Senses and reminiscence

A living environment for elderly with dementia combined with a kindergarten

Master thesis (2015)

Contributors

E.P.N. Schreurs (mentor)
M.E. Stuhlmacher (mentor)
J.D. Fokkinga (mentor)
Department
The Architecture of the Interior (Architecture and the Built Environment) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2015 Tjon a Tham, M.G.A.J.
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Published Date

16-04-2015

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Faculty

Architecture and The Built Environment

Department

The Architecture of the Interior

Abstract

Elderly with severe dementia live in nursing homes in most cases. In general, these places can be characterized as large scale, isolated and institutional. Based on social research, orientation, multi-sensorial stimulation and domesticity are essential aspects when designing a living environment for elderly with dementia. The importance of these aspects however, are commonly underestimated. In my opinion the needs of this patient group can be best met in a small scale living environment which keeps them active and connected to the outside life, while providing the necessary protection. The project involves a design for a living environment for elderly with dementia, combined with a kindergarten in the district ‘het Oude Westen’ in Rotterdam. The goal of the project is to create a living environment for elderly with dementia in which different generations can meet, which stimulates the senses and which above all, feels like home.