SHAHD INTERIORS
NAWADER - Educational & recreational center for autistic children
Sector
Interior Design Portfolio
Location
Qatar, AlRayyan, Mathaf - Education City
Year
2024
Shahd Al Abdulla
Nawader نــوادر
Embracing Uniqueness
Concept Statement
A stimulating environment catered to the distinctive creativity of autistic children within Qatar’s educational institutions.
About the project
An educational & recreational center that plays a crucial role in advancing autistic children's awareness and acceptance in the country, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for those children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Design Concept
Inspired by the natural organic shapes and forms of the unique species
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concept carefully developed to provide and foster autistic children. Inspired by the graceful and protective stingray, this concept smoothly blends nature and organic shapes to provide a sensory-friendly atmosphere for children.
Target users
Children from 3 to 13 years old Children at that age can effectively grow and develop their cognitive abilities and enhance their sensory experience.
Floor plan
Ground Floor plan
Zones
Rendered Floor plan
Design Considerations
Engaging sensory experinces, such as incorporating an interactive elements that encourage tactile exploration, auditory stimulation, and visual engagement.
Illustrations of sensory wall options
Sketch of the quiet retreat library. Considering the acoustics and different materials, levels, and the atmosphere
sketch that shows the use of color-coded pathway method on the floors and classrooms with different colors for easy navigation
Visuals & Renders
Key spaces that are important to consider
Activity room:
This sensory, motor, and life skills room is designed to be a haven for children with autism. It is semicircular in shape and designed in a soothing color scheme of 60% earth tones, 30% mild blues, and 10% refreshing greenery.
Designed to foster each child's journey through visual, tactile, and interactive activities, it's a place where calm meets discovery. A sanctuary for study, creativity, and personal development, this place is filled with calming hues and natural features.
Rendered section of the activity room
Sketch style of the activity room
Render style of the activity room
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Moodboard
Activity room
Furniture collage
Classroom
Watercolor render style of the classroom
Watercolor render style of the children art studio
Quiet retreat
Library
the library is to provide a quiet, soothing environment that supports individual exploration and relaxation, away from the more active areas of the center. It's not just a place for reading but a sensory retreat where children can feel safe and undisturbed.
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Building section, Highlighting the library
