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Center for Real Life Design launches with an emphasis on universal design and sustainability

May 2, 2017

The Universal Design Kitchen features design principles and appliances intended to accommodate people with a range of physical and cognitive abilities.

Muted colors and matte finishes create a soothing environment for children with autism. A slate-gray cooking surface on a cream porcelain countertop provides contrast for those with impaired vision. And a low, shallow sink eases kitchen work from a wheelchair.