Absolutely Accessible Kent looks at making ‘disabled’ buildings extinct
On June 14, from 1–4 p.m. at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids, Absolutely Accessible Kent will explore how universal design goes beyond ADA to future-proof space.
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