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GeoDesign Studio's Application of Universal Design Principles

Principle 7: Size and Space for Approach and Use

PRINCIPLE SEVEN: Size and Space for Approach and Use

Appropriate size and space is provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user's body size, posture, or mobility.

Guidelines:

7a. Provide a clear line of sight to important elements for any seated or standing user.
7b. Make reach to all components comfortable for any seated or standing user.
7c. Accommodate variations in hand and grip size.
7d. Provide adequate space for the use of assistive devices or personal assistance.

Information from the GeoDesign Studio sign:

Pictogram of Two people of different height and stature are depicted representing size and space for approach and use.

Principle 7: Size and Space for Approach and Use



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Inclusive Partnerships in GeoDesign Programming have been developed in partnership with Access to Design Professions, Institute for Human Centered Design, (IHCD) Boston, MA and funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).

Pictograms for the Seven Principles of Universal Design © 2001 Beth Tauke, Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access, School of Architecture and Planning, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York.