Pac Rim 2009 Info
Universal Design for Living, Play, and Work
Universal design is a framework for the design of living, playing and working spaces and products benefiting the widest possible range of people in the widest range of situations without special or separate design. Accommodating people of all sizes, ages, and abilities, Universal design is human-centered design. It is not only about places and things but about policies, services and programs. In many parts of the world Universal Design is being linked with sustainable environmental practices. It is the design for the 21st century.
“Technologies for Universal Design” will focus on emerging and cutting-edge technologies for learning and living. Current technology trends and innovations in universal design applications will be shared. Hands on workshops, demos, and product trials will be available. This topic area will feature noted speakers, breakout sessions, panel discussions, and poster display/presentations and a computer lab for hands on training and demonstrations. Presentations include:
- Inclusive Clothing Design—Proposal for Product Development for Mobility Impairment
- Can you find a suitable toilet when you are somewhere outside?
- Universal Design as a Workplace Accommodation Policy and Practice
- Making the Case for Accessibility: New Possibilities, New Directions
- Sympathetic Devices: Inclusive Design Technologies for Independent Living
For more information , please visit: http://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/submissions/, or contact the committee members: Kelly Roberts at robertsk@hawaii.edu; Jim Skouge at Skouge@hawaii.edu; Kiriko Takahashi at kiriko@hawaii.edu. For general Pac Rim information, please email prinfo@hawaii.edu or call (808) 956-7539.
