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In this 1997 image, a man seated in a wheelchair was shown accessing a bank of mailboxs, which had been designed so that the lowest row of b
Description:
In this 1997 image, a man seated in a wheelchair was shown accessing a bank of mailboxs, which had been designed so that the lowest row of boxes was at a level, which placed them within easy reach for those who were of shorter stature, or as was the case here, someone seated in a wheelchair. Features such as accessible mailboxes are critical components when creating accessible public spaces in multifamily housing.'The Center for Universal Design (CUD) is a national information, technical assistance, and research center that evaluates, develops, and promotes accessible and universal design in housing, commercial and public facilities, outdoor environments, and products.'
Creator:
CDC/ Richard Duncan, MRP, Sr. Proj. Mngr, North Carolina State University, The Center for Universal Design (CUD)
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Date Added:
October 26, 2012