What makes some designs good and others bad? Why do some designs work while others don’t? Posts in this category offer thoughtful design critiques of modern digital interfaces, with commentary inspired by Don Norman’s “The Design of Everyday Things.”
Google Arts & Culture is a platform that enables cultural institutions to share their treasures and stories through technology. It offers users access to artifacts and artworks from over 2,000 cultural institutions across more than 80 countries, regardless of location. By providing an accessible space for art and culture enthusiasts worldwide, the platform allows users […]
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What are some ways you cope with stress and anxiety? Stress is currently not categorized as a disability under ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), but the effects that stress can lead to are. I looked into a wearable device called TouchPoint, a cognitive aid that helps to relieve stress signals in the body using repetitive
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What is the Access Kit? Partnered with the American Printing House for the Blind (APH), the GE Appliances Access Kit is a set of tactile stickers designed to make home appliances more accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Including over 450 transparent stickers with half symbols and half Braille, the kit is
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Refreshable Braille displays are electronic devices that convert digital text into tactile Braille characters, enabling people who are blind or have low vision to read digital content. These devices exemplify both the Social Model and Medical Model of disability, as they both accommodate individual needs while helping remove barriers to digital information access. The development
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Assistive technology and its benefits can be found across industries, including fashion. Known for being amongst the most beloved international brands, Nike has been increasing the integration of adaptive features into its wares. One such example, its line of EasyOn sneakers was specifically designed to assist people with disabilities with features that benefit everyone.
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Kurzweil 3000 has been created to assist students with learning disabilities; mainly for users who have dyslexia. It offers text-to-speech, study skills, and reading comprehension assistance to assist users with reading and writing. Therefore, it makes the process of accessing the educational content easier, and in turn, enhances the quality and frequency of learning and understanding on the part of the user.
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You probably know that iOS is Apple’s mobile operating system and is known for its opacity, security, and excellent accessibility features. One of the cornerstones of its inclusive design is Voice Control, an assistive technology that allows users to browse their devices entirely through voice. This allows people with mobility barriers to control their iPhone
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Voice Dream is a text-to-speech app that reads articles, documents, and books aloud, useful for individuals with visual impairments or dyslexia. By using the app, people who have a visual disability (blindness, Low Vision), mental disability in reading(Dyslexia, Autism), or people who prefer to listen to the context can read by listening to the AI’s
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Introduction The OpenTable mobile app is designed for managing restaurant reservations, discovering new restaurants , and exploring different cuisines all around the world. OpenTable’s popularity highlights both strong design elements and areas for improvement. We’re going to dive into the design of the OpenTable mobile app based on Don Norman’s principles from “The Design of
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Client: Electronic Arts Intermix (EAI)Team: Mia Greenberg, Allison Chen, Conor Mack, Hridya Nadappattel, Iris SunMy Role: User Researcher, User Experience DesignDesign Tools: Figma, Notion, Google FormsMethods: Baseline Testing, Iterative TestingProject Duration: 6 weeks Overview The Electronic Arts Intermix (EAI) is dedicated to preserving and distributing Video Works and Media Art. Founded in 1971, EAI is
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