FUNCTIONAL INTERIORS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 4(2+2)

Lesson 25 : Designing Interiors for the Hearing Handicapped

Introduction

Some of the basic issues to be aware of when designing interiors for the needs of hearing impaired are

• Physical layout (such as shelving and placement of core service areas)
• Lighting and glare
• Signage
• Safety
• Building elements (for example, use of sound absorbing material)
• Special hearing access equipment