Syllabus

• Module I: Background and need of universal design, history of development of universal design initiatives
• Module II: Types of disability and approaches towards disability (medical and social model of disability), study of
human – environment interaction system
• Module III: Norms, standards and best practices for indoor environment (horizontal circulation in building, vertical
circulation, sanitary facilities, signage etc.)
• Module IV: Norms, standards and best practices for outdoor environment (road and footpath, parking, bus stop, park
etc.)
• Module V: Universally accessed transportation and tourism

Exercise: Access audit and design proposal for sites and buildings

To understand and explore the innovative design solutions for differently abled in the society.

An ability to identify and formulate programmatic requirements for the differently abled.
An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs.

Steinfeld, E. and Maisel, J. L., Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments., John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Ministry of Urban Development, Harmonised Guidelines and Space Standards for Barrier Free Built Environment for Persons with Disability and Elderly Persons, Government of India

Null, R., Universal Design: Principles and Models, Taylor & Francis Group

Central Public Works Department, Guidelines and Space Standards for Barrier Free Built Environment for Disabled and Elderly Persons, Ministry of Urban Affairs and Employment, Government of India