Universal Principles
Universal Principles
The UNIVERSAL PRINCIPLES
These are “umbrella” principles that govern and inform
the overall application of design in the
lives of human beings…
“Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all
people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or
specialized design, also called barrier free design or inclusive design”
MAIN PRINCIPLES OF UP
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EQUITABLE USE (same for everyone and appealing to all)
FLEXIBILITY IN USE (provides choice, e.g. scissors for left and right
handed people)
SIMPLE AND INTUITIVE USE (design is easy to understand for
everyone)
PERCEPTABLE INFORMATION (make the most important information
stand out, maximise legibility)
TOLERANCE FOR ERROR (safety, minimise hazards)
LOW PHYSICAL EFFORT (how much effort is needed, is it comfortable
to use?)
SIZE AND SPACE FOR APPROACH AND USE (enough space provided
for approach, reach, manipulation and use regardless of body size)