The environment can make great demands on mobility, perception, ability to orient, sight, hearing, reading skills and competence in various areas. The number of elderly people is increasing. Reduced functional ability often accompanies increased age.
In the course of a lifetime, most of us may experience a functional impairment, either by having to use crutches for a period or having reduced hearing. The aim of universal design is to make society easier to navigate and move around for as many people as possible.
To manage oneself and to take an active part in society is seen by the vast majority as an important good. It is a human right to participate in society. Universal design is one way to achieve this. Read more