Phase 1 establishes the foundations of the project: reviewing my existing practice, identifying the initial research territory, and narrowing the enquiry through early reading, reflection and tutor feedback.

Weeks 1–2: Review

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Week 1: Review.

Reviewing my practice, design values and initial research territory.

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Week 2: Review.

Narrowing the enquiry towards neurodiversity, tourism and independent travel.

Weeks 3–4: Question & Refinement

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Week 3: Question & Refinement.

Using lived experience and early research to question and refine the direction.

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Week 4: Question & Refinement.

Connecting accessibility, independence and transformative travel before the next phase.