Accessibility and Building Materials

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Introduction

This guide offers essential resources related to building materials and accessibility best practices. It provides links to information and guidance from government authorities, professional and trade organizations, manufacturers, and academic libraries. The aim is to support architects, designers, and builders in selecting accessible, sustainable, and safe materials that meet universal design principles.

Keywords for Search and Discovery

To find resources on accessibility and building materials, use the following keywords when searching relevant databases and discovery tools:

• Accessibility
• Universal design
• Building materials
• Inclusive design
• Barrier-free design
• Sustainable materials
• Materials for accessibility

Examples of search phrases include:

• "accessibility AND building materials"
• "universal design AND materials"
• "building materials AND accessibility"
• "inclusive design AND materials"
• "barrier-free design AND building materials"

Please contact me with any questions or suggestions of resources to add to this guide by e-mail at bcjohnston@bsu.edu or phone at 765-285-5865.