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What if our environments were designed to support us at all stages of life? Is it possible to create homes and urban landscapes that better enable us to stay socially connected, move freely, and age with dignity in the neighborhoods we love? What would this look like? These are some of the questions that the… Read More
The Northwest Universal Design Council, LightForm, and 3form recently announced a Happy Hour for Universal Design enthusiasts and accessibility advocates on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. The informal event starts at 5:30 p.m. at LightForm, 4770 Ohio Ave S, Seattle WA 98134. Advocates for homes, buildings, landscapes, and other environments that are accessible to all people,… Read More
On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 (12 noon-4:30 p.m.), join the Northwest Universal Design Council, Age Friendly Seattle, AARP Washington, and King County at Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room, 600 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 (Located on Floor 1 of City Hall- Fifth Avenue entrance). Discuss the current housing challenges experienced by older adults, age-friendly home… Read More
The Northwest Universal Design Council and The Maxwell Hotel recently announced a Happy Hour for Universal Design enthusiasts and accessibility advocates on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. The informal event starts at 5:30 p.m. at the hotel, 300 Roy St, Seattle, WA 98109. Advocates for homes, buildings, landscapes, and other environments that are accessible to all… Read More
The principles of Universal Design can be applied to urban environments to make public spaces usable and inviting. Urban designers apply a variety of tools to help pedestrians determine where they are and where they need to go to reach their destination. These tools, known collectively as “wayfinding,” have adapted to incorporate new technologies and… Read More
Updated August 13, 2019 The Northwest Universal Design Council will present an installation at the 2019 Seattle Design Festival Block Party. The Block Party will take place Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Lake Union Park (860 Terry Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109). The installation is entitled… Read More
The Northwest Universal Design Council (NWUDC) and Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery invite you to a happy hour on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, from 4:30–6 p.m. at Ferguson Bath Kitchen and Lighting Gallery (1521 First Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134). This is a low-key “eat-drink-connect” mixer designed to bring NWUDC Steering Committee members together… Read More
Updated 5/15/19 NOTE: Pre-registration for this event is now over-capacity for the room. If you pre-registered but cannot attend, please let us know! If you cannot attend, e-mail info@environmentsforall.org at your earliest opportunity so we can allow others to take your place. The Northwest Universal Design Council and community partners invite you to a forum… Read More
The Northwest Universal Design Council (NWUDC) and Best Plumbing invite you to a happy hour on Thursday, April 25, 2019, from 4:30–6 p.m. at Best Plumbing (4129 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103). This is a low-key “eat-drink-connect” mixer designed to bring NWUDC Steering Committee members together with new folk who support good design for… Read More
Updated 10/23/18 Aging in place is a goal shared by the vast majority of older people in the U.S. (AARP Public Policy Institute 2014 survey), but what if your present home doesn’t meet your changing needs? The Northwest Universal Design Council will host a forum on “Remodeling for Aging in Place” on Wednesday, November 7, 2018…. Read More