FUNCTIONAL INTERIORS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 4(2+2)

Lesson 9: Housing Environments for Special purposes and Needs : Barrier Free

Who Face Barriers?

On the face of it, it is only persons with disabilities for whom barriers become major obstacles. However, it is necessary to realize that every person, at some stage of life, face barriers. A small child, an elderly person, a pregnant lady, the temporarily disabled, all are vulnerable to barriers.

Therefore, to list out people affected by barriers:

• Wheelchair users
• People with limited walking / movement abilities
• People with visual impairment or low vision
• People with hearing impairment
• Elderly persons
• Pregnant ladies
• Children with temporary disabilities
• People carrying heavy or cumbersome charge, Etc