- North Kansas City School District students built and decorated a "universal design" house to be accessible and appealing to most people. - The house features no steps at the entrance, lowered door handles and light switches, and electrical outlets placed higher for accessibility. - The students intended the light, airy interior and practical design to allow someone to live in the home for life without costly changes.

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