On the 17 September 2024, CEUD hosted the first in a series of lunch time webinars as part of the Universal Design in the Build Environment series. This webinar, Building for Everyone: Introduction to Universal Design was presented by Ruth O'Reilly, who highlighted the importance of Universal Design to respond to our ageing population, what it means to take a Universal Design approach, and resources available for architectural professionals.
You can watch the recording of this webinar below. ISL interpretation and captions are included.
Following this webinar, you should have:
- An understanding of Universal Design as a response to human needs, particularly in the context of ageing and disability
- Knowledge of the seven principles of Universal Design and their application in the built environment
- Awareness of a Universal Design Approach to Housing
- Awareness of further resources and information
Ruth O’Reilly, Centre for Excellence in Universal Design
Ruth O’Reilly joined the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design in 2020, as Senior Built Environment Design Advisor. The Centre, which is part of the National Disability Authority, promotes universal design of the built environment, services, products, and ICT. Ruth is an architect, with an MSc in Accessibility and Inclusive Design. Ruth is passionate about her work to promote the impact that universal design can have on well-being and inclusion.
Building for Everyone: Introduction to Universal Design