Design evaluation Items for Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly

반의존 노인을 위한 시설주거의 디자인 평가요소 -미국 노인생활보조주택을 중심으로-

  • 오찬옥 (정회원, 인제대학교 디자인학부)
  • Published : 1999.09.01

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify design evaluation items for assisted living facilities for the elderly. To achieve this purpose, the 23 design issues in assisted living facilities were examined through literature analysis. Then, the field studies were carried out by using these items and by asking open questions, or any other suggestions for unexpected, but important design issues in their facilities. The field studies were conducted through interviews with several residents and surveys with staff in six selected assisted living facilities in Cincinnati, Ohio. Finally, the 23 design evaluation items for assisted living facilities were identified. These items can be used as evaluation criteria or design guidelines for assisted living facilities.

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