Occupational Therapy and Public Space Design: Why it Matters and How to Get Started

The often disabling effect of mental and physical disabilities does not stem from the conditions themselves but rather from the incongruity of the individual and their environment (Bar & Ratzon, 2016). This lack of fit between the person and the environment prevents participation in meaningful occupations (Cooper et al., 2011). The inability to participate because of environmental barriers is a problem faced by a multitude of people. In fact, roughly 8.8 million individuals with