"The CUD’s mission is to improve environments and products through design innovation, research, education and design assistance.”Universal Design Principles/Guidelines:- Provide the same means of use for all users: identical whenever possible; equivalent when not
- Avoid segregating or stigmatizing any users
- Provisions for privacy, security, and safety should be equally available to all users
- Make the design appealing to all users
- Eliminate unnecessary complexity
- Arrange elements to minimize hazards and errors: most used elements, most accessible; hazardous elements eliminated, isolated, or shielded
- Minimize sustained physical effort
- Provide adequate space for the use of assistive devices or personal assistance