Affordances can be defined as a quality of an object, or an environment, that allows an individual to perform an action that wasn’t in the initial design. For example, stairs can be used for more than ascending or descending. In fact, they can be used for seating if need be. Countless times I have stopped on a flight of stairs to put my shoes on… Or when I am outside, I often sit on stairs to enjoy my lunch or read a book. It’s important to note that not all affordances are perceived by people and not all perceived affordances are used.
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