Universal Design: Four Questions to Test a Design |
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Is it universal?
Is it designed for a wide range of abilities and needs?
Is it effective?
Does
it actually work for the specific needs?
Has it been
tested or at least reviewed by representatives of a wide range of users?
Is it supported by research,
design standards, or other sources?
Is it welcoming?
Does
it feel natural and comfortable for all users?
Does it discriminate
unnecessarily on the basis of ability?
Does it give
the impression of disability-based discrimination?
Will the design solution be durable over time?
Can it
accommodate change through flexibility, adaptability, or adjustability?