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At Home with Autism: Designing Housing for the Spectrum
Kim Steele
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Description for At Home with Autism: Designing Housing for the Spectrum
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At Home with Autism: Designing Housing for the Spectrum introduces readers to conditions and aspirations of adults on the autism spectrum that demand a new approach to how we provide, locate, design and develop homes in which they live. The book argues that there is no singular stellar residential model, just as there is no singular prototype of autism. Grounded in an extensive array of research sources, the book identifies resident-focused quality of life goals, and profiles design guidelines directed to those goals. The book implores those involved in housing design, production and policy to expand their exposure to what ... Read more
At Home with Autism: Designing Housing for the Spectrum introduces readers to conditions and aspirations of adults on the autism spectrum that demand a new approach to how we provide, locate, design and develop homes in which they live. The book argues that there is no singular stellar residential model, just as there is no singular prototype of autism. Grounded in an extensive array of research sources, the book identifies resident-focused quality of life goals, and profiles design guidelines directed to those goals. The book implores those involved in housing design, production and policy to expand their exposure to what ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Weight
699g
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
Bristol, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781447307976
SKU
V9781447307976
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About Kim Steele
Kim Steele is a research and design consultant focused on improving quality of life through design. She works with residents, community leaders and organizations to tackle chronic health issues by improving the built environment. She is the parent of a daughter with autism. Sherry Ahrentzen, PhD, is Shimberg Professor of Housing Studies at University of Florida. ... Read more
Reviews for At Home with Autism: Designing Housing for the Spectrum
Anyone seeking to create a home for an adult on the autism spectrum needs to read this book. Steele and Ahrentzen combine their extraordinary understanding of autism and design to provide a clear guide for crafting living environments that respond to the unique individual needs of those with ASD. Fred G. Karnas, The Kresge Foundation In At Home ... Read more