Designing spaces that are usable by as many people as possible, without the need for special accommodations.
Designing spaces that work for people of all ages, abilities, and situations
Everyone benefits, not just people with disabilities
Examples in design include using ramps, wide entries, and adjustable counters
Universal Design
Design for all
The planning and designing of private living spaces such as houses, apartments, condos, or other residences where people live.
Personal living spaces
Design is about family life, comfort, details, and style
Aesthetics reflect the homeowner’s personality
Residential
INTERIOR DESIGN
The planning and designing of spaces used for business or public purposes, such as offices, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Public or business spaces
All about efficiency, safety, and brand experience
Design niches include healthcare, office work spaces, and speciality interior design
Commercial
Interior Design
The ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising future generations.
Design that reduces negative impact on the environment
Smart use of resources for long-term health of people and planet
Examples include renewable energy and using recylced materials.
Design With Purpose
Arlene Meckes
Created on October 16, 2025
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Interior Design
Design With Purpose
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All appliances and cabinets are on the same wall.
One Wall
Kitchen Design
Counters and cabinets along two perpendicular walls
L-Shaped
kitchen design
Three walls of cabinets and counters
U-Shaped
Kitchen design
U-shape with a connected counter “peninsula”
Peninsula
KITCHEN DESIGN
Has two parallel counters, like a corridor
Galley
Kitchen Design
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Open concept with central island
Island
KITCHEN DESIGN
Designing spaces that are usable by as many people as possible, without the need for special accommodations.
Universal Design
Design for all
The planning and designing of private living spaces such as houses, apartments, condos, or other residences where people live.
Residential
INTERIOR DESIGN
The planning and designing of spaces used for business or public purposes, such as offices, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Commercial
Interior Design
The ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising future generations.
SUSTAINABILITY
GREEN DESIGN