![]() Holmes also states that it is a natural inclination to use yourself as a shortcut to make assumptions about people you’re designing for. I think this is a very important part and one because while exclusion is not something designers like to focus on, it may bring out a different understanding of inclusivity. Holmes talks about defining inclusion, and how while inclusion itself may be hard to pin down, all people understand what exclusion feels like. Kat Holmes’ writing gives designers key takeaways that I think should always be on the top of the mind when designing in our built environment. Never have I found a book that so plainly and positively supports the need for inclusive design in a manner that makes it easy to absorb and implement. Mismatch: How Inclusion Shapes Design by Kat Holmes should be read by everyone, but especially design professionals. And if your new years resolution was to read a good book, I have THE book you should read. 2019 is here! With a new year, there are a lot of new year’s resolutions out there. ![]()
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