Design considerations in multipurpose space of preschool educational environments
Author(s)
Advisor
Demirkan, HalimeDate
1994Publisher
Bilkent University
Language
English
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Abstract
Design requirements of preschool educational environments that support
all aspects of child development are examined in this study. In order to
determine the design criteria for preschool educational environments,
the characteristics and the properties of early childhood are investigated.
Additionally, educational philosophy and psychological influences of
environment which affect the physical organization are stated. Within
this framework, design considerations of preschool educational
environments are discussed under the issues of activity places, alternative
organizations, and items of furniture which build up the environment.
Finally, general design criteria which are necessary for a comfortable
education environment are pointed out.