FUNCTIONAL INTERIORS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 4(2+2)

Lesson 23 : Housing for the Visually Impaired

Furniture

• Arrange furniture in small groupings so that people can converse easily.
• Make sure there is adequate lighting near furniture.
• When purchasing new furniture, select upholstery with texture when possible. Texture provides tactile clues for identification.
• Use brightly colored accessories, such as vases and lamps, to make furniture easier to locate.
• Avoid upholstery and floor covering with patterns. Stripes and checks can create confusion for people who are visually impaired.