1. Sinead Burke, Why design should include everyone
Sinead Burke begins by talking about her troubles of trying to navigate through an airport, its terminals, and plane, as it was not designed to be accessible to everyone. This leads to further discussion on public access and ease for her. This leads to unconventional and usual ways to adapt which makes basic tasks very uncomfortable. She mentioned a very important point of accessibility, and how when a new accessible innovation is created or introduced, it is catering to only a few and that it is still not accessible to all.
- Smaller bathroom stalls with accompanying sinks
- height adjustable chairs and tables
- better customer chair and experience
- John Cary, How architecture can create dignity to all?
John Cary explains how architecture is a white and elitist profession throughout the world and largely disconnected with the very people it is being designed for. This creates a barrier on what is actually necessary and needed. He mentions how significant it is to separate aesthetics and reasoning and methods. Making individuals who are using that space feel dignified and valued should be the new priory of designers and architects.