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Did you know that ____ out of every ten people in the world is left-handed?

They face challenges in a society designed for right-handed ____.

It is inconvenient for them to use some right-handed ____ such as scissors, cameras, and computer mice.

The world we live in is designed to be an environment ____ for what is considered “normal” for the majority of people, and it is filled with objects that are easy for them to use.

Thus, those who do not belong to that category have no choice but to live with ____.

In other words, a minority of people with physical differences, such as the left-handed, the disabled, and the elderly, either endure inconvenience or deliberately seek objects designed especially for them, which are often difficult to ____.

Is it impossible to build an environment where ____ can use products and facilities conveniently and without limitations?

It was Ronald ____ who sought the answer to this question.

He contracted ____ at the age of nine and spent the rest of his life in a wheelchair.

When studying architecture at ____, he struggled to access some campus facilities due to inaccessible building designs.

This experience later ____ him to invent the term universal design, which refers to design for all.

As an architect and product designer, he pursued a world in which all products and environments were designed to be artistic and usable to the greatest extent possible by everyone, regardless of their age, size, ____, nationality, or language.

According to the principles of universal design, the design must be able to be used equitably, flexibly, simply, and ____ by a wide variety of people.

In addition, it ____ be cognitively accessible and minimize users’ physical ef forts.

Finally, it requires the providing of sufficient space for all users while reducing potential hazards and ____ consequences from accidental or unintended actions.

A key feature of ____ design is that this is not a special requirement only for the benefit of a minority of the population.

If an environment is ____, usable, convenient, and a pleasure to use, everyone in the community benefits.

____ has universal design been incorporated into modern architecture?

One of the most representative examples of universal design being used to ____ accessibility is the ramps installed in front of buildings.

Ramps, not stairs, are necessary for people with disabilities who use wheelchairs, and they are also ____ for parents pushing strollers and the elderly.

They are invaluable for ____ who rely on assistive devices such as wheelchairs and crutches.

They also provide convenience for ____ who have their hands full and children who are not tall enough to open the doors themselves.

A further ____ is tactile paving.

These textured surfaces, often found on sidewalks, steps, and crosswalks, assist visually ____ individuals by guiding them through urban spaces.

Universal design is not only applied in modern architecture but also extends to ____ systems.

For instance, ____ have been designed with a floor closer to ground level to ease access for all passengers.

Handles of various ____ are provided, another method by which universal design is implemented to accommodate passengers’ different heights.

Subway maps have also been designed for color-blind individuals to clearly distinguish between subway lines by adjusting the color and the brightness and by varying the thickness of ____ that have similar colors.

Additionally, the use of pictograms can be ____ frequently.

Signs indicating the locations of subway or train ____ assist international travelers who may not be familiar with the local language.

Likewise, ____ signs indicating school zones, speed limits, and directions for turns and stops aid drivers in recognizing important information more easily.

____ universal design has been utilized in architecture and transportation systems for some time, a newer application is in the fashion industry.

Clothing designed with universal design integrates ____ and breathable materials, enhancing comfort and mobility.

Other features include the use of magnets and Velcro in place of buttons, making it easier to ____ on and take off clothing.

It also incorporates traits like stretchy waistbands and adjustable ____ to allow individuals with disabilities to dress independently.

This ____ of clothing is also beneficial for pregnant women, older adults who may experience mobility issues, and individuals with temporary injuries or medical conditions.

Overall, universal design clothing ____ increased comfort, convenience, independence, and improved mobility and flexibility for wearers of all abilities.

You may find it surprising that universal design can be ____ in more parts of society than you thought.

However, ____ has not been done to accommodate everyone yet.

Universal ____ should be implemented more extensively to promote full participation in the community for a wider range of people.

It is time to build more equitable environments that are ____ to everyone.

So are you on board to create a universally ____ world for all?