Sensory Guide: John Burnet Hall
John Burnet Hall is an undergraduate-only hall at the University of St Andrews. Most rooms are shared, with some single rooms. Most en suite rooms are located within the annexe. All students are catered.
This sensory guide highlights the key sensory aspects of JBH.
John Burnet Hall is located on Links Crescent, St Andrews (KY16 9JF).
Reception
Visual 👁
- Lots of natural light
- Couches and armchairs
- Spacious layout
Audio 👂
- Wooden flooring can carry sound, though the space feels open
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Seating available for resting or waiting
Dining Hall
Visual 👁
- Fairly small space
- Padded chairs
Audio 👂
- Very noisy during mealtimes 🔉
- Talking, scraping chairs, plates/cutlery, kitchen noise
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Can feel busy during peak times
Smell 👃
- Food smells present
Library
Visual 👁
- Large bookshelf
- Alcove with large window for single study
Audio 👂
- Quiet study space
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Padded computer chairs
- Individual alcove provides personal space
Games Room
Visual 👁
- Large windows with blinds
- Soft wall lights
- Couches and wooden flooring
Audio 👂
- Noise from table tennis, pool tables, piano
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Seating and open space for movement
TV Room
Visual 👁
- Large windows with blinds
- Chairs, couches, and armchairs
- Alcove by window with table and chairs
Audio 👂
- Quiet outside of active gaming or group use
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Carpeted flooring
- Board games and games consoles available
Common Room
Visual 👁
- Large windows provide natural light
- Carpeted area
- Small tables with hard chairs and armchairs
Audio 👂
- May be noisy and cramped when busy
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Kitchen facilities available for use
Laundry Room
Visual 👁
- Small room with natural light
Audio 👂
- Can be noisy when machines are running 🔉
Smell 👃
- Detergent smell
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Small space
Shared Kitchens
Visual 👁
- Brightly lit
- Small, limited space
Audio 👂
- Noise varies depending on occupancy
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Shared with multiple students
- Can become messy/unclean
Smell 👃
- Potential food smells
Bedrooms
Visual 👁
- Single bed
- Several lighting options: main light, desk lamp
Audio 👂
- Private space, relatively quiet
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Small rooms with limited floor space
- Configuration depends on location within the building