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universal design

[ˌjuː.nɪ.ˈvɜː.səl dɪˈzaɪn]
nounpl: universal designs
design universal
1. A design philosophy that aims to create products, environments, and systems usable by all people, regardless of age, ability, or status, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.
The architect incorporated universal design principles to ensure the building was accessible to people with disabilities.
O arquiteto incorporou princípios de design universal para garantir que o edifício fosse acessível a pessoas com deficiência.
2. The process of designing products and spaces to be inherently inclusive and accessible to the widest possible audience.
Universal design goes beyond compliance; it creates better experiences for everyone.
O design universal vai além da conformidade; cria melhores experiências para todos.
Synonyms
inclusive designaccessible designdesign for all
Antonyms
exclusive designspecialized design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
design universal
Most common term in Brazil
General Brazilian
desenho universal
Alternative formal term
Portugal
design universal
Standard term in Portuguese Portuguese
Portugal
desenho para todos
Alternative descriptive term

Related Idioms & Phrases

design for all
inclusive design approach
accessibility-first design
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