Psychological Needs of the Aged and their Indoorspace Evironment Design

Abstract:

Under such context of people-oriented concept and an increase in the proportion of the elderly in the population, our country has seen a mature development in the interior design industry, thus more attention has been paid to the living space of the elder group. However, the present situation of this industry shows that the design standard for old people wasn't promoted effectively. Concerning their psychological characteristics and the psychological needs of the elderly primarily, the point of this article lies in figuring out the proper design to resolve the old people’ knots, thus achieving their sense of belonging, improving the quality of life in their later years, even extending their life, to create a real home for old people.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 178-181)
• Pages: 276-279
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.178-181.276
• Online since: May 2012
• Authors: Wen Ying Dong, Zheng Jun Wen, Zhu Chen
• Keywords: Elderly, Indoor Environment, Living Space, Psychological Needs

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