Masrura Binte Jamil

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

Bangladesh

Sumaiya Rahman Tanisa

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

Bangladesh

Nadia Rahman Alin

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

Bangladesh

Project Description

Can I have a cup of tea? A milk tea or liquor tea, please! No sugar for me! A little extra sugar, please?

These are the simple exchanges we have with a tea seller every day, so few words. But what happens when the seller is deaf or non-verbal? How do we communicate then? This is where our design steps in, reimagining everyday interactions to be truly universal. A stall where a deaf or non-verbal tea seller can serve customers effortlessly, embracing a world of sensory cues. Not just the seller, customers with special abilities can also be part of this experience.

Color-coded cups indicate different tea preferences. Braille on the cups panel ensure accessibility for the visually impaired. Sign language illustrations on the facade display common phrases like "one more cup," "more sugar," "thank you," "have a nice day." These visual gestures enhance accessibility and promote a shared language of kindness.

To ensure inclusivity, there is dedicated space beside the bench for wheelchairs. A designated space on the bench allows individuals with crutches to place them safely while sitting. To ensure flexibility, our stall is designed to be movable with Dhanmondi Lake as the initial site. Seating is foldable, designed to adjust based on crowd size.

Overall in this project, we move beyond spoken words proving that meaningful interactions don’t always need a voice. At the same time - Silence doesn’t mean absence. And accessibility is not a option - it is a necessity, a fundamental right for EVERYONE.