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Get familiar with Universal Design 🤗
04/10/2018

Get familiar with Universal Design 🤗

04/10/2018

10 things you must know about the universal design:

1.Universal Design strives to improve the original design concept by making it more inclusive.
Universal Design promotes as inclusive a design as possible. However, features that enhance access or use by some people, should not diminish the user experience for others.

2.Universally designed products can have a high aesthetic value.
Universal Design does aim to maximise the accessibility and usability of a product, so functionality is important. But Universal Design is not design based on functionality alone.The aesthetic usability effect suggests that people tend to find designs easier to use if they look easy to use. This is regardless of whether or not they actually are more usable.

3.Universal design is much more than just a new design trend.
Universal design is not a design style or trend.It is an approach to designing that can be applied to any design style or trend. It is an orientation to any design process that starts with considering the needs of the user. Fashion, style and personal taste can still influence the appearance of an accessible and usable product.

4.Universal design does not aim to replace the design of products targeted at specific markets.
Designs targeted at a specific demographic (for example, designs aimed at teenagers) will not be adversely affected by a Universal Design approach.It could ensure that these products are designed to be as accessible and usable as possible by the target market at which they are aimed.

5.Universal Design is not a synonym for compliance with accessible design standards.
Equal rights and disability legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Accessible design standards promote compliance with this legislation, by providing designers with specifications and minimum requirements which must be adhered to.
Universal Design is not only applicable to the needs of people with disabilities, but to everyone, regardless of age, size, ability or disability.

6.Universal design benefits more people than older people and people with disabilities.
A common misconception regarding Universal Design is that it benefits only a few members of the population, such as older and disabled people. On the contrary, Universal Design aspires to benefit every member of the population by promoting accessible and usable products, services and environments.

7.Universal design can be undertaken by any designer, not just the specialists
In truth, it can be applied by any designer. The first step is to adopt a user- or person-centred approach to designing. This requires an awareness and appreciation of the diverse abilities of people.

8.Universal design should be integrated throughout the design process.
Universal Design is not an add-on design approach. It cannot effectively or efficiently be applied at the end of the design process. It should be integrated into the design process from the very beginning.

9.Universal design is not just about 'one size fits all'
The aim is to provide the same (or equivalent) experiences, activities and services to everyone. It is accepted that these may have to be provided through slightly different routes or interfaces, but designers should strive to create a design that does not exclude or segregate.

10.A Universally designed product is the goal: Universal Design is the process
Universal Design is a process, not an outcome. It is not assumed or expected that a 100% universal solution will be achieved, or is achievable, for any given design. Rather Universal Design should be a goal that a designer strives to achieve.

~From: National Disability Authority~
References:
1.Adaptive Environments, 2007
2.Darzentas & Darzentas 2004
3.Lidwell et al. 2003
4.Ostroff, 2001
5.Story, 2001
6.Vanderheiden, 2004

Cont...This is an example of universal design. This case study was conducted around Georgetown area.♿🇲🇾
04/10/2018

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This is an example of universal design. This case study was conducted around Georgetown area.
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Cont...This is an examples of universal design, the problems that we found and the solution to the problem. This case st...
03/10/2018

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This is an examples of universal design, the problems that we found and the solution to the problem. This case study was conducted around the Universiti Sains Malaysia(USM), Gelugor and around Georgetown area.
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This is an examples of universal design, the problems that we found and the solution to the problem. This case study was...
03/10/2018

This is an examples of universal design, the problems that we found and the solution to the problem. This case study was conducted around the Universiti Sains Malaysia(USM), Gelugor and around Georgetown area.♿🇲🇾️

Hello guys, get more information about the type of society who need universal design and what things to be consider befo...
03/10/2018

Hello guys, get more information about the type of society who need universal design and what things to be consider before designing the facilities😊🤗

03/10/2018

A video that will make you think and reconsider, does all design that has been provided are all usefull and friendly to everyone? If this kind of design does not work, then what kind of design that might be friendly to the society? Feel free to drop your comments and suggestion below! 🤗🤗🤗

02/10/2018

UNIVERSAL DESIGN APPLICATION IN USM,PENANG.

UNIVERSAL DESIGN APPLICATION IN GEORGETOWN
02/10/2018

UNIVERSAL DESIGN APPLICATION IN GEORGETOWN

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Universal design is also referred in to Sustainable Development Goals. Thats means ...
02/10/2018

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Universal design is also referred in to Sustainable Development Goals. Thats means the importance of universal design is taken into account as an important thing in the community.

What is SDG?
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the earth and ensure that all people can enjoy peace and prosperity.There are 17 Goals that build on the successes of the Millennium Development Goals, while including new areas such as climate change, economic inequality, innovation, sustainable consumption, peace and justice, among other priorities. The goals are interconnected with each other.

Universal Design are stated in Goal 11 which is Sustainable Cities & Communities. The purpose of this goal are to make cities inclusive, safe,resilent & sustainable. Cities are hubs for ideas, commerce, culture, science, productivity, social development and much more. At their best, cities have enabled people to advance socially and economically.(According to United Nation)

Targets of Goal 11 in SDGs that are mentioning about Universal Design:
1.By 2030, ensure access for all to adequate, safe and affordable housing and basic services and upgrade slums.
2. Provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, notably by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations, women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons.
3.Provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons and persons with disabilities.

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Update : Currently observing and analyse the function of universal design in the heritage city, Georgetown. You guys can...
02/10/2018

Update : Currently observing and analyse the function of universal design in the heritage city, Georgetown. You guys can watch our stories for more interesting information and to get a clearer view.

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