We are designing a playground for children diagnosed wth Down Syndrome. We hope that the children will enjoy our design. By: Wen Jun(Leader), Choon Wang(Design I/C), Brian(Secretary), Hua Yeow(Researcher), Chris(Building I/C), Yun Kit(Presenter)

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Our Design Specifications

As some of the children with down syndrome have:
- a weak heart, we are going to make sure that there aren't too many flights of steps for them to climb.
- hearing problems, concave tunnels will be suitable if they shout for help.
- eye problems, music would probably be the best way for them to navigate their way.
- skeletal problems, many railings are provided so they will not fall easily
- skin disorders, textures should not trigger skin allergies.
- our playground's skeleton would be made up of metal coated with rubber, so as to minimize the damage made after a fall.

Others:
Children might like cartoons etc.
- Painted cartoons like fairies, king, queen, giants and more
- Paintings on the interior of the rooftop

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