Inclusive design

Question 1

By 2020, what will the % of population will be elderly?

Answer 1

50%

Question 2

What are the general effects of becoming more elderly?

Answer 2

physical, mental and psychological changes, minor impairments in eyesight, hearing, dexterity, mobility and hearing.

Question 3

Inclusive design features of steps +around them

Answer 3

brightly coloured rails and doors, yellow step, double handed rail.
Textured surface to communicate whether they are at the edge of the step

Question 4

What are other useful inclusive design features?

Answer 4

Clear signage- yellow-black signs
Visual clues to guide and provide information
Buttons are certain heights to access e.g. people in wheelchairs.
Clear instruction and signage for those with learning difficulties.