Design of Inclusive Children's Playgrounds
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The article is devoted to the design of children's playgrounds taking into account the needs of children with disabilities, focusing on inclusivity and safety. The paper considers compliance with safety standards and gives examples of specialized game elements for various needs of children with physical and cognitive disabilities. The relevance of the topic is due to the growing awareness of the society about the need for inclusive environments for children with different abilities. Such sites become a space for social interaction and general development.Purpose: The aim of this paper is to study playgrounds for children with disabilities taking into account their inclusivity and safety.Methodology: The analysis of playgrounds, the study of various projects of playgrounds, both public and specialized for children with disabilities in order to identify design trends.Research findings: The key factors and aspects required to create playgrounds for children with disabilities are identified.
Authors: Kh. V. Mitsaeva, E. N. Polyakov
Institution: Tomsk State University of Architecture and Building
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4403880867