Author(s)

Ying Pan

Corresponding Author

Ying Pan

Abstract

With the accelerating process of global aging, the number of cognitive disability patients has shown a significant upward trend, posing great challenges to the design of residential environments. This paper focuses on the integration of reminiscence therapy into the design of cognitive disability-friendly residential spaces. By exploring the construction of spatial narrative and the iteration of barrier-free details, it aims to create a living environment that not only meets the physical needs of cognitive disability patients but also satisfies their psychological and emotional requirements. Through literature review, case study, and field investigation, this study analyzes the application strategies of reminiscence therapy in spatial narrative, including the creation of nostalgic theme spaces, the use of spatial elements to strengthen memory cues, and the construction of emotional resonance atmosphere. At the same time, it also deeply discusses the iterative design of barrier-free details, such as the upgrading of safety protection facilities, the optimization of convenient functional facilities, and the application of intelligent auxiliary equipment. Case analysis shows that this design approach can effectively improve the quality of life of cognitive disability patients, reduce the burden of caregivers, and provide new ideas and methods for the design of cognitive disability-friendly residential spaces.

Keywords

Reminiscence Therapy; Cognitive Disability-Friendly; Residential Design; Spatial Narrative; Barrier-Free Detail