ABODE OF HOPE A CENTRE FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN, GAZIPUR

Abstract

In this thesis, the study of the problems the visually impaired people face in various environments and the architectural solutions to minimize them are described. Architectural practice has long been dominated by the sight. While architects consider universal access in most cases, consideration of the experience of a disabled person inside the building is yet to be practiced in mainstream architectural practice. There has not been much recognition of the growing understanding of the multisensory nature of the human mind that has emerged from the field of cognitive neuroscience research. Persons with disabilities are more likely to experience economic and social disadvantages than those without disabilities. Regarding this issue, there are no fully equipped disabled centers in Bangladesh. The design process considers the suitability of the site, and necessary functions and the main aim of the project is to make people conscious of universal accessibility and make blind children a part of our social and cultural activity which will, in turn, make these children more strong, honest and self-confident. The visually impaired children need education and proper guidance to live independently. Thus, the importance of this project cannot be neglected as it will uplift a part of the society which has been held back because of the lack of proper training. Architecture has the power to create a specific space for them and change their lives. This center will aim to better the lives of these visually impaired children who are greatly neglected.