Physical Activity Design Guidelines for School Architecture

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The Physical Activity Design Guidelines for School Architecture bridges a translation gap between research and the design process of schools.

Research suggests that multiple components throughout the design process, from location and placement of school grounds, to type and structure of buildings and facilities, to furniture and equipment for facilities and classrooms, can be relevant to trigger more physical activity in school environments and reduce time spent sitting.

The design strategies are organized under the following 10 spatially- and process-oriented ‘designable’ domains:

1. School Sitting and Commuity Connectivity

2. Building Massing and Programming

3. Smart Fitness Facilities

4. Active Classrooms

5. Outdoor Learning Areas

6. Active Play and Leisure Areas

7. Active Navigation Areas

8. signage and Wayfinding

9. Furniture Specifications

10. Mobile Technologies and Virtual Designed Environments

Click here to access the guidelines.