inclusive design
Design for everyone
Inclusive design is an approach to creating products, environments, or systems that work for the widest possible range of people—regardless of ability, age, or circumstance.
Rather than designing for an imaginary average user and retrofitting accessibility, inclusive design considers diverse needs from the start: The curb cuts were inclusive design—they helped wheelchair users, parents with strollers, and delivery workers alike.
The philosophy recognizes that designing for edge cases often improves the experience for everyone.
- wheelchair rampsSloped paths for mobility devices
- screen readersSoftware vocalizing on-display content
- alt textWritten substitute for visuals
- low visionSignificant uncorrectable sight loss
- accessibilityEase of approach
cultural sensitivity · closed captioning · barrier-free · easy read · cognitive load · braille signage · community engagement · assistive technology · ergonomic furniture · adaptability · representation · belonging · feedback mechanisms · assistive · wayfinding · dignity · empathy · ergonomic