The Methodology Of Developing The Interior Environment Of Kindergarten

The research work is in the area of architectural design guidelines and more particularly in the interior design of kindergartens in Palestine. The aim of this research is to enhance the quality of learning environment of kindergartens in Palestine by developing a new design and monitoring guidelines. The research focuses on the methodology of developing the interior learning environment of kindergartens, which based mainly on understanding the key players' needs, difficulties and problems in this sector in Palestine. The study uses four international case studies from (Japan, Austria, South Africa and the UK) in addition to three cases Palestine. The international studies hold general concepts that could be considered international criteria, from which the future Palestinian kindergartens building regulations can learn and take advantage, after re-moulding them in the Palestinian culture and characteristics. It is believed that, regardless of the disadvantages and difficulties of the current Palestinian kindergarten buildings, these buildings carry unique principles and characteristics that can enhance and enrich the Palestinian learning environment.

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He works as a lecturer in interior design, An-Najah National University(ANU)in Palestine and Al-Ahliyya Amman University in Jordan. He earned his BA degree in Interior Design at(ANU)in Palestine, MSc degree in Interior Design and Furniture at Helwan University, Egypt, and his doctorate at the University of Nottingham, the UK. 12 years experience.