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@article{182357,
        author = {Bhakti Rajesh Raut},
        title = {Inclusive Soundscape Architecture : Designing Sensory Spaces for the Deaf and Visually Impaired},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {2},
        pages = {1757-1761},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=182357},
        abstract = {This study explores the integration of soundscapes in architecture as a means of redefining sensory engagement with space, particularly for the deaf and visually impaired. Moving beyond the traditional visual bias in design, it positions sound as an active design element that shapes perception, orientation, and emotion. Drawing from environmental psychology, neuroarchitecture, and inclusive design, the research analyzes case studies like the St. Benedict Chapel and Seattle Central Library to demonstrate how acoustics contribute to spatial identity and accessibility. By examining the role of materiality, geometry, and layout in crafting auditory experiences, the study advocates for a shift from sound control to sound enterprise fostering environments that are both inclusive and emotionally resonant.},
        keywords = {Soundscape Architecture, Inclusive Design, Spatial Acoustics, Sensory Accessibility, Neuroarchitecture, Deaf and Visually Impaired Navigation},
        month = {July},
        }