Stoneham, J. & P. Thoday, 1996, Landscape design for elderly and disabled people, Garden Art Press, Suffolk
- Author : Stoneham, J. & P. Thoday
- Year : 1996
- Publisher : Garden Art Press
- Publisher's Location : Suffolk
- ISBN : 1-870673-20-4
- Pages : 232
- Abstract : This book provides general principles and technical details for the design and management of outdoor space for elderly and disabled people. It considers aspects of public open areas, the grounds of residential accommodation for elderly and disabled, sheltered housing and the private garden and strikes a balance between broad concepts such as access and safety, and detailed suggestions, such as plantings for physical pleasure and minimal exertion. This book contains many examples and guidelines.
- Comments : KEYWORDS: Elderly people, accessibility, container gardening, outdoor lighting, planting design, public open space, raised beds, site appraisal, types of accommodation, window boxes, window views. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.