universal design

Question 1

what often happens when you design for everyone?

Answer 1

everyone benefits from it.

Question 2

what is a curb cut?

Answer 2

allows people with limited mobility to access other areas of the sidewalk.

Question 3

what is universal design?

Answer 3

built on the belief that we should design environments for all people without the need for adaptation or specific design.

Question 4

what are the seven principles of universal design?

Answer 4

1. equitable use, is it useable by everyone?
   2: flexible use
   3: simple and intuitive use
   4: percepitalbe/easy to follow information
   5: mistakes are tolerated/tolerance for error
   6: eliminate low physical effort
   7: size and space for approach and use

Question 5

what can universal design do?

Answer 5

• creates more social spaces
• creates more equality
• creates safer spaces
• helps the elderly stay in their homes a lot longer