A New Point of View: Designing for Understanding

Once students were presented with the design restrictions, they ran with it. Walking around and speaking to them, students’ excitement was palpable. One student shared that she is autistic and wanted to design a room that would suit her personal needs. Another student shared that a family member uses a wheelchair and wanted to explore a room design that would allow that person to move freely in the space without restriction. It was evident in students’ final projects and design boards that they didn’t just learn a technical skill; they gained a deeper understanding of their community and those around them.

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