Abstract
Abstract Researches on designing homes for senior in the future implemented by the authors were presented in two articles. The first one is focused on the theoretical foundations. Paper explains what Design Thinking method is, discusses the state of research, objectives, substantiation of the selection of the topic, and modern trends in the design of senior homes. A continuation of this topic is article: SENIOR HOMES of THE FUTURE IN THE EYES of STUDENTS of ARCHITECTURE. DIDACTIC EXPERIENCE FROM THE APPLICATION of THE DESIGN THINKING METHOD.
Highlights
AND SUBSTANTIATION OF THE CHOICE OF TOPICDue to extending life span of our society, the issues involving problems in the seniors’ environment are undertaken in architectural design more and more frequently
Students understand the necessity of facing such problems, they participate willingly in projects concerning this field of architecture, and often chose designs of senior homes for their BSc and MSc theses, using architectural and urban solutions consistent with the needs of the elderly living nowadays
First and foremost – in accordance with the life cycle of buildings – there is a chance that the facilities that are built nowadays will still be used in the future, so, after repairs and adjustments they should fulfil the needs and requirements of future seniors
Summary
Due to extending life span of our society, the issues involving problems in the seniors’ environment are undertaken in architectural design more and more frequently. A question arises whether these needs are long-term and whether they will be the same or similar in 30-50 years’ time Such question is relevant for two reasons: First and foremost – in accordance with the life cycle of buildings – there is a chance that the facilities (senior homes, care facilities) that are built nowadays will still be used in the future, so, after repairs and adjustments they should fulfil the needs and requirements of future seniors. The authors of the paper have made an attempt at addressing these questions to students at the Faculty of Architecture within the framework of the subject: “Design Strategies” As this subject is taught in the form of design classes, the authors have decided to adopt the approach of Design Thinking (acronym: DT), as it offers the opportunity of abandoning schematic thinking and replicating usual patterns, leading to innovative solutions that are especially applicable to the architecture of the future. The first one is a presentation of theoretical foundations for the subsequent conceptual work based on Design Thinking, whereas the second paper is focused on the results and final conclusions
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