Step 1: Recall Your Everyday Spaces (2 Minutes)

Watch a video:https://media.ed.ac.uk/media/Recall+your+everyday+spaces/1_rcyybrps

A video shotscreen.

Step 2: Identify barriers (3 Minutes)

1.Imagine how the space would be challenging for someone using a wheelchair.

2.Use symbols to mark potential barriers in the picture:

A sport stadium

• Red circles: Areas with stairs or no ramps.
• Yellow circles: Narrow doorways or entrances.
• Blue circles: Missing signage or pathways without clear navigation aids.

Step 3: Draw a line (10 Minutes)

                —-Guide participants to draw practical, inclusive solutions.

Activity:

1.Examples of simple design inspirations:

• Green lines: Indicate ramps replacing stairs.
• Orange circles: Add tactile signage or directional aids.
• Purple circles: Highlight areas for automatic doors or wider entrances.

2.Guiding questions:

• “How would you design a pathway that allows wheelchair users to navigate easily?”
• “What features would you add to assist someone who uses a wheelchair?”

3.Sketch solutions at the blank space on the template or freehand design on a blank paper.

Step 4: Share and Reflect (3 Minutes)

—-Encourage participants to share their designs and learn from each other.

1.Present sketches and explain choices:

• “Why did you prioritize these features?”
• “Which elements address the needs of wheelchair users?

2.Shared designs and collaborative feedback on Miro.

Link:https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVL89xTsw=/?share_link_id=32900928892

Step 5: Quiz and Reflection (2 Minutes)

1.Barrier Identification

(   ) Which of the following would be considered a potential obstacle in a public space?

• a) A wide entrance with a ramp
• b) A staircase with no ramp or elevator
• c) Clear tactile signage
• d) A spacious pathway free of obstructions

2.Solution Design

(   ) Which action best represents designing for accessibility in a public venue?

• a) Adding colorful decorations to pathways
• b) Installing ramps alongside stairs and tactile signage for navigation
• c) Creating narrow corridors to maximize seating capacity
• d) Removing all signage for a minimalistic look

3.Awareness Building

(   ) Why is inclusive design important in public spaces?

• a) It improves aesthetics for all users
• b) It ensures accessibility for everyone, fostering equality and community inclusion
• c) It reduces construction costs by eliminating non-essential features
• d) It is only useful for a small portion of society

Answer: 1.b 2.b 3.b