RESEARCH GUIDE: UNIVERSAL DESIGN
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Architectural Record
Each issue includes case studies of commercial, institutional or residential projects, including photographs, plans and elevations
Contract Magazine
Each issue includes case studies of commercial or institutional projects, including photographs, plans and elevations
Evidence-Based Design for Interior Designers
by Linda L. Nussbaumer
Examines the process of conducting research and using research to inform design decisions, and includes case studies of education, healthcare and hospitality spaces
Research-Inspired Design : A Step-by-Step Guide for Interior Designers
by Lily B. Robinson and Alexandra T. Parman
Explains how to conduct research and use that research to inform the design
World Health Design
Each issue features recent healthcare projects along with in-depth research reports on topics relevant to healthcare design, including design strategies to accommodate users with differing abilities
Online
AIA COTE Top Ten by Varun Kohli - Find Award-Winning Projects
Each year, the AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE) selects 10 projects that demonstrate excellence in sustainability and produce in-depth case studies, including photographs and plans. This website lets you search for AIA COTE Top Ten award-winning projects by project type (residential, hospitality, etc.), climate zone, location, site context (urban, suburban or rural), square footage, and award year.
Building Types Studies | Architectural Record
Presents case studies, including photographs and plans, featuring a wide range of commercial, institutional and residential projects, organized by project type
IIDA Knowledge Center
Lists articles, research reports and scholarly journal articles related to interior design. Search by keyword (for example, autism), or click on Research to browse by design topic or project type
Research 101 | EBD Resources | InformeDesign
Addresses research basics including concepts, vocabulary, and examples relevant to both academic research studies and product information from manufacturers’ studies
Universal Design Case Study Collection | Institute for Human Centered Design
Includes case studies of commercial, institutional and residential projects with universal design solutions
In the Library
The Accessible Housing Design File
Covers the entire site of a home, from parking to kitchens and bathrooms, and includes architectural plans, drawings and elevations
Applying the ADA : Designing for the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design in Multiple Building Types
by Marcela Abadi Rhoads
Covers general guidelines, hospitality, healthcare, senior living facilities, amusement parks, play areas, residential projects, historic preservation projects, and remodels, highlighting the principles of universal design beyond ADA requirements. Includes photographs, plans and drawings
Design Meets Disability
by Graham Pullin
Examines how design can elevate objects such as wheelchairs, hearing aids and Braille signs to the same fashion status occupied by eyeglasses
“Extra-Ordinary” Ergonomics : How to Accommodate Small and Big Persons, the Disabled and Elderly, Expectant Mothers and Children
by Karl H.E. Kroemer
Explores universal design solutions that remain functional throughout the lifespan with charts, diagrams and design standards
Inclusive Design : A Universal Need
by Linda L. Nussbaumer
Covers the principles of universal design in residential, commercial and product design. Includes plans and elevations
Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines With Access Standards
Highlights ADA guidelines relevant to kitchen and bathroom design
Universal Design Handbook
edited by Wolfgang Preiser and Elaine Ostroff
Covers all aspects of universal design in residential, commercial, product and technology design around the world. Includes chapters on housing, kitchens, bathrooms, offices, schools, sports and entertainment facilities, play areas, public spaces, and more
Wayfinding : Designing and Implementing Graphic Navigational Systems
by Craig Berger
Covers signage systems for all types of facilities, including healthcare, corporate, sports, and education, with guidelines for accessibility throughout
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ABA Accessibility Standards | United States Access Board
Provides free online access to the full text of the ABA (Architectural Barriers Act) Standards for Accessible Design for new construction and renovations of government buildings, along with additional guidance about what the standards mean and how to apply them
ADA Standards for Accessible Design | United States Access Board
Provides free online access to the full text of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design for new construction and renovations, along with additional guidance about what the standards mean and how to apply them
Building for Everyone: A Universal Design Approach | Centre for Excellence in Universal Design
This set of 10 booklets from the National Disability Authority in Ireland, each available as a free PDF download, covers the design, construction and management of spaces that are accessible to all
Design Objective: Accessible | Whole Building Design Guide
Explains why universal design is important and how to make a building accessible, with color photographs and links to further information
Design Resources | Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access
Short articles, grounded in research, address topics not covered in the building codes, such as wayfinding and knee clearances for people in wheelchairs
The Principles of Inclusive Design | Institute for Human Centered Design
Covers the seven principles of designing for all ages, abilities and circumstances
Universal Design | DISD Library on Pinterest
Brings together universal design information, diagrams, products, and projects from some of the best online sources
In the Library
AARP Guide to Revitalizing Your Home : Beautiful Living for the Second Half of Life : Reimagine, Redesign, Remodel
by Rosemary Bakker
Provides design strategies for remodeling a home to allow aging in place
Building Type Basics for Senior Living
Highlights design features that improve accessibility, including lighting, acoustics, finishes, and wayfinding, in retirement communities, independent living, continuing care facilities, assisted living, and nursing homes
Children and Their Environments : Learning, Using and Designing Spaces
edited by C.P. Spencer and Mark Blades
Explores how children perceive space and the built environment, examining classrooms, playgrounds, homes, towns, natural environments, and other types of spaces
The Cultural Context of Aging : Worldwide Perspectives
edited by Jay Sokolovsky
Explores a wide range of cultural issues around aging, from the perception and valuation of the elderly to caregiving models, the role of grandparents, and dementia care
Design Standards for Children’s Environments
by Linda Cain Ruth
Includes standard dimensions of furniture and fixtures for children and design guidelines for commercial and residential spaces
Ergonomics for Children : Designing Products and Places for Toddlers to Teens
edited by Rani Lueder and Valerie J. Berg Rice
Covers the development, abilities, anthropometry, vision, and hearing of children and teens, including children with injuries, disabilities and health disorders
Homes for the Third Age : A Design Guide for Extra Care Sheltered Housing
by David Robson, Anne-Marie Nicholson and Neil Barker
Examines how good design can minimize the disabling effects of aging, offering design solutions for retirement communities and facilities that provide a continuum of care from fully independent living through nursing care
Residential Design for Aging in Place
by Drue Lawlor and Michael A. Thomas
Illustrates codes and regulations all areas of the home with color photographs and floor plans
Unassisted Living : Ageless Homes for Later Life
by Wid Chapman and Jeffrey P. Rosenfeld
Features 33 single-family dwellings, townhouses, apartments and getaway cottages designed for aging in place, most of which have a clean, modern aesthetic and include sustainable design strategies
Online
Center of Design for an Aging Society
Highlights design strategies to help maximize the abilities and independence of adults as they age, with construction detail drawings for common features
Environments For Aging
Includes articles and project profiles of retirement communities, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and other environments designed for seniors
National Institute on Aging | NIH - National Institutes of Health
Provides information on the medical, social and behavioral aspects of age-related conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease
In the Library
Green Building Materials : A Guide to Product Selection and Specification
by Ross Spiegel and Dru Meadows
Covers labels, standards, certifications, selection and specification of materials
Interior Design Magazine
New products are featured throughout each issue, and Spring and Fall Market Tabloids focus exclusively on interior design products and materials
Interiors & Sources
Focuses on commercial products, materials and projects
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ASID Interior Design Product Finder
Features products for commercial and residential projects, with the option to search vendors by location
Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute : Find Certified Products
Search for products and materials that are Cradle to Cradle Certified
Energy Star Certified Products
Search for products and appliances that are Energy Star Certified, including products for both commercial and residential applications
Green Information for Building Products | Sweets
Lists building materials, furnishings and finishes for which manufacturers have included green information in their Sweets program to help you learn more about their green products, how they are used in sustainable design, and the manufacturer’s own green practices
Product and Building Materials Red List | Green Building Alliance
Provides a list of chemicals and materials known to harm human health, and provides alternatives to those materials
Evaluating and Selecting Green Products | Whole Building Design Guide
Describes the process of and tools for selecting green building materials and products, with information about relevant codes and standards as well as links to sites with further information
Products | Interior Design Magazine
Features products for commercial and residential projects
Products & Materials | DISD Library on Pinterest
Brings together products and materials for commercial and residential projects from some of the best online sources
Sweets Construction Building Materials Directory
Comprehensive information on over 20,000 building products and materials
WaterSense Labeled Products | US EPA
Search for products with the WaterSense label
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In the Library
Becoming an Interior Designer : A Guide to Careers in Design
by Christine Piotrowski
Covers different specialties, types of design firms, business practices, and the design process
Designing Your Future : An Introduction to Career Preparation and Professional Practices in Interior Design
by Cindy V. Beacham, et al
Covers professional associations, different specialties, types of design firms, planning a career path, résumés and cover letters, job seeking, interviewing, and business practices
Re-de-sign : New Directions for Your Interior Design Career
by Cathy Whitlock
Covers different specialties, career paths and types of design firms
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