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@article{180626,
        author = {Prashant Tomar and Ar. Thoudam Sudha Devi},
        title = {Designing for All: The Role of Universal Design in School Architecture},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {1},
        pages = {2950-2954},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=180626},
        abstract = {Universal Design (UD) in educational buildings is centered on the creation of learning spaces that are accessible, operable, and inclusive for all students, irrespective of physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments. The aim of this study is to investigate the means that the theory and practice of UD can be brought into harmony with school design being the means of equity, independence, and participation. Instead of segregating accessibility as an extra character, UD immerses inclusivity in the very beginning of the planning phase, which is providing different students' needs through careful space strategies. The document presents various design standards and theoretical frameworks for the introduction of architectural solutions that not only comply but also to work for the creation of flexible, power-giving school environments that back up all learners equally.},
        keywords = {Universal Design, Sensory Design, Design Standards, Cognitive Accessibility, Disabilities.},
        month = {June},
        }