2.8. Disability and the Built Environment

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define disability in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about both physical and mental aspects.

2. 2.

   What does inclusive design mean?

   Hint

   Remember it includes everyone.

3. 3.

   What does disability primarily refer to?

   • A health problem
   • An environment issue
   • An interaction between health condition and context

   Hint

   Think about how society impacts health and activity.

4. 4.

   True or False: Inclusive design only benefits individuals with disabilities.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the broader impact of universal designs.

5. 5.

   Design a blueprint for a community park that incorporates universal design principles. List all the features you will include.

   Hint

   Consider how every demographic can use these facilities.

6. 6.

   Evaluate an existing public building (your school or local library) for accessibility challenges. Propose modifications that align with the RPwD Act.

   Hint

   Use your knowledge from the RPwD Act to identify necessary improvements.