Good Fit / Poor Fit

038: UD and Me: Meaghan Walls 18.12.2020 13:15 ↓

Meaghan Walls shares her UD and Me story about what inspired her to pursue the design of inclusive communities and spaces. Source

037: UD and Me: Tiffany Dill 15.12.2020 17:26 ↓

In this episode, we learn about universal design features that really speak to our team member, Tiffany Dill! Source

036: Microwave Locations & More! 04.12.2020 16:46 ↓

What works best for reheating those holiday leftovers? We asked our Design Advisors for tips about accessible and functional microwave features! Source

035: UD and Me: Scott Pruett 20.11.2020 10:50 ↓

A chat with the Executive Director of the Universal Design Project about his favorite UD features. Source

034: Introducing: “UD and Me” 10.11.2020 19:19 ↓

The first episode of our new mini-series about some of our favorite universal designs! Source

033: Brooke Thabit, Interior Designer 03.11.2020 25:53 ↓

An interview with our 2019 intern about her work in healthcare interior design. Source

032: Grab Bars 26.10.2020 27:48 ↓

From style to safety -- an overview of grab bars and how to find the best fit for your home. Source

031: Designing for the Senses 19.10.2020 31:27 ↓

An interview with Dr. Katie Hansen, OT, about considering sensory needs in design. Source

030: Interview with Danise Levine, Universal Design Champion 12.10.2020 47:32 ↓

An interview with Danise Levine, Assistant Director of the IDEA Center at the University of Buffalo. Source

029: Welcome Home! Entrances and Entryways 29.09.2020 18:29 ↓

Tips for designing and setting up a home entrance that is functional, safe, and germ-free! Source

028: Alerts and Alarms 09.09.2020 21:13 ↓

An overview of alarms and alert systems for the Deaf and hard of hearing that can actually keep us all safe! Source

027: Happy 30th Anniversary to the ADA! 03.09.2020 14:51 ↓

A discussion about the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. How far have we come? Where can we go next to make spaces equitably accessible? Source

026: Designing for Dementia 29.08.2020 31:45 ↓

Rebecca Langbein joins in on the conversation to discuss unique design tips that benefit those with memory loss, yet are helpful for all. Source

025: What makes a bedroom comfortable and functional? 12.08.2020 16:02 ↓

Learn why little details make a big difference in the design and layout of a bedroom. Source

024: COVID-19 is changing the way we interact & use our homes. 04.08.2020 15:44 ↓

If communities can change how things are done with this virus, we can transform the approach to home design for families with and without disabilities. Source

023: A sink that moves? Take my money! 14.07.2020 19:06 ↓

Our design advisors shared their feedback on a sink that is height adjustable and swings to different locations. Yet, is it universal? Source

022: The design of our homes profoundly affects our health. 03.07.2020 22:08 ↓

"Your home should be the great equalizer - where your disability doesn't matter." Source

021: Finding a place for everything in the bathroom. 14.06.2020 13:06 ↓

We discuss some uniquely universal ways to cut down on clutter plus keep things organized and accessible. Source

020: The tale of two kitchens in one! 26.05.2020 18:04 ↓

Our design advisors weigh in on a kitchen design. Is it a good fit or a poor fit? Source

019: What do mock airline flights & demonstration homes have in common? 06.05.2020 13:43 ↓

Experiential education! Deeper understanding is gained when people can practice tasks then apply lessons learned to their life. Source

018: “How does inaccessibility impact your health?” 28.04.2020 15:27 ↓

"It was not until I actually gained more access in and out of the house that my health truly got better. My mental health went up and I felt more worth than I had felt before." -James Source

017: What is it like interning with us? 23.04.2020 21:28 ↓

Kati reflects on her experience as an occupational therapy student and discusses how she promoted our organization and her future profession. Source

016: Housing and Collaboration: Stories from the Field 10.04.2020 42:52 ↓

Experiences as occupational therapists collaborating with building and design professionals. Source

015: Freestanding tubs, are they safe? 10.04.2020 16:32 ↓

Even though these tubs are a current design trend, we polled our Design Advisors and they all agree this product's design isn't safe for most people. Source

014: When lights don’t work even when they’re on. 09.04.2020 11:00 ↓

Collaboration between an occupational therapist and a lighting designer will result in exterior lighting that's a good fit for everyone. Source