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you can see some of my work on this project here: http://www.matthewduncan.org/Images/pdf_school.pdf theres a few images there. (no details or descriptions really, but you can read this thread and figure out most of the details). The project was research heavy so not all of the renderings are...

What is everyone's input on different types of equipment/personal electronics for the children? I've got some ideas of things that could be in the library and classrooms but not sure what would be most beneficial for the cost as some are quite pricey. See Technical Devices and Special Equipment...

So maybe a small area to accommodate for dogs for visitors would be more appropriate, if anything at all. Thanks

Be sure and research DeafSpace Guidelines - Gallaudet University

Thanks for the input NDSU. These 2 sites have some good ideas for equipment in the schools, maybe with some input from people on this forum we can figure out which may prove to be more valuable and useful in the school. Some are also quite expensive so some input here would be great rather...

Draft will not be ready for a few weeks... I am still researching. I will hopefully have a floor plan/schematic design by mid-april.

For some reason my last post didn't send.. weird. Thanks warpedpink, I will send a message to that listserv soon and let you know what type of responses I get. Reba, all great ideas that will definitely be considered in my design. Now, when you say places to charge electronic devices do you...

Thanks warpedpink for the suggestion, I'll send out an email to that listserv soon and let you know what responses I get. Reba, all great points that will definitely be considered in my design. Now when you say lots of places to charge personal electronics, do you mean things like laptops...

Well here were a few thoughts I had. Most are based on case studies of existing structures similar to this. Some are obvious I guess but its a start. Some apply more to blind students and some to deaf students. -A "sensory wall" vs. typical institutional handrails - textured wall that...

Well thanks for your input, and I sincerely apologize if the way I phrased my language was offensive. I appreciate you calling me out as the last thing I want is to be rude. So from what I am understanding, adding these "way-finding textures" or structural modifications, whatever it may be...

Thanks, researching them now.

I a design student working on my thesis project. I chose to design a school for the blind and deaf. I am not deaf/hard of hearing so I figured I'd ask for some help/opinions here. The task is to design a K-12 school with extended stay dormitories and the essentials.. library, cafeteria...