| dc.description.abstract | Architecture is a silent maestro that
orchestrates
human experience, intertwining
aesthetics, emotions, and psychological well-being.
Resilient warriors returning from the Eelam War
carry not only physical wounds but also enduring
psychological scars. This research delves into Sri
Lankan rehabilitation centers, exploring the profound
connection between the built environment and the
psychological well-being of Eelam War battle
casualties. The study focuses on a rehabilitation
center in Sri Lanka dedicated to addressing the
specialized healthcare needs of war veterans with
psychological impairments. It scrutinizes the existing
center, probing whether its architectural features
address the specific psychological needs of veterans,
including preferred environments, safety, routines,
nature, and social connections crucial for healing.
This research acknowledges the ability of architecture
to communicate with individuals on physical,
emotional, and intellectual levels, fostering a sense of
connection and belonging. The study challenges
architects and designers to comprehend spatial
intricacies for overcoming trauma, considering the
dual journey of a disabled soldier’s recovery—both
physical and psychological. The aim of the research is
to identify spatial requirements through literature
reviews and case studies, offering valuable insights for
future military rehabilitation center designers. The
rehabilitation center’s architecture, planning, and
spatial sciences were observed as part of the case
study process, which carefully analyzes Sri Lanka's
post-civil war conditions. The data were analyzed
qualitatively through thematic analysis. This research
contributes to the evolution of architectural settings by
restoring a psychological state of equilibrium and
connection with the built environment. | en_US |
