• Universal Design

• Transit Oriented Design

• Green Design

What is Universal Design?

The intent of Universal Design is to simplify life for everyone by making products, communications, and the built environment more usable by as many people as possible at little or no extra cost. Universal Design benefits people of all ages and abilities.

–North Carolina State Center for Universal Design

Universal Design Welcomes Everyone

• A helical ramp winds upward to the second floor, permitting easy access and safe evacuation.

• Accessible elevators, automatic doors, and wide corridors create easy circulation.

• Restrooms accommodate all ability levels and include private rooms for assisted individuals.

• Specially designed signage and way-finding devices guide people who are blind or have low vision.

• Hands-free sensors and timers control lighting, acoustical, and security systems