As we move steadily towards a society where the differently abled can access all the aspects of culture, we're seeing a rise in the number of innovations that make use of modern technology to turn disabilities into manageable issues. Cities and brands around the world are incorporating smart solutions to keep the differently abled moving including accessible public transit and even wheelchairs that are sturdy enough to go off-roading.
The incorporation of the differently abled into all aspects of our culture from advertising to taxis that can easily accommodate a wheelchair. A personal favorite is the JC Penny retail display that incorporated people of all walks of life from the differently abled to those with various body types. Here's hoping the future leads to the further dissolution of differently abled boundaries.
22 Mobility Innovations
From Subway Accessibility Apps to 3D Printed Wheelchair Ramps:
Michael Hemsworth — Aug 15, 2014 — Lifestyle
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Robotic Wheelchair Beds
This Service Robot Makes Wheelchair-Bound Patients’ Lives Easier
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Versatile Mobile Wheelchairs
This Motorized Wheelchair by WHILL Has Three Different Modes
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Inspirational Wheelchair Fashion Models
Danielle Sheypuk is the First-Ever Wheelchair Model
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Wheelchair-Friendly Coupes
This Car for the Handicapped Accommodates Drivers with Disabilities
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Extreme All-Terrain Wheelchairs
The Ziesel Off-Road Vehicle Lets You Shred While Seated
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Off-Road Wheelchairs
The HexHog Offers Wheelchair Users Unprecedented Access Outdoors
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Inverted Accessible Seating
The Slide Wheelchair Facilitates an Independent Approach by its Front
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Ski-Simulating Sit-Cycles
The Sway Recreational Vehicle Imitates the Act of Carving Through Snow
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Realistic Retail Mannequins
JC Penny's Retail Display Mannequins Reflect Diverse Body Types
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Kid-Friendly Wheelchairs
This Ergonomic and Affordable Wheelchair Design was Created For Children
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Trunk Wheelchair Accessible Cars
The Kenguru Lets Drivers to Easily Roll in Through the Rear Door
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Wheelchair-Bound Model Fashion Ads
The Diesel Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Jillian Mercado
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Vivid Mobility Equipment
Simpati’K Set Takes a Fresh and Colorful Design to Uplift Young Patients
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Impact-Indicating Trousers
Bruise Injury Detection Suit Forms Simulated Lesions for Paraplegics
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3D Printed Wheelchair Ramps
The Printable Portable Wheelchair Ramps Make Mobility More Convenient
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Accessible Subcompact Autos
The EQUAL Concept Car Caters Specifically to Wheelchair-Bound Drivers
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Mouth-Controlled Wheelchairs
The Tongue Drive System Provides an Easier Method of Control
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Efficient Aircraft Wheelchairs
POSTA Seat Transfer Makes Travel More Comfortable to the Disabled
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Uplifting Friendship Beer Ads
Guinness Propounds the Virtues of Friendship in its Beer Commercial
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Adjustable Athletic Wheelchairs
The CrossTrainer by Andrew Lowe Makes Sport Participation Easier
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Affordable Child Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs of Hope Project Offers Kid-Sized Wheelchair Options
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Subway Accessibility Apps
The Wheely App Indicates Where Wheelchair Ramps and Elevators in NYC are
Related Ideas
Bird-Inspired Mobility Crutches
The Conceptual 'Carbo' Crutch by Hesham El-sheikh is Advanced
Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances
Paul Parsons Creates Themed Kitchen Appliance Concepts
Accessible Home Device Series
The Beyond Sight Line Caters to People with Visual Impairments
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Empowering Walking Sticks
18 Designers Conceptualized Walking Sticks for the Future Selves
Electric Transportation Concepts
Marko Petrovic Balances Utility, Sustainability, and Demand
Smart Fridge Vending Machines
Subway is Testing a Vending Machine Filled with Pre-Made Sandwiches
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
Micro-Living Kitchen Appliance Hubs
The Electrolux Adapted Concept Was Developed by Students
See-Through Ride-On Suitcases
The Latest Airwheel Suitcase Holds Up to 28-Liters of Essentials
Branded Interactive Parks
Birkenstock's Birkenfields Invited New Yorkers to Slow Down
Autonomous Vehicle Coffee Makers
The 'DOTS' Vehicle Coffee Machine by Junseo Oh is Compact
3D-Printed House Neighborhoods
EYRC and Mighty Buildings Develop the Suburbs of the Future
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Elevating Passenger Level Vehicles
The Conceptual Audi Cascade by Chris Min Has a Comfy Interior
Walking Assistance Roller Skates
Rollkers Debuted Its Smart Roller Skates Concept at CES 2023
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
Urban Mobility Chairs
Honda Robotics is Testing a Powered Chair Paired with VR Headset Devices
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Automated Low-Tech Shoe Designs
The 'Heaven’s Door' Shoes Allow for Easy On and Off
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Folding Ambidextrous Mouse Concepts
The Microsoft Form Travel Mouse by Carl Betterley is Compact
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Ultra-Accessible Kiosks
'The 46' Kiosk is the Most Accessible in the Micro Market Industry
Accessibility-Promoting Electric Quadricycles
This Vehicle Caters to Drivers With Disabilities
Accessible Customization-Focused Bags
JanSport Launches a Backpack Range For the Mobility Impaired
Urban Rental Scooter Systems
The 'City Wander' Portable Rental Scooter Concept is Space-Efficient
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
Underground Delivery Systems
Wendy's & Pipedream are Changing Mobile Order Delivery
Superhero-Themed Dynamic Vehicles
adidas and Lexus Join on the Wakanda Forever Car
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Inclusive Shopping Labels
Coca-Cola Debuts NaviLens QR Codes for Visually Impaired Consumers
Music-Streaming Personal Robots
The gitamini Limited-Edition Shadow Black Has Built-In Bluetooth
Comfy Printed Component Chairs
These 3D-Printed Chair Designs are Sustainable and Modern
Electronic 3D Book Concepts
The bbook Concept is Designed for the Visually Impaired
Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens
ADD APT is a "Superior Writing Tool" That is Incredibly Comfortable
Inclusive Barbie Dolls
Barbie® Introduces Its First Doll with Down Syndrome
Inclusive Fashion Runways
The Runway of Dreams Foundation Returns for New York Fashion Week
Accessibility-Enhancing Beauty Packaging
The Boticário Group Launches Inclusive Accessories
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics
The 'Lunet' Mechanical Prosthetic by David Edquilang is Advanced
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs
Gensler Reimagines the Accenture Office Space in Chicago
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Off-Road Campsite Solutions
The Collaborative Adventure Mobility Platform is Expansive
Food Truck Billboards
McDonald's Transformed Billboards into Digital Food Truck Displays
Pet-Carrying Walking Aids
Feng Chang's Walking Aid Innovation Embraces Companionship
VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs
Honda Presents the Extended Reality UNI-ONE Wheelchair
Colorfully Immersive Retail Experiences
Al-Jawad Pike Designs a Athletic Propulsion Labs Store
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Accessible Shower Designs
The Showee Eco-Smart Shower Revolutionizes the Showering Experience
Playful Public Seating Designs
The London Festival of Architecture Boasts a Series of Seats
Solar-Powered City Cars
Squad Mobility's SQUAD Car is a CES 2023 Innovation
Bespoke Vehicle-Inspired Partnerships
Can-Am & The Shoe Surgeon Create Bespoke Sneaker Designs
Inclusive Swimwear Collections
Onewith Swim Boasts a Patent-pending Design
Accessible Toothbrush Add-Ons
Landor & Fitch's Toothbrush Accessories Adapt to Individual Needs
Luxury Discrete Wheelchair Designs
The Resilience Wheel Chair is Ground-Breaking in Its Design
Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs
The 'Fluid' Wheelchair Hand Cycle Supports Quick Movement
Seamless Concession Platforms
Zippin Walk-Up Transforms Traditional Concession Stand Experiences
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Adaptive School Backpacks
adidas Launched an Adaptive Backpack with the GAMUT Seal of Approval
Sleek Artful Accessible Furniture
ThirdKind Presents its Abigail Collection of Furniture
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Digitally Led Bakery-Cafes
Panera's Small-Format Store Has a Digitized Menu & Tracking Screens
Accessible Christmas Food Magazines
M&S and RNIB Created an Inclusive Magazine for the Holidays
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Car Color-Changing Technology
BMW Conceptualizes Car Color-Changing Technology
Purpose-Driven Popcorn Snacks
Gourmet Popcorn is on a Mission to Create Jobs
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Visually Impaired Puzzle Blocks
LEGO Presents Braille Bricks for an Inclusive Playing
Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating
The Membran Collective Joins the Urban Networks Project
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
User-Friendly Vehicle Manual Ramps
Braunability Introduces the ADA Infloor with Simple Stow™ Ramp
Accessible Campus Designs
Stride Treglown Worked with Deaf Academy Staff on an Accessible Design
Adaptive Senior Fashion
Joe & Bella Specializes in Modern, Adaptive Fashion for Seniors
Accessible Airline Seats
Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
Car-Free AR Lenses
Bolt's Feels Like Home Campaign Uses AR to Envision Car-Free Spaces
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Accessibility-Focused Coffee Machines
Orlie's Innovative Coffee Machine Upgrade Tackles Barriers
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
QSR Food-Inspired Door Designs
McDonald's France Launches a New Digital Campaign of Door Visuals
Apparel Brand Industry Expansions
'Reebok' is Expanding to Enter the Micro-Mobility Space
Upcycled Automotive Couture Collections
This Collection is Made With Discarded Auto Components
AR Apartment Platforms
3D Apartment Lets Home Hunters Virtually View Their Furniture in a New Home
AI-Powered Digital Document Accessibility
Adobe Implements Artificial Intelligence for Inclusivity
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Repurposed Waste Transit Tiles
Jeffrey Miller Creates Riles for the London Underground
Checkout-Free Campus Retail Experiences
Grubhub Will Use Amazon Just Walk Out Technology on Campus
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Redesigned Unifying Transit Terminals
Foster + Partners Renovates the NY Midtown Bus Terminal
Underwater Bicycle Parks
VenhoevenCS Architecture + Urbanism Completes the IJboulevard
Global Affordable Housing Competitions
ICON Challenging Architects & Designers with Initiative 99
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Accessible Travel Agencies
Accessible Romania by Sano Touring Revolutionizes Travel
Adaptable Foldable Electric Bikes
Buzzy Bike Designs a Dynamic and Expressive E-Bike
Automotive Parking Lot Pop-Ups
Mercedes-Benz Turned Parking Lot Spaces into a Mini Showroom
Neurodiversity-Focused DEI Initiatives
IBM's Neurodiversity Program Fosters Equal Opportunities
Accessibility Appliance Accessories
The LG Universal UP Kit is Accessible and Sustainable
Accessible Bathroom Collections
MAC Faucets Aims to Enhance Inclusivity and Comfort
Inclusive Cereal Packaging
Kellogg's is Adopting NaviLens Technology to Support Blind Shoppers
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
Accessible Payment Cards
Mastercard's Touch Cards Have Notches to Aid the Visually Impaired
Activism-Themed Custom Upcycled Shoes
tareet Delivers Custom ASICS for the APOC Store
Vibrant Public Art Installations
Rico Gatson's Installation Brings Life to Penn Station
Retail Accessibility Frameworks
Starbucks Has Unveiled the Inclusive Spaces Framework
3D-Printed Public Pavilion Prototypes
Hassell Works with Nagami on a New Public Pavilion
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Style-Conscious Mobility Aids
Medline & Martha Stewart Teamed Up on Safety & Mobility Aids
Comfortable Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Modulyss Introduces a Collection of Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Updated Map-Navigation Apps
The Waze App is Implementing a Slew of New Updated Features
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
Capella Design Creates Furniture that Blend Style and Function
Inclusive Outdoor Trail Campaigns
CLIF BAR & Trans Canada Trail Worked on an Important Initiative
User-Generated Toronto Baseball Ads
GO Transit Celebrates Toronto Blue Jays with Fan-Created Ads
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Size-Inclusive Adaptive Apparel
QVC Launches the Denim & Co. Adaptive Apparel Collection
Crowdsourced Restroom Code Maps
Privy.NYC Offers Codes to Public Bathrooms in New York City
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES
Accessible Bathroom Capsules
Victoria Plum Expands its Products to Support Accessibility Needs
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Seating Solution Design Projects
The Metaproject 13 Series by RIT Taps the Talents of Students
Inflated Vibrant Futuristic Buses
Midjourney Helped Create the Mutated School Bus Design
Visually Inclusive Smartphone Features
Apple Adds the New Bold Assistive Access Feature
Inclusive Job Networks
Inployable is an Employment Community for People with Down Syndrome
Accessible Sportswear Campaigns
Decathlon Launches the 'Play It Smart' Campaign in Canada
Metamorphosing Fall-Ready Fashion
DZHUS Presents its New Seasonal Transit Collection
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Expansive Cycling Covered Highways
Urb Designs the Loop, which is a Covered Highway for Cyclists
Inclusive Undergarment Capsules
Primark Launches the Inclusive Magnetic and Velcro Undergarments
Accessible Service Provider Apps
Giga Introduces New Accessibility Features to Its App
Mind-Controlled Wheelchair Developments
José Millán and His Team are Developing a New Wheelchair
Knitted New York Subways
The Straphangers Lounge Recreates the New York Subway with Crochet