Light reflecting off surfaces.
(e.g., reflective surfaces that may provide sparkle)

REFLECTED LIGHT

Research​

1. Preferences of children for glitter or shine in hospitals (Coad & Coad, 2008).

2. Shiny materials and textures preferred by children for hospitals (Lambert et al., 2014).

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References 

 Coad, J., & Coad, N. (2008). Children and young people’s preference of thematic design and colour for their hospital environment. Journal of Child Health Care, 12(1), 33–48. https://doi.org/10.1177/1367493507085617

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Lambert, V., Coad, J., Hicks, P., & Glacken, M. (2014). Young children’s perspectives of ideal physical design features for hospital-built environments. Journal of Child Health Care, 18(1), 57–71. https://doi.org/10.1177/1367493512473852