Good Fit Poor Fit
Exploring the interaction between people, design, and activity. Good Fit Poor Fit is a podcast from The UD Project, a small business focused on universal design and housing with a mission to increase the demand for universally accessible homes. Learn more at universaldesign.org.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
039: Weather the Weather – Climate Considerations
How can universal design play a part in weather-proofing your home? In this episode, we discuss climate considerations for designing and building universal residences.
00:20:27 |
Fri 15 Jan 2021
038: UD and Me: Meaghan Walls
Meaghan Walls shares her UD and Me story about what inspired her to pursue the design of inclusive communities and spaces.
00:13:15 |
Fri 18 Dec 2020
037: UD and Me: Tiffany Dill
In this episode, we learn about universal design features that really speak to our team member, Tiffany Dill!
00:17:26 |
Tue 15 Dec 2020
036: Microwave Locations & More!
What works best for reheating those holiday leftovers? We asked our Design Advisors for tips about accessible and functional microwave features!
00:16:46 |
Fri 04 Dec 2020
035: UD and Me: Scott Pruett
A chat with the Executive Director of the Universal Design Project about his favorite UD features.
00:10:50 |
Fri 20 Nov 2020
034: Introducing: “UD and Me”
The first episode of our new mini-series about some of our favorite universal designs!
00:19:19 |
Tue 10 Nov 2020
033: Brooke Thabit, Interior Designer
An interview with our 2019 intern about her work in healthcare interior design.
00:25:53 |
Tue 03 Nov 2020
032: Grab Bars
From style to safety -- an overview of grab bars and how to find the best fit for your home.
00:27:48 |
Mon 26 Oct 2020
031: Designing for the Senses
An interview with Dr. Katie Hansen, OT, about considering sensory needs in design.
00:31:27 |
Mon 19 Oct 2020
030: Interview with Danise Levine, Universal Design Champion
An interview with Danise Levine, Assistant Director of the IDEA Center at the University of Buffalo.
00:47:32 |
Mon 12 Oct 2020
029: Welcome Home! Entrances and Entryways
Tips for designing and setting up a home entrance that is functional, safe, and germ-free!
00:18:29 |
Tue 29 Sep 2020
028: Alerts and Alarms
An overview of alarms and alert systems for the Deaf and hard of hearing that can actually keep us all safe!
00:21:13 |
Wed 09 Sep 2020
027: Happy 30th Anniversary to the ADA!
A discussion about the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. How far have we come? Where can we go next to make spaces equitably accessible?
00:14:51 |
Thu 03 Sep 2020
026: Designing for Dementia
Rebecca Langbein joins in on the conversation to discuss unique design tips that benefit those with memory loss, yet are helpful for all.
00:31:45 |
Sat 29 Aug 2020
025: What makes a bedroom comfortable and functional?
Learn why little details make a big difference in the design and layout of a bedroom.
00:16:02 |
Wed 12 Aug 2020
024: COVID-19 is changing the way we interact & use our homes.
If communities can change how things are done with this virus, we can transform the approach to home design for families with and without disabilities.
00:15:44 |
Tue 04 Aug 2020
023: A sink that moves? Take my money!
Our design advisors shared their feedback on a sink that is height adjustable and swings to different locations. Yet, is it universal?
00:19:06 |
Tue 14 Jul 2020
022: The design of our homes profoundly affects our health.
"Your home should be the great equalizer - where your disability doesn't matter."
00:22:08 |
Fri 03 Jul 2020
021: Finding a place for everything in the bathroom.
We discuss some uniquely universal ways to cut down on clutter plus keep things organized and accessible.
00:13:06 |
Sun 14 Jun 2020
020: The tale of two kitchens in one!
Our design advisors weigh in on a kitchen design. Is it a good fit or a poor fit?
00:18:04 |
Tue 26 May 2020
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