was used to assess the design guideline application. Findings showed that there are several issues that need to be addressed in an outdoor commercial environment, including safety risks, sensory stimulation, and lack of legible environment. Finally, this study provides critical reflection for landscape and urban designers to improve outdoor commercial environments in the future to make them more suitable for families and children with autism.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10214/27626
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherUniversity of Guelphen
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dc.subjectChildren with autismen_US
dc.subjectCommercial landscape designen_US
dc.titleAn Application of Autism-responsive Landscape Design in Commercial Plaza Spaceen_US
dc.typeThesisen
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