Links to Universal Design Publications Online
Accesscode
Authors: Marcus Ormerod, Mo Mohammadi
This is a code of practice on accessibility and inclusive design that will be updated at 6 monthly intervals to reflect current UK best practice. It covers issues of principles and policies; development; external environments; education; buildings; transport; and useful information.
Accessible Design: Problems and Solutions
Researchers: W. Bradley Fain et al (from GTRI)
A Literature Review to Support the ITTATC Needs Assessment. It is recognized that in industry, the primary barrier to the implementation of accessible design principles is a lack of understanding regarding the goals of accessible design and the misperception that accessible design is overly time consuming and cost prohibitive. In addition, there is a lack of specification in the literature defining what makes a product accessible. ITTATC is performing a needs assessment that will document the extent of the accessibility problems in the information technology and telecommunications industries and provide an understanding of what project stakeholders perceive as possible solutions. This Literature Review is one element of this project.
Building a World Fit for People: Designers with Disabilities at Work
Authors: Elaine Ostroff, Mark Limont, Daniel Hunter
This publication describes the career development of 21 designers with disabilities from around the world. The book promotes the design professions as a viable career opportunity for people with disabilities. Written and published by Adaptive Environments through a grant from NEC Foundation of America, the print version can be purchased or the book can be read online in accessible html with described images at:
Case Studies on Universal Design
Author: Jim Mueller
From 1994 -1997, James Mueller directed a project for the Center for Universal Design funded by the US Department of Education. This project, Case Studies on Universal Design, explored how the US business community applies the Principles of Universal Design (Center for Universal Design, 1997) to its business practices.
In 1999, the Center for Universal Design embarked on a 5-year program to further study companies efforts toward applying universal design in their businesses. Companies studied in the previous project were revisited, as well as 14 companies not previously studied.
The following eleven case studies include eight case studies completed between 2000-2003, as well as three 1997 case studies updated with recent developments in the companies‚ universal design efforts:
Thirty-eight individual business applications of universal design were studied through this project. Fourteen of these examples were developed into business case studies and published as the Case Studies on Universal Design in 1997. One of these was fully developed into a business teaching case in 1997 through Design Management Institute and Harvard Business School and is distributed worldwide by Harvard Business Publishing.
In 1999, the Center for Universal Design embarked on a 5-year program to further study companies efforts toward applying universal design in their businesses. Companies studied in the previous project were revisited, as well as 14 companies not previously studied.
The following eleven case studies include eight case studies completed between 2000-2003, as well as three 1997 case studies updated with recent developments in the companies‚ universal design efforts:
Thirty-eight individual business applications of universal design were studied through this project. Fourteen of these examples were developed into business case studies and published as the Case Studies on Universal Design in 1997. One of these was fully developed into a business teaching case in 1997 through Design Management Institute and Harvard Business School and is distributed worldwide by Harvard Business Publishing.
Curriculum Transformation and Disability: Implementing Universal Design in Higher Education
Editor: Jeanne Higbee, University of Minnesota
The purpose of the book is to introduce readers to the concepts of Universal Design (UD) and Universal Instructional Design (UID). This collection of essays addresses learning both within and outside the classroom, recognizing the role higher education plays in developing the “whole” person.
Designing for the 21st Century II Conference Proceedings
Editor: Elaine Ostroff
International compilation of papers published online in conjunction with the Designing for the 21st Century: An International Conference on Universal Design, held in Providence, RI, in June 2000. Adaptive Environments, primary sponsor.
Diversity in Design
Editors: Beth Tauke and Alex Bitterman
orum for in-depth and timely analysis of scholarly issues related to diversity, and, particularly, issues related to inclusive design. Through peer-reviewed articles that examine diversity issues in design education and interviews with leading scholars/educators, the journal encourages a global community of designers and educators to create new knowledge, partnerships, and gateways to inclusive design education.
The journal is a pioneering technological initiative that employs the most up-to-date information delivery technologies to ensure seamless information retrieval in a fully accessible W3C-compliant format. An invaluable resource for the multi-disciplinary academic design community, Diversity in Design is the only publication of its kind.
The journal is a pioneering technological initiative that employs the most up-to-date information delivery technologies to ensure seamless information retrieval in a fully accessible W3C-compliant format. An invaluable resource for the multi-disciplinary academic design community, Diversity in Design is the only publication of its kind.
European Concept of Accessibility
The European Concept for Accessibility 1996 was the result of a request from the European Commission, made in 1987. The Concept was based on the universal design principles. The Concept was supported by all members of the steering group present in Doorn, The Netherlands, 2 March 1996. In the 2003 edition, the social reasons are furthermore developed to create environments for all and the improvement that Europe can achieve by doing this.
Facts Online, Volume 6, Winter 2002 (on-line journal)
Author: Several
A publication of The University of Maine’s Center for Community Inclusion, this special issue is dedicated to the topic of Universal Design as applied to learning. It provides current information and resources on this exciting new way of teaching and learning. Digital texts, multiple modalities, and brain research provide educators ways of creating opportunities to engage in learning. The articles include universal design overviews, technology, challenging behavior, assessment and additional resources.
Information Technology and Disabilities, Vol. IX No. 2, December, 2003 (on-line journal)
Author: Several
Issue of this online publication that deals with Public Policy Issues: Access to Information and Information Technology. Article titled "Universal Design: Is It Really About Design?" is directly available via the Links to Media page.
Information Technology and Disabilities, Vol. VIII No. 1, January, 2002 (on-line journal)
Author: Several
Issue of this online publication that deals with Distance Learning and Accessibility issues. Article titled "The Design of Accessible Distance Education Environments that Use Collaborative Learning" is directly available via the Links to Media page.
Innovate (Publication of the Helen Hamlyn Center)
Editor: Various
Published twice a year, innovate is the research and development journal of the Small Business Programme. This research digest on themes related to innovation through inclusive design is tailored to the interests of small businesses. Through interviews, design exemplars and reports, it looks at the issues affecting small firms, disabled and older users and those involved in the provision of goods and services in the care and disability sectors. Case studies of good practice are highlighted. For example, Issue 5 (spring 2003) “looks at the five projects entered in the DBA design Challenge 2002 covering packaging, communications, transport, retail environments and the new area of 'smart wearables.’” And Issue 6 (spring 2004) 'showcases the six short-listed projects for the DBA Design Challenge 2003, encompassing visual communication, interaction and product design.’”
Our Homes, Our Neighborhoods: Building an Inclusive City
Editor: Social Planning Council of Ottawa
On September 20, 2003, the Social Planning Council of Ottawa (SPC) held a community forum to discuss strategies for developing inclusive neighborhoods with inclusive housing as the cornerstone. The event brought together almost 100 people including residents, organizations and agencies, representatives of the City of Ottawa, faith organizations, and other concerned stakeholders who were interested in advancing more inclusive communities and housing in Ottawa. This is the report of that meeting (Please note that this is a PDF document and so may not be accessible to you)
Removing Barriers to Health Care: A Guide for Health Professionals
Author: Ronald L. Mace, FAIA
This booklet provides guidelines and recommendations to help health care professionals ensure equal use of the facility and services by all their patients. This guide gives health care providers a better understanding of how to improve both the physical environment and personal interactions with patients with disabilities. Ron Mace was the author and Leslie Young the editor of the publication that was produced as a collaborative effort by the Center for Universal Design and the North Carolina Office on Disability and Health.
Removing Barriers to Health Clubs and Fitness Facilities, A Guide for Accommodating all members, Including People with Disabilities and Older Adults
Produced as a collaborative effort by the North Carolina Office on Disability and Health and the Center for Universal Design, this well-illustrated booklet includes guidelines for creating accessible spaces in Fitness facilities, along with guidelines for selecting equipment and recommendations for assisting people with disabilities.
Research House for the Environmentally Hypersensitive
Publisher: Canadian Housing and Morgage Corporation
This research house was designed and contructed to demonstrate as well as evaluate a range of innovative features for clean and healthy living for people who suffer from allergies, asthma and other conditions that make them vulnerable to the built environment. It includes technical details for interior and exterior features, highlighting finishes and excellent ventilation systems.
Website: http://www.cmhc.ca/en/imquaf/hehosu/hoenhy/loader.cfm?url=/commonspot/security/getfile.cfm&PageID=44 
Strategies for Teaching Universal Design
Editor: Polly Welch
Well-illustrated case studies from twenty-one design programs around the country describe innovative approaches for teaching universal design. The book describes the teaching experiences of the faculty in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture and industrial design who were awarded stipends from Adaptive Environments to participate in the 1993-94 Universal Design Education Project. The following is the pdf version. Published by Adaptive Environments and MIG Communications in November 1995. 294 pages, available from Adaptive Environments.
Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age: Universal Design for Learning
Authors: David H. Rose & Anne Meyer, with Nicole Strangman & Gabrielle Rappolt
This book is the first comprehensive presentation of the principles and applications of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)—a practical, research-based framework for responding to individual learning differences and a blueprint for the modern redesign of education.
Teaching Universal Design
Authors: B. Kennig, C. Ryhl
Report prepared by AAoutils “Design for All” project. This document describes a number of examples of teaching in universal design at schools of design and architecture around the world. (note that this document is in PDF format, please visit http://www.udeducation.org/about/access.asp#pdf if you have any questions)
The Universal Design File: Designing for People of All Ages and Abilities
Authors: Molly Follette Story, MS, IDSA, James L. Mueller, MA, IDSA, Ronald L. Mace, FAIA
The Universal Design File discusses the history of universal design and provides excellent illustrations of each principle. Seven in-depth case studies are profiled. This book is the first comprehensive look at the concept and application of universal design in products and the built environment. It is available for download as a set of PDF files. Published in 1998, the spiral-bound 164-page book can be purchased from the Center for Universal Design.
Traditional Neighborhood Design
Author: Philip S. Dommer
This article makes a strong connection between successful traditional neighborhood developments (TNDs)in pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods and the 'lasting concepts of universal design.'
TNDs emphasize the concept of community and independence from the almighty automobile, which dominates the lifestyles of those who choose to live in conventional suburban developments (CSDs).
TNDs emphasize the concept of community and independence from the almighty automobile, which dominates the lifestyles of those who choose to live in conventional suburban developments (CSDs).
Trails for All People
Proceedings of a conference sponsored by the Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT); Bureau of Land Management; City of Phoenix; Maricopa Association of Governments; National Park Service Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program; and Pinal County Trails Association to help create trails for ALL people to use. (Please note that this is a PDF document and so may not be accessible to you)
Universal Design and More: Facilitating Learning for All Students
Author: Karen Nykorchuk McCaleb
Powerpoint presentation from the National Center on Low-Incidence Disabilities. The presentation presents the Principles of Universal Design and then the Principles as applied to education.
Universal Design in the Workplace
Authors: Yoko Saito, Shiro Nitanai, and Kanya Shiokawa
This information appeared on the RICS web site (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) and is based on continuing research by the Universal Design Committee of the Japan Facility Management Promotion Association. It represents the researchers’ approach to developing universal design guidelines for workplace design, and includes the identification of critical success factors (CSFs) that play a key role in facilities planning and assessment.
Website: http://www.rics.org/ricscms/bin/show?class=Feature&template=/includes/showfeature.html&id=1111
Universal Design New York
Editors: Gary Scott Danford and Beth Tauke
This is an online, interactive version of the illustrated guidelines prepared for the City of New York for use by two groups. The first are the public agencies and the design and construction agencies hired by the City. The second group includes the developers and designers of privately constructed facilities. It is also available in pdf. Print copy available from City,
Universal Design, Planning and Design for All
Authors: Finn Aslaksen, Steinar Bergh, Olav Rand Bringa, Edel Kristen Heggem
The Norwegian State Council on Disability commissioned this booklet. The preface states: We must continually seek new ways to improve the conditions of disabled people. New ideas and practical solutions must be sought to bring society closer to the ideal of full participation and equality of status of people with disabilities. New ideas and practical solutions should be investigated to bring society closer to the aim of full participation and equal status. We hope this report represents a step in this direction. We have examined the concept of universal design and discussed it in relation to the principle of equal status, planning, architecture and product design.
Unlimited by Design
This is an online version of a traveling exhibit celebrating designers who have embraced the challenge and opportunity of universal design. It was originally curated at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian National Design Museum. See website for traveling exhibit information.
Visit-ability: an Approach to Universal Design in Housing
Editors: Steve Truesdale, Edward Steinfeld
This booklet published by the RERC on Universal Design, University at Buffalo, provides an overview of the basics on visitability as well as some case studies of visitable homes.
