The upside: Designers thrive on questioning convention–on unearthing solutions to seemingly intractable problems. If 2017 revealed anything, it’s that good design has never mattered more; it’s just ...

One of the best-known photographs of the late Steve Jobs pictures him sitting in the middle of the living room of his Los Altos house, circa 1982. There isn’t much in the room, save an audio system ...

The goal of universal design is to maximize usability by individuals with a wide variety of characteristics. Whether learning strategies or physical space, universal design operates by a set of ...

Accessibility by design is crucial for inclusive growth. Explore effective strategies to make spaces welcoming for everyone.

We all enjoy good design, but not everyone has the experience to know how to do it right. Even if you're not an artist, there are certain principles that everyone can learn that are useful in everyday ...

Operating systems are the backbone of modern computing and play a crucial role in managing the resources of a computer. The design and implementation of an operating system involve a wide range of ...

Editor’s note: Rich Ideas is a monthly design column by Sheila Rich of Monmouth Beach, who has been creating timeless interiors for over 30 years. Her award-winning design firm, Sheila Rich Interiors, ...