Stop Turning A Blind Eye
Design Research Report
This report investigates the extent to which museums and galleries are accessible for blind and visually impaired people. The research explores lived experience, public perceptions, and current accessibility guidelines and technology.
The design of the publication prioritises clarity and readability for people with low vision. Large-print typography, high-contrast colour use, generous spacing, and descriptive image captions were applied throughout to create a format that is comfortable to navigate and reflective of the inclusive experience it advocates for.
The report was produced as a large-print A3 publication to support accessibility.
The publication is organised into clear chapters that guide the reader through each stage of the research process.
Key terms used throughout the report are defined at the beginning to support clarity and understanding.
Each chapter title page features its name in a highly legible font, accompanied by a braille translation set below the heading.
Body text uses black on white contrast, large type size, and wide line spacing, set within a 3-column grid for strong legibility.
Large pull quotes and images with descriptive captions provide emphasis and context alongside the written content.
High-contrast diagrams communicate important research findings in a clear and visually accessible format.
Accessibility barriers identified during participant observation were recorded and visualised through map-based diagrams.
Observed accessibility barriers were also documented through captioned photos.
Qualitative research data was visualised through a series of high-contrast infographics to highlight key themes and insights.
Detailed accessible figure descriptions are housed in the appendix to ensure all visual content remains accessible for readers with low vision.
