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Universal Design Research
Design standards as presented by the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) have become, in many minds, the epitome of accessible
design. These standards have been presented to designers,
builders, architects and the public as sufficient parameters for
the independence of those with disabilities and even the
changing needs of the aging population. The ADA standards have
been an important part of our awareness and inclusion of those
with a disability. These standards have also been important to
the progression of design by giving builders specific details
and explanations for minimal access, use, and navigation
throughout public buildings. During the past 18 years, however,
it has become clear the standards are too generic to adequately
provide for our population’s diversity. . . (Read more
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