Universal Design Style Year End Top 10: Concept Designs

Dreams of what’s possible and what’s to come begin with concept designs. While not always perfected finished products, they reach for the stars of imagination. Here are the best of what I saw this past year. Again the list is in order from most recent article to the oldest.

10. Reach and Match

Color, shape, sound, and Braille teaching toy for toddlers.

9. Elevated Bathtub

A bathtub that comes down to you. No stepping over walls or transferring.

8. Air Access

A system that makes the boarding and flying experience less of a hassle for wheelchair users.

7. BhINge

No more lifting a trashbag out of a trashcan, just open up the sides.

6. Cursum

A very well researched and designed baby stroller that attaches to wheelchairs.

5. Universal Fitness Board

Lots of different exercises can be done with this surprising simple piece of fitness equipment.

4. Conduct

With the use of an iPad, this device can interpret sign language and translate it into speech.

3. Inflatable Bathtub

Another accessible bathtub concept with a wall that can be collapsed and inflated.

2. Mobi

A power assist wheelchair that can fold up within its outside wheel diameter.

1. Balance Stick

Never worry about this walking cane falling over because it stands on its own.