The global demographic shifts towards an ageing trend, necessitate a reassessment of our urban planning and design approaches. The integration of aesthetics and accessibility is crucial for enhancing living spaces for ageing communities. This article explores the significance of age-friendly placemaking in creating inclusive environments, promoting healthy ageing, and improving individuals' overall life quality as they age.

Integration of Aesthetics and Accessibility: Enhancing Living Spaces for Ageing Communities

António Carvalho;T. Chen
2024-01-01

Abstract

The global demographic shifts towards an ageing trend, necessitate a reassessment of our urban planning and design approaches. The integration of aesthetics and accessibility is crucial for enhancing living spaces for ageing communities. This article explores the significance of age-friendly placemaking in creating inclusive environments, promoting healthy ageing, and improving individuals' overall life quality as they age.
2024
IN-PRESENCE / THE BODY AND THE SPACE - The role of corporeity in the era of virtualization
9788899586409
Aesthetics, Accessibility, Active ageing, Inclusive environment, Age-friendly
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