The word ‘stramp’ is new to me, but what a great example of universal design. It combines stairs and a ramp to make the space accessible for everyone. A companion group can travel all the way to the top, some on the stairs and some on the ramp, and remain in contact the whole time. Love it!
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Even now it’s not without drawbacks, and it’s been suggested that a person with visual or cognitive impairment might find it difficult to use.
We mustn’t delay progress waiting for a ‘perfect’ solution however because that rarely exists. We’ve got to keep going forward, and inch by inch we’ll get there!
While researching the Stramp I found this organisation dedicated to Universal Design. Check out their website, they have some great ideas and resources! Mainly US based but good ideas are, obviously, universal!
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