Faculty of Design
Environmental Design
Saleena Rattansi
Naturescape
Environmental Design
2021
In the structured, busy, and technologically advanced world we currently live in, the role and benefits of outdoor play that we experienced as children is being forgotten. Unfortunately, the act of play has become much more pre-set, secondary, and has been taken indoors, which has limited opportunities for the timeless, imaginative, outdoor play that once was. This thesis will focus on increasing children’s connection to nature through early childhood programs associated with elementary schools and a local preservation in Aurora, Ontario.
Work by
Saleena Rattansi
Environmental Design
“I'm seeking to reconnect people with the natural environment. I believe design transforms awareness. Learning from our landscapes is an important tool we need to cultivate and creating connections to...” [More]