The master’s thesis deals with planning the living environment for all life stages according to the principles of universal building design. Although universal design is still underrepresented in planning practice, with the ageing of the population, it is becoming an essential factor for the independent functioning of older adults in their home environment. The purpose of the master’s thesis is to evaluate the criteria of universal design based on a case study of a multi-apartment building and to cover different groups of persons with reduced abilities (disability). Based on the assessment, a conceptual design of parts and elements of the building (access, entrance, communications, common areas and apartment) will be created, considering the requirements and recommendations of universal design. The conceptual design proposal will introduce digital technologies to improve occupants’ safety and quality of life in all life stages. For the Master’s thesis, we reviewed the requirements and recommendations for the universal design of multi-apartment buildings (Serbia, Slovenia, the world). Based on the review, we created an evaluation sheet of criteria for the universal design of a multi-apartment building. We used it to view and evaluate the building in question. We obtained important information by testing the accessibility and functionality of parts of the building with an older adult. Based on the assessment of the actual situation, we created a model of the conceptual design of the existing building and apartment in the Revit program and provided new solutions. In the improved conceptual design, we introduced the concepts of home automation and digitization for people’s well-being, health and safety in all life stages. The work contributes to raising awareness of the importance of universal design. It offers concrete guidelines for creating environments that enable equal participation in society for all individuals, regardless of age or physical abilities, for functioning.
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