Accessibility & Ergonomics

ADA refers to the Americans with Disabilities Act and guides Accessible Design.

Body Impressions refer to the indentations that form on the surface of a Mattress or cushion over time, caused by the pressure of a person's body.

Casters are small wheels or rollers designed to be attached to the bottom of an object, often a piece of Furniture, to enable it to move easily.

Cluster refers to a group of objects or elements intentionally placed together to form a cohesive arrangement within a Layout.

Comfort layers refer to the components of a Mattress designed to provide cushioning and support.

A draught chair is a specialized type of Office Chair designed to provide ergonomic support and comfort at Drafting Tables or high desks.

An Easy Chair is a type of comfortable, upholstered Arm Chair designed for relaxation or reading.

Egress refers to the way out of a room or building as part of Circulation, which includes exits or any other means of leaving.

A design questionnaire is a tool used during a Consultation to gather information from clients on their preferences, requirements, and goals for an interior design project.

A pillow top Mattress is a mattress that features an additional Upholstery layer sewn on top for extra comfort.

Reclining furniture refers to seating options designed with adjustable mechanisms, such as those used in a Recliner, for leaning back and elevating the legs.

A distinctive, swivel-based Arm Chair characterized by its circular motion.

Furniture arrangement is the process of organizing and positioning furniture in a room, closely related to Space Planning, to create a cohesive, functional, and aesthetically pleasing space.

Gender neutral in interior design refers to spaces or designs rooted in Inclusive Design that do not conform to traditional gender norms and stereotypes.

Space planning is a crucial aspect of interior design that involves arranging the physical layout of spaces within a building, often beginning with a Floor Plan, to optimize their use and functionality.

Task lighting refers to light sources specifically designed to assist in the execution of activities that require focused illumination, often through Direct Lighting.

A swivel chair is a chair with a single central leg that allows the seat to rotate 360 degrees around its vertical axis via a Swivel Mechanism.

Universal Design is an approach to design, closely related to Inclusive Design and Accessible Design, that caters to the widest possible range of abilities, ensuring products and environments are accessible and usable by everyone, regardless of age, size, or disability.

Viscoelastic foam is a type of Polyurethane Foam known for its ability to mold to the body in response to heat and pressure.

A writing desk is a piece of furniture designed specifically for writing and other related tasks, with related forms including the Bureau and Secretary.

Layout refers to the arrangement of objects within a space and is a central part of Space Planning.