Inclusive Environments Flashcards
What is an inclusive environment
. Welcoming and accessible to all
. Principles of inclusive design (CABE - Chartered association of building engineers)
1. Inclusive
2. Responsive
3. Flexible
4. Convenient
5. Accommodating
6. Welcoming
7. Realistic
Why are inclusive environments important?
. People react to building differently
. Avoid discrimination
. Equality Act 2010 - protects based on the key characteristics
Equality act 2010
Key characteristics:
. Ability
. Gender
. Age
. Marriage
. Pregnancy
. Race
. Religion or belief
. Sex
. Sexual orientation
What to consider when designing inclusive buildings
. Ethical and legal requirements
. Change in levels
. Doorway widths
. Handrails
. Utility of accessories (door handles etc)
Building Regs on inclusive environments
Part M - access to and use of buildings
2015 changed it into 2 docs
Vol 1 - dwellings
Vol 2 - buildings other than dwellings
. Ramp gradients
. Guidelines for circulation
. Rules on facilities
. British standards go beyond part M
What is DDA
Physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse affect on a persons ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
What is a DDA / Access statement
.Sets out design philosophy and key design issues posed by the development
. Should be undertaken during early design stage to set standards for accessibility
. Submitted as appendix to planning docs
How does Equality Act 2010 impact inclusive environments
. Protects against discrimination in work place and wider society
. Obliges service providers to considers barriers created by building features
. Provision to allow access to and across each place (including public realm)
What does London Planning Policy say on inclusive environments?
7.2
Requires developments to achieve highest standard of accessible design to ensure:
. Can be used safely and easily by all people despite age, gender, economic background, ability, ethnicity
. Convenient and welcoming without any barriers preventing disables or elderly using the space
. Flexible and responsive to different needs
10% of new homes should be wheelchair accessible or easily adaptable
National Planning Policy Framework on inclusive environments
. Design of buildings should meet needs of disabled people (safety signs, codes of practice)
. Focus on public spaces, approaches to buildings and interior of buildings
Ethical vs Legal Obligations for inclusive environments
. Legal - Equality Act 2010 and Building Regs Part M
. Moral / ethical. Moral duty can vary depending on project. Making places female friendly, disability friendly
Who is responsible for inclusive design
PM - have overarching view of design throughout and should ensure inclusive design considered throughout
BRPD - ensure design complies w regs
Accessibility consultant
What are reasonable adjustments w regards to inclusive environments
Physical adjustments
Lighting and acoustics
Way finding and signage
Workplace adjustments
Digital accessibility
How is part M structured
Vol 1. Dwellings
Vol 2. Non-dwellings
What is uk gov definition of inclusive design
Creating environments that work for everybody, everyone can equally, confidently and with dignity use buildings, public spaces and transport
NPPF on inclusive design (4 items to consider)
. Links to public transport
. Parking spaces and setting down spaces near entrances
. Position and visual contrast of street furniture and approach routes
. Clearly identified building entrances with level, well lit approaches
