Designing a psycho-pedagogical space with considerations of spatial requirements, such as lighting and its sensory aspect for autistic children

The sensory particularities of children with autism make their vision of the world different from that of non-autistic people. The architectural environment affects the well-being of autistic children in a direct way. Through this research, we intend to give suggestions and spatial design considerations of a psycho-pedagogical setting to guarantee that autistic children receive the best education possible. This objective is achieved by making sure that the autistic child is comfortable and well-cared in a psycho-pedagogical environment, as well as by assuring his effectiveness and integration into his surroundings. It is crucial to have enough architectural space and a suitable architectural setting in order to foster the child's difficult relationship with his environment, enhance spatial skills, and promote sensory well-being through light. This research based on qualitative approach highlights architectural solutions and recommendations implemented in future conception to offer a design adapted to autistic children. It also describes the conditions and guidelines that ensure an autistic youngster receives the surroundings he needs to be healthy.