(Doc)Assignment on Design 2022

Running head: DESIGN
Part 1: Venue Design Analysis
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Importance of venue design
Design is a fundamental form of creativity that impacts our lives through the environment
we work and how we work. Designs must not always be new impressive or different to be
regarded as successful for the purpose they are supposed to fulfill. However, they should be
innovative in fulfilling the product and service needs. The design makes ideas look tangible
through imagination and making real objects says Aspenlund, (2010).
Application of Universal Design Principles
Modern-day designs rely on universal design principles for all public places example
schools, hospitals, hotels, libraries, restaurants, and many others. The design principles
incorporate the different characteristics of people example those with disabilities, gender, race,
age, ethnicity, and stature among others (Lidwell, Holden, & Butler, 2010). Universal design
principles incorporate all aspects of technology, professionalism, housing and residential aspects
among other services depending on the intention and purpose of the design.
The venue design is a form of physical space applying design principles to ensure it is
welcoming, accessible, comfortable, functional and attractive. The design should put specific
considerations on the climate, entrances, routes, furniture, information resources, safety,
information, and technology. Individuals with or without disabilities can use the same design
area (Burnstahler, 2012). The design should have clear directional signs and physical spaces with
door sensors that automatically open to allow passage of people and their luggage.
The first principle of universal design used in this venue is ensuring Equitable Use. The
design takes into consideration the people with and without disabilities. It ensures provisions for

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security, privacy, and safety of all individuals by ensuring proper communication systems, air
conditioning, lighting, and entertainment.
The second principle of design is the facilitation of user accuracy and precision. Users
of this design should be able to adapt to any pace through the provision of different
communication devices and a wide area to access any help from the management at the reception
(Fu, et al., 2016).
Third, a design should be simple and intuitive to use. Regardless of the experience,
profession, knowledge, skills or language of the user, all designs must be easy to use. The design
should eliminate unnecessary complexity by accommodating a wide range of literacy and
language skills (Rains, 2007). Information should be arranged as per importance.
Fourth, designs must be perceptible to information. Users should be able to access the
necessary information without difficulties. The designer of the reception area has used different
modes of commutation such as wall speakers, table bells, magazines and one on one
communication at the front desk. The design is compatible with different devices used by visitors
such as phones or credit cards and people with sensory limitations.
The fifth principle is the tolerance to error. This principle acknowledges that errors exist
and design must be able to minimize such errors and related consequences such as accidents or
actions that are unintentional (Rodriquez, 2012). Therefore, the designer must provide warnings
of possible errors and hazards to discourage unconscious actions for the safety of users or
visitors.
Lastly, the principle of low physical effort should be applied to ensure that the design is
not only used efficiently but also ensure comfort and less fatigue among users. The design has

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not allowed ample space for all users by providing moving chairs, communication devices, wall
speakers, good lighting and a large customer area to serve the needs of customers at a time
(Hollingshead, 2018). Appropriate size and space should be provided for manipulation, reach,
approach and use for every user’s needs such as body size, mobility or posture. A user can reach
all components without straining or interfering with the comfort of any other user. All the
universal design principles should be applied to ensure the products, and environments meet the
needs of the users (Barnhaurt, 2012).
Intended Purpose of Design
The intended purpose of the design has not been fully achieved as per the deign principles
a. To improve the design quality of the reception area through the creation of more ambiance
thus making it more accessible as per the universal principles of design. The desk is too small to
allow serving more than one person.
b. To recommend ways that need the application of universal design principles in the interiors,
furniture, exhibition, and display as well as landscaping. The area has no furniture, and important
displays to add to the beauty of the reception.
c. To investigate the application of universal design principles in the interiors such as
reception area
d. Investigate the ways that universal design can be applied in design
e. Improve design quality of reception area; the area needs to improve on the security
measures such as providing locks which are clearly missing from the desk, the walls are dirty
and require repainting.