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Area of Science:

  • Architecture
  • Environmental Psychology
  • Urban Planning

Background:

  • Universal Design (UD) is increasingly significant globally and being institutionalized in the Nordic Region.
  • There is a recognized need to strengthen the theoretical foundations and practical application of UD principles.
  • Understanding the spatial implications of UD requires further development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To articulate a method for assessing the quality of Universal Design in architecture.
  • To focus on the sensory aspects of spatial quality in built environments.
  • To provide a framework for evaluating UD through qualitative descriptions of buildings.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of numerous case studies from the Danish Building Research Institute.
  • Focus on sensory elements contributing to spatial quality.
  • Development of a qualitative descriptive method for selected buildings embodying UD.

Main Results:

  • Qualitative descriptions effectively highlight sensory aspects of spatial experience in UD buildings.
  • Creative solutions in selected buildings demonstrate successful UD implementation.
  • The study identifies the effectiveness of sensory focus in assessing UD quality.

Conclusions:

  • A systematic approach to developing assessment criteria for UD is essential.
  • Such criteria will aid students and designers in making informed decisions.
  • The goal is to create built environments that are not only accessible and inclusive but also enjoyable.