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get the experience of using various features. One of the kitchens was the universal
kitchen that is designed for advancing ages with wheelchair accessibility. Experiences in
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that kitchen include use of a pair of plastic eye glasses that show how people with various
eyesight problems might see and work in the space.
38. de Klerk, H., & Ampousah, L. (2002 ). The physically disabled South African female
consumer's problems in purchasing clothing. International Journal of Consumer
Studies, 26(2), 93-101.
Keywords: accessibility, function/performance, guest/shopper, quality of life, retail,
space planning, universal design, well-being
Abstract: Comfortable, appropriate, well-fitting clothing can positively affect the self-
esteem of women. Observations and interviews with South African women with physical
disabilities who were shopping for clothes found that the women had troubles accessing
shops because there weren t adequate lifts or parking lots. The women had trouble
reaching clothing racks and fitting rooms were generally not accessible. The women had
trouble finding clothing in the appropriate style that fit; chain stores were preferred for
clothes shopping.
39. Deng, S., & Burnett, J. (2002). Water use in hotels in Hong Kong. International Journal
of Hospitality Management, 21(1), 57-66.
Keywords: green/sustainable design, hotel, water conservation
Abstract: The reduction of hotels water use can result in cost savings and water
conservation. A study of Hong-Kong hotels found that the laundry used the largest
amount of water and then guestrooms and the kitchens. Water use peaked twice a day,
during the morning and evening corresponding to guests washing activities. Water
conservation and management strategies such as gray water recycling, flow regulating
devices, and sub-meters can help reduce water use.
40. Dietsch, D. (2001, February 22). Universal design is no barrier to style. The Washington
Post. Retrieved July 20, 2004, from http://www.washingtonpost.com
Keywords: accessibility, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), residential, universal
design
Abstract: After much searching, the first quadriplegic to serve in Congress, Jim
Langevin (D-R.I.), found an apartment in Foggy Bottom s Columbia Plaza in
Washington, DC, that was accessible. Only three percent of Americans own homes that
have accessibility features, whereas 54 million are disabled, and only 29% of disabled
Americans (18-64 years of age) work (National Organization on Disability). Residential
adaptations are scarce, as the ADA only applies to public spaces and not to personal
residences. Besides expanding doorways for wheelchairs, adding shower stalls, and
adjusting heights of kitchen cabinets and appliances, other features can be designed to
make accessibility functional and aesthetically pleasing. This will be crucial to allow
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persons who become disabled to live independently. It is estimated that between the ages
of 35-65 years, one out of ten persons will be disabled for a minimum of three months.
That ratio increases to one out of seven that a disability for five years or longer will occur
before age 65 (National Safety Council). Housing adjustments can be components of
universal design that make the environment workable for all people. A case-by-case
approach to accessible design works best.
41. Dujardin, T. (2003). Producing a healthy house. ASID ICON, 5, 18-19.
Keywords: allergies/asthma, environmental health, heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning systems (HVAC), indoor air quality (IAQ), multiple chemical sensitivity
(MCS)
Abstract: Creating a healthy home starts with the indoor air quality. Many factors affect
indoor air quality including air purifiers, insulation, paint, furniture, and floor and wall
coverings. Choosing low-emitting products often does not cost more and can be
incorporated into any project. Healthy homes can help control allergies and MCS
(multiple chemical sensitivity).
42. Dunbar, J. (2003). Finding opportunities: Public structures in need of renovation. ASID
ICON, 5, 12-17.
Keywords: aesthetics, durability, First Impressions program, GSA (General Services
Administration), materials selection and specification, public facilities,
renovation/restoration
Abstract: The Federal Government owns over one million square feet of real estate.
Renovation, remodeling, restoration, or rehabilitation administered by GSA of almost
every space is or will be underway in the coming years, with the work a collaboration of
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