Sandi Wassmer of Copious explains the 10 principles of inclusive
web design and how to apply them to the real world of website
building What is inclusive web design? It’s about considering
the needs of the widest variety of people possible throughout
the design process, from conceptualisation to planning, build
and completion. Inclusive design is well established in
architecture and industrial design and the principles that apply
to these disciplines are equally relevant on the web. It’s
people that your website engages with, not technologies, so a
user-centred approach is fundamental. There are 10 basic
principles of inclusive design – follow these and you won’t go
far wrong. 1. Be equitable Being equitable is a central tenet of
inclusive design, but it’s important to note that equitable is
not the same as equal. It’s not about having your website look
the same on every device; it’s about providing different user
experiences, but with equally valuable outcomes. This can be
achieved by involving real users in