title: Universal design in housing.
abstract: Universal design in housing is a growing and beneficial concept. It is subtle in its differences from barrier-free, accessible, and industry standard housing. Accessibility standards and codes have not mandated universal design and do not apply to most housing. Universal design exceeds their minimum specifications for accessible design and results in homes that are usable by and marketable to almost everyone. Universal homes avoid use of special assistive technology devices and, instead, incorporate consumer products and design features that are easily usable and commonly available.
authors: Center for Universal Design, School of Design, North Carolina State University, Raleigh 27695-8613, USA.
authors: R L
authors: RL
authors: Mace
mesh_terms: D001107:Architectural Accessibility; D003258:Consumer Behavior; D006233:Persons with Disabilities; D004779:Environment Design; D004867:Equipment Design; D006794:Household Articles; D006798:Housing / Q000145:classification; D006801:Humans; D007374:Interior Design and Furnishings / Q000379:methods; D012046:Rehabilitation / Q000295:instrumentation; D013672:Technology / Q000295:instrumentation