Sensory Guide: Whitehorn Hall
Whitehorn Hall is an undergraduate-only hall at the University of St Andrews. All rooms are single, with the option of rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchens, or catered rooms with en suite facilities.
This sensory guide outlines key sensory features of Whitehorn Hall to support comfortable navigation and use.
Whitehorn Hall is located on Kennedy Gardens, St Andrews (KY16 9DL).
Main Building & Entrance
Visual 👁
- Large open room
- Many windows on one wall allow natural light
- Variety of seating: couches, booths, hard chairs, and armchairs
- Lighting varies but is not adjustable
Audio 👂
- Laminate flooring can amplify footsteps
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Open space with multiple seating options
Primrose Room – Study Space
Visual 👁
- Hard tables and chairs
- Carpeting
- Glass doors provide view of corridor activity
Audio 👂
- Sounds from corridors can be heard through glass doors
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Structured seating for focused study
Katharine Room – Common Room
Visual 👁
- Large floor-to-ceiling windows on two walls provide natural light
- Patterned sofas, stools, and hard chairs available
- Patterned carpet
Audio 👂
- Background noise from other users
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Seating arrangements provide multiple social and study options
Games Room
Visual 👁
- Large floor-to-ceiling windows on two walls provide natural light
Audio 👂
- Background noise from main seating area
- Noise from air hockey table
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Space allows for recreational activities
Bedrooms
Visual 👁
- Light directly above bed
Audio 👂
- Thin walls; door slams are audible and can shake the room
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- 97 single en suite rooms (catered)
- 87 single standard rooms (self-catered or catered)
- Limited floor space
Address:
Whitehorn Hall
Kennedy Gardens
St Andrews, KY16 9DL