Designing for office furniture model made from paper for the visually impaired of Ratchsuda College, Mahidol University to prevent accidents and save cost by using Analytic Hierarchy Process. (AHP)

Abstract

The study aimed to design a unique model of office furniture appropriate for visually impaired, and to encourage recycling papers and promote waste utilization. The participants in this study were 45 persons including students who were visually impaired and faculty and staff who are working for A model of furniture was primarily produced, followed by in-depth interviews and questionnaires were used to collect the data. Findings indicated that a model of office furniture appropriate for visually impaired were satisfactory. For example, its weight was light. Following feedback, this model could be developed for best practice in commerce. However, some comments on safety, durability, and feature of the product were made and needed to be developed.