Knowledge Library
Here you will find a growing universe of knowledge on Universal Design, social sustainability and accessibility. The Knowledge Library brings together research, articles, reports and cases that all contribute to the understanding of a society designed for everyone — regardless of body, ability or life circumstances.
Universal design, when integrated into policy development, can create the necessary bridge between ambition and practice. This is the message from UN Chief Masumi Uno, whom Bevica Fonden met at UD2024 in Oslo.
Universal design can help drive the cultural shift that the social housing sector needs.
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Artificial intelligence is often described as an objective tool, but according to Jutta Treviranus, AI can end up reinforcing the average and pushing diversity to the margins. Bevica Foundation met Treviranus at UD Oslo 2024 and takes a closer look at what universal design can contribute in the intersection between AI, norms, and diversity.
Per-Olof Hedvall explains why universal design is not a choice, but a societal obligation – and why participation requires us to actively seek out diversity.
Architecture is not only about buildings, but about people. Tina Larsen highlights ethics, sensory experience, and universal design as the foundation for healthy and inclusive environments.
When we design spaces, we also decide who gets a seat at the table — and who gets left out. Professor Janice Rieger, internationally renowned expert and researcher, points to universal design and co-design as the means to real inclusion.
The PhD project maps 270 years of human vision in architecture and design education and points to the need for greater inclusion and diversity in future education.
The text presents Mia Høj Mathiasson's view on how organisations should work with inclusion and universal design as a structural and value-driven approach — rather than a superficial checklist or an isolated committee. She argues that workplaces need to rethink their view of people and create spaces where employees are seen as whole people with changing needs.
World-renowned researcher Edward Steinfeld visited Denmark to talk about universal design and inclusion in urban spaces. He gave presentations to the Bevica Foundation's research network and shared experiences from his long career.
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We have knowledge of universal design — but it needs to be demanded
Three startups from DTU Skylab receive Bevica Seed Grants.
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Don't scold the norm criticism. It is common practice in the field of disability.
World Capital of Architecture 2023 Copenhagen
New design lab will ensure everyone's access to nature
