FUNCTIONAL INTERIORS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 4(2+2)

Lesson 14 : Universal Design Features

What is a Universal Design Feature?

It is any component of a house that can be used by everyone regardless of their level of ability or disability. Universal features are generally standard building products or features that have been placed differently, selected carefully, or omitted. For example, standard electrical receptacles can be placed higher than usual above the floor, standard but wider doors can be selected, and steps at entrances can be eliminated to make housing more universally usable.