Immersive experience between neurodivergence and neurotypicality Community Center for and by Autistic adults

This thesis explores the design of a community center tailored for autistic adults, aiming to foster inclusivity and blur boundaries between neurodiverse and non-neurodiverse individuals. Through interdisciplinary approaches, it investigates spatial and sensory elements to create an immersive experience where everyone can perceive the world through an autistic person's perspective. By prioritizing sensory inclusivity and participatory design, the center aims to provide a supportive environment for exploration and interaction. Additionally, it explores how immersive experiences can cultivate empathy, bridging gaps and fostering genuine connections. Ultimately, this thesis advocates for a paradigm shift in community space design, celebrating neurodiversity and promoting unity.

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Architecture

Level thesis:degree_level

masters

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Architecture

Department dc:contributor.department

Architecture

Grantor dc:publisher

Virginia Tech

Year dc:date.issued

2024

Author dc:creator

• Sangani, Devanshi Alpeshbhai

Chair dc:contributor.committeechair

• Jones, James R.

Committee members dc:contributor.committeemember

• Zellner Bassett, Paola A.
• Washco, Kristin Nicole

• Community center
• Sense of wholeness
• Awareness on neurodiversity
• Inclusive design
• Sensory Design

Statement dc:rights

• In Copyright

Licence dc:rights.uri

• http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

Language dc:language.iso

en

Dc Identifier Other

vt_gsexam:40900

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:vtechworks.lib.vt.edu:10919/119466