design
Web Design Freebies: Free Graphics
Natalia Berdys: The Web Experience in the Autistic Spectrum
Privacy Pop Bed Tent
“Parents of kids on the spectrum may be familiar with his litany of sleep problems: trouble getting to sleep, trouble with waking during the night, trouble with waking too early in the morning, all leading to tiredness during the day and consequent problems with control. This tent has helped by providing a dark, secure environment.” [Amazon customer review]
Some Ideas for Small Spaces
Made in Britain Directory
If you’re keen on classic British design and craftsmanship, check out Make It British. It’s a great source of information on products made and designed in the UK.
An Architecture for Autism
As a young architect, Magda Mostafa was given the task of designing an educational centre for autism. She searched the research literature for autistic-friendly design guidelines, and found very little. So she did her own research from the ground up, and published her findings in An Architecture for Autism, the most-downloaded article from the International Journal of Architecture Research for 2012. For more on Magda, check out this interview with her from ArchDaily.
Autism and Design: A Presentation by the American Institute of Architects
Best Made Company
Came across this neat online store (that actually design some of their own stuff). It’s called Best Made Company and pretty much does what it says. They try to sell the best of all sorts of things, from shirts to toolboxes. There’s a slight leaning towards outdoorsy stuff, but also plenty of other things, including Best Made Soap. Their hardware is, as you’d expect, made to last for generations. It’s a real pleasure to just browse and admire the good old-fashioned workmanship.
Best Made Toolbox
Our Famous Red Wool Blanket
Best Made Company® is dedicated to equipping customers with quality tools and dependable information that they can use and pass down for generations. We seek to empower people to get outside, use their hands and in doing so embark on a life of fulfilling projects and lasting experiences. [From the About Page]
Carryology: Exploring Better Ways to Carry
A slightly eccentric site that does what it says. Carryology is a design site that covers anything to do with luggage, baggage, carry-ons, cases, handbags and wallets. Pretty much anything that you carry, that carries something else. As always, we checked the site-design for autistic-friendliness. The subdued colours and neat layout are easy on the eyes, and the reviews and articles are informative too. Also top-notch pictures all round.
New to Carryology?
To get you started on your quest to Carry enlightment, here’s five hand-picked posts we think will help get you up to speed:
#1 – Slimming your wallet – 5 Steps to reduce the bulk in your back pocket.
#2 – Backpack or Messenger? – A guide to help you choose the right bag for your day to day use.
#3 – Leather Care Tips – Essential care advice to keep that hide looking as good as new.
#4 – Choosing Good Rolling Luggage – If it’s wheeled travel bags you’re after, start here.
#5 – What makes a great wallet – The basic fundementals of good wallet functionality and design.
[from Carryology]
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