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UNIVERSAL DESIGN
UNIVERSAL DESIGN
What is Universal Design?

What is
Wh t i
Universal
U i l
Design?
D i ?

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
HOW MANY OF YOU HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED?
•DIFFICULTY REACHING OR MOVING THINGS ORDINARY
(Location awkward or item too heavy)
•Electrical Plugs
•Cabinets STRUGGLES &
•TURNING THINGS ON & OPERATING THINGS CHALLENGES FOR
•Light Switches
•Faucets EVERYONE:
•Complicated Devices
•ASSISTING OR
CARING FOR OTHERS
•Children
•Older People
Older
•Obese People
•Visitors
•INJURY
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•Yourself
•Children
•Family

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
HOW MANY OF YOU HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED?

•MANEUVERING LARGE OBJECTS
THROUGH A HOME
•Doors
Hallways
•Hallways
•Stairs
•CONCERNS FOR SAFETY & INJURY
(Tripping, bumping, falling, burning or fire)
•Ovens
•Stoves
•Bathtubs
•Children

ORDINARY STRUGGLES &
CHALLENGES FOR EVERYONE:

UNIVERSAL DESIGN

“Universal design refers to broad-
g
spectrum architectural planning ideas
meant to produce buildings, products
and environments that are inherently
accessible to both the able-bodied
and the physically disabled.
source: Wikipedia

"The design of products and
environments to be usable by all
people, to the greatest extent possible,
without the need for adaptation or
specialized d i ”
i li d design.”
source: Center for Universal Design,
North Carolina State University

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
EXAMPLES IN EVERY DAY LIFE
• Velcro
• Electric Toothbrush
• Tactile Paving
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• Automatic Door
• Flexible drinking straw
• Google
• Audiobook

Diseños para Todos/Designs for All (2008 )
Optimastudio with the support of Spain's Ministry of Education, Social Affairs and
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Sports (IMSERSO) and CEAPAT

LIFE EASIER FOR ALL

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
EXAMPLES IN EVERY DAY LIFE
• Closed Caption Television
• Sidewalk Curb cuts
• Flush entrances to public buildings
• Dimmable & Adjustable Lighting
• Easy to Read signage
• V i Activated Controls
Voice A ti t d C t l
• Hands-free Phones & Cell phones
• GPS Guidance Systems
• User friendly devices & Instructions

LIFE EASIER FOR ALL

UNIVERSAL DESIGN

NOT JUST BABY BOOMERS
BOOMERS….

Source: AARP Photo by Jay Clenderin

Universal
PRODUCTS “SMART” DESIGN for All
Oxo Good Grips
•High Contrast & Colors
•Ergonomic Design for every Size and
Age of user
•Ease in Use with less effort & strain
•Intuitive to use
Intuitive

Universal
KITCHEN Design “SMART” DESIGN for All

Beautiful
Flexible
Easy to use
Invisible GE Appliances:
New H
N Home Essentials Kitchen
E ti l Kit h
Designer: Mary Jo Peterson

Universal

MANEUVERABILITY & ROOM TO MOVE
•Generous passages (48”) for work/play
•Clearance at appliances when open
•Ease for multiple cooks of varying sizes, ages, and abilities, and for multiple activities.
GE Appliances New Home Essentials Kitchen

Universal

SENSITIVITY TO HOW A SPACE IS (and could be) USED
FLEXIBILITY:
Storage & Easier
Access to Everything
•For Multiple cooks of varying
sizes, ages, and abilities
•For Multiple activities.
•Adjustable & Layered Lighting
Adjustable
•Storage converts to knee space
•Adjustable height sink
•Table moves for different
uses/users
•Variety of counter heights to
accommodate cooks’ heights
GE Appliances New Home Essentials Kitchen •Raised dishwasher= No bending
Designer: Mary Jo Peterson for most people

Universal

EASE OF US
S O USE
•Pull out work surface=lowered counter
•Smaller oven/door
•Easier Lifting and transferring of Heavy Pans

MORE STORAGE WITHIN
SIGHT & REACH
•Open/lighted glass door cabinetry and
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Variable Task lighting help
sight/memory (Under Counter Lighting)
•Storage rails in the backsplash
•Accessories which bring storage to the
Cook

Universal

FLEXIBILITY
•Adjustable height sink includes
adjacent counter for easy use at
a variety of heights

•Lighted display cabinet above
the i d Dishwasher
th raised Di h h


Universal

EASE OF USE
•Smooth surface cooktop, p
heat proof counters
•Adjacent sink provides
further eases transferring hot
or heavy pots (filled and
emptied with less strain)
•Knee-space for cook to sit


Universal

MORE STORAGE WITHIN
SIGHT & REACH
•Adjustable pantry storage
•Rolling cart
•Pantry adjusts with individual and/or
Pantry
changing needs
•Pantry rollout can be moved for
additional seated working space
•Storage rails on the door
St il th d
•Drawers, Roll-outs & Accessories which
bring storage to the Cook


Universal

FLEXIBLE
Multifunctioning
Computer Desk
Area/ Counter

GE Appliances:
New Home Essentials Kitchen

Universal
KITCHEN Products “SMART” DESIGN for All

ENERGY STAR
APPLIANCES &
C S
LIGHTING FIXTURES
•Reduce Energy Bills CABINET HARDWARE
•D-shaped or Pull Style
SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR
•Water/ Ice Dispenser

Lever Handle Faucet
Anti-scald
PULL OUT SHELVES IN CABINETS
AFFORDABLE

Universal
KITCHEN Products “SMART” DESIGN for All

DRAWER DISHWASHER CABINET
INNOVATIONS,
INNOVATIONS LIFT UP CABINET/ TOE KICK
ORGANIZATION & •Bellini Collection
HARDWARE •Hafele
•Hafele

INDUCTION COOKTOP TOUCH CONTROLLED
•G E Appliances
•G.E. FAUCET
REFRIGERATOR-OVEN
•Electromagnetic (only the pan heats) •Delta pilar touch 2O
•Whirlpool Polara
•Electronic Touch Control •Controlled by touch
•Control Lock •Sanitary

Universal
BATHROOM Design “SMART” DESIGN for All

•Shower Kohler
•Bench in shower Designer: Diana Schrage
•Zero threshold shower
•Integral Shower Support
system (Belay handrail)
•Grab Bars integral to product
•Hand-held, adjustable-height
showerhead
•Comfort Height toilet
•Even lighting Kohler Belay handrail
Designer: Diana Schrage

Universal

•Transfer tub with rising wall
•Non slip floor surfaces
•Ease of approach
Ease
•Grab Bars integral to product
•Additional grab bars
•Tub bench for easy transfer
•Controls within reach
•Fast fill
•Multiple drains for fast drain

Elevance™
e a ce
Rising Wall Bath
Kohler
Designer: Diana Schrage

Universal

Delta Zero- Threshold Shower Bases
39″ x 39″ or 63″ x 39″ sizes

No threshold Shower
Winchester Homes at
Shenandoah

Universal
BATHROOM Products “SMART” DESIGN for All

Moen

LEVER HANDLE, ANTI-SCALD COMFORT HEIGHT TOILET
FAUCETS •Toilet seat 17 to 19
Sink, Bathtub, And Shower inches off floor

DECORATIVE
GRAB BARS/
TOWEL BARS
Great Grabz

ADJUSTABLE SHOWER SYSTEM
•Kohler MasterShower Slidebar System

Universal
HOME Design “SMART” DESIGN for All

RAISE ELECTRICAL
OUTLETS

“NO”/ LOW THRESHOLD Masonite Interior Doors
ENTRY DOOR WIDER DOORS & HALLWAYS
Winchester Homes at Shenandoah •2’ 10” or 3’ 0” interior doors
•2’-10” 3’-0”
•3’-0” door to garage
•3’-6” hallways minimum

LOWER ELECTRICAL SWITCHES &
Lutron
CONTROLS
•Use a contrasting color for better visibility
•Paddle or Toggle type
•Dimmers
CONTRASTING FINISHES
Stair with landings AFFORDABLE

Universal
HOME Products “SMART” DESIGN for All

COMPACT FLUORESCENT,
LED Fixtures & BULBS •Leviton’s
•Energy Efficient
gy Acenti®
•Longer lasting switches
•Less Heat •Lutron
PADDLE/ TOGGLE LIGHT
SWITCHES & DIMMERS

•Specialty Lighting
(Less Glare)

•Task Lighting
(Under Cabinet Lighting) •Recessed Down Lighting
(Adjustable where desirable)
•Accent Lighting •Wall Sconces & Washers
(Subtle Contrast & Focus) (Less Gl )
(L Glare)
VARIED LIGHTING FOR
LIGHTING & CONTROLS DIFFERENT & VARIED TASKS

Universal

LEVER DOOR
HANDLES REMOTE CONTROL/ KEYLESS
•No interior locks ENTRY SYSTEMS
•Affordable •Schlage LiNK Lock LIFTING TABLE

STORAGE, SHELVING &
REMOTE CONTROL FRONT LOADED ORGANIZATION
BLINDS & SHADES WASHER & DRYERS •Reachable ranges
•Automatic & Programmable •G.E. Appliances •Broan Nutone
•(ADA Compliant) •Ironing Board Center

Universal

TECHNOLOGY
•Home Control system & Home Automation
(lighting/ energy/ audio/ intercom/ security)
•Security
•Energy monitoring
•Health monitoring/ support
•“OnStar” for homes (GrandCare Systems)
OnStar
•Web/ Internet/ Blue Tooth technology
(Wiring not needed)

GRANDCARE SYSTEMS

HOME AUTOMATION, INC. LEVITON MANUFACTURING.

Universal

“LIVING COLORS”
LIVING COLORS

TECHNOLOGY “goLITE”
PHILLIPS
•LIGHT THERAPY
“WAKEUP LIGHT”

Universal

INDEPENDENT LIVING & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
•FACILITATED BY TECHNOLOGY, ACCESS & RETROFIT
•“NORC’s Aging in Place Initiative”
•Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities'
Naturally Communities
GRANDCARE SYSTEMS
PHILLIPS •Connection to Community
•Auto Alert Pendant •Monitoring Independence
Waterproof
PERS
• Lifeline
SIMPLICITY
•Retrofit Wheelchair Lifts in garage
R t fit Wh l h i Lift i

SAVARIA SAVARIA
•Wheelchair Lifts & Home Elevators •Roby Powered Stair Climber

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
RESOURCES
•THE CENTER FOR UNIVERSAL DESIGN :NC STATE UNIVERSITY
http://www.ncsu.edu/www/ncsu/design/sod5/cud/
http://www ncsu edu/www/ncsu/design/sod5/cud/
•AARP (USE THE SEARCH TO ACCESS GREAT ARTICLE S AND RESOURCES)
•http://www.aarp.org/
•CORNELL UNIVERSITY EFFECTS OF AGING INTERACTIVE WEBSITE
Weill Medical College of Cornell University - Environmental Geriatrics
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•http://www.environmentalgeriatrics.com/multimedia_course/index.html#
•NORC’s Aging in Place Initiative website (NATURALLY OCCURRING RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES)
•http://www.norcs.org/index.aspx
•REHABILITATION ENGINEERING AND RESEARCH CENTER (RERC) ( )
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York / Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum/ Smithsonian Institution (1999).
Unlimited By Design (IDEA Center)Traveling Exhibit website
http://www.ap.buffalo.edu/idea/ubdweb/
•UNIVERSAL DESIGN EDUCATION RESOURCES WEBSITE
http://www.udeducation.org/resources.html##3
http://www udeducation org/resources html##3
•FAIR HOUSING ACT DESIGN MANUAL: A Manual to Assist Designers and Builders in Meeting the
Accessibility Requirements of The Fair Housing Act (FREE WEB DOWNLOAD)
•http://www.huduser.org/portal/publications/destech/fairhousing.html
•BOOMERSLIFE org WEBSITE: Boomers life: music people issues and Boomers health
•BOOMERSLIFE.org music, people,
•http://www.boomerslife.org/

UNIVERSAL DESIGN
THANK YOU! 50+ Housing Council

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS –
NAHB 50+ HOUSING COUNCIL UNIVERSAL DESIGN EXPERTS
MARY JO PETERSON CKD, CBD, CAPS, CAASH Principal- Mary Jo Peterson, Inc.
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DIANA SCHRAGE Kohler Design Center
LOUIS TENENBAUM CAPS, CAASH Independent Living Strategist Universal Design - Aging in Place
ROSEMARY BAKKER MS, ASID Weill Medical College of Cornell University - Environmental Geriatrics
STEVE WATTENBARGER, AIA Wattenbarger Architects
ANIKA RUFF Electronic Systems Design, Inc.
AMY LEVNER AARP
BERRY BRUNK CEO- Collaborell, I
CEO C ll b ll Inc
JOHN SALMEN , AIA U,D & C- Universal Designers & Consultants, Inc.
This presentation is solely provided as a general overview of Universal Design and its principals of design. Due to the extensive amount of
information available, product information supplied by manufacturers, designers and web based resources, it is impossible to verify every
available manufacturers resources
element of the presentation. Building Site Synergy, LLC and Amy Martino are not responsible for the information provided and verification of
compliance with Universal Design standards, quality of construction, jurisdictional requirements and standards and expressly do not recommend
any of the products or designs. All information, quality of products and installation requirements provided must be verified and accepted
independently.

Universal
MEETING THE DEMANDS UNIVERSAL DESIGN “SMART” DESIGN for All

of the BABY BOOMER Generation
Amy Martino has focused her 20 + year career on the master planning and design of high-
density multi-family communities and buildings with particular emphasis on the active adult
market and Lifestyle Communities. Her substantial portfolio focuses on complex urban
and suburban infill, redevelopment and waterfront communities. Ms Martino has
infill communities Ms.
designed and documented a range of housing types, from cluster housing at five dwelling
units/acre (DU/AC) through mid and high rise buildings exceeding 100 DU/AC. Ms.
Martino excels at defining opportunities and constraints, creative solutions for challenging
sites and building consensus on complex mixed use, active adult and market rate
communities. She is a frequent presenter to national and regional forums..
Ms. Martino’s project leadership has garnered many planning and design awards for her
clients, including three national 50+ awards: 2006 Best Overall Midsize Active Adult
Community by the NAHB 50+ Housing Council for Central Parke at Victoria Falls and Best
of Seniors Housing Platinum Awards for Best: “Midsize Active Adult Community (301 –
Midsize
1,500 homes)” and Best “Community Center for Midsize Active Adult Community” for The
Amy Martino Parke at Ocean Pines both developed by Slenker Communities.
AIA,
AIA, CAASH, LEED-AP
LEED- Building Site Synergy focuses on Repositioning Building and Site plan approvals and
Building design, Value Engineering and Green Sustainable Strategies.

BUILDING SITE SYNERGY
210 North Plum Street
Media, Pennsylvania 19063
Phone: 410 916-9829
Website: www.BuildingSiteSynergy.com
Email: Amartino@BuildingSiteSynergy.com

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