Universal design is the process of creating products that are accessible to people with a wide range of abilities, disabilities, and other characteristics. Universally designed products accommodate individual preferences and abilities: communicate necessary information effectively (regardless of ambient conditions or the user's sensory abilities): and can be approached, reached, manipulated, and used regardless of the individual's body size. posture, or mobility. Application of universal design principles minimizes the need for assistive technology, results in products compatible with assistive technology. and makes products more usable by everyone. not just people with disabilities. For example, sidewalk curb cuts, designed to make sidewalks and streets accessible to those using wheelchairs. are today often used by kids on skateboards, parents with baby strollers, and delivery staff with rolling carts. Similarly. a door that automatically opens when someone approaches it is more accessible to everyone. including small children, workers whose arms are full. and people using walkers or wheelchairs.