## 4 Discussion
### Analysis of Obtained Results  
The bridge from the initial target group definition and requirement analysis to a set of features and functionalities can be illustrated by the following examples: from the user's day and the daily routines of the persona [PERSON] (Figure 2), which are based on real scenarios reported by caregivers, different components of SENSHOME were derived. The case of too many people in the entrance area as a stress factor can be met in two ways: On the one hand, the sensor-based crowd warning functionality detects the number of people and provides information on the user interface. On the other hand, it can be carried out by the furniture element threshold cabinet (the peek window), which provides the possibility to see what is happening in the entrance area from the outside. Another example of the transition of needs to functionalities is shown in the user day and was also found in the questionnaire on sensitivity to environmental factors (UI1.4), where loud noise was assessed as a potential stress factor. This stress factor can be detected by the sensor system (sound detection) and mitigated by the refuge seat, where a calm and stress-reducing environment is provided. In order to investigate architectural comfort aspects for people on the autism spectrum, an analysis was carried out through design guidelines, the direct experiences of researchers and practitioners, and workshops with people with autism and their relatives and caregivers. The different scenarios showed how the direct involvement of the end users and consideration of their sensorial peculiarities and uniqueness can allow a design process aimed at developing dedicated environments and furnishing complements. This is able to offer valid support focused on both strengthening the independence and offering inclusiveness. Furthermore, it was possible to integrate existing guidelines and suggestions to meet the needs of people on the spectrum through dedicated sensitivity questionnaires, workshops, and considerations on risks that may occur in households or care facilities. The interaction with users highlighted the importance of automatic systems to monitor and regulate indoor environmental variables to ensure comfortable conditions for each user and preserve them from potentially dangerous situations and risks. In this way, the integrated sensor system is intended for both early warning of dangerous events (falling objects or people, presence of fires or harmful gases, etc.) and the recognition of environmental conditions that can foresee possible crises (loud noises, presence of too many people, lack of air exchange, etc.). However, it not only comprises sensor-based technology to cover different needs in everyday life challenges. The planner and reminder functions work solely on the user interface and make the smart home system useful for a broader target group with diverse requirements. The SENSHOME environment offers a passive aid system. Accordingly, it does not intervene in the performance and functionality of the various systems serving a home, but through the inclusion of dedicated furnishings, it intends to create the optimal conditions for independent living in safety and privacy for persons with autism and their relatives and caregivers. The comprehensive solution may increase the efficiency of caregivers and thus reduce the burden of care. Furniture makes it possible to create aesthetically pleasing living environments that are not characterized by typical supportive elements. A further benefit is a dual possibility offered by many objects, e.g., the entrance furniture allows one to cross the threshold, but also to stay, sit, wait, and observe; the table with dividers allows for isolation or concentration, as well as performing activities (lunch/study) in the same environment with other people; the furniture with pictograms offers help to perform activities only when the pictogram lights are on.