Universal Design Principles
What is universal design?
The design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without adaptation or specialized design.
1. Equitable Use
The design is useful and marketable to people with diverse abilities.
2. Flexibility in Use
The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities.
3. Simple and Intuitive Use
Use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of the user’s experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level.
4. Tolerance for Error
The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.
5. Low Physical Effort
The design can be used efficiently and comfortably, and with a minimum of fatigue.
6. Perceptible Information
The design communicates necessary information effectively to the user, regardless of ambient conditions or the user’s sensory abilities.
7. Size and Space for Approach and Use
Appropriate size and space are provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user’s body size, posture, or mobility.
