Universal Design Advice...
Accessibility has long been a term that described adding a separate set of building elements to meet the needs of people with disabilities; creating an approach which segregates and discriminates by its very nature. Universal Design, as espoused by The Center for Universal Design, represents a paradigm shift in the design and usability of buildings and products alike. A shift focused on the needs of all users and the benefits of engaging user experiences and knowledge directly. Universal Design should be a dynamic process and not a standard set of antiquated codified requirements.
Let us talk to you about the concept of Universal Design and how it may be of benefit to your project.
Let us talk to you about the concept of Universal Design and how it may be of benefit to your project.
Existing Building Audits & Due Diligence Reports...
Ensure that your building does not discriminate against people with disabilities and gain invaluable feedback in how to improve the usability of your building for all occupants and visitors; people with sensory and mobility issues right through to parents with prams and service people.
Don't commit to a building purchase which may expose you to unnecessary legal risks under the Disability Discrimination Act (1992). Ensure your investment meets the spirit and intent of the relevant legislation and can be managed appropriately.
Don't commit to a building purchase which may expose you to unnecessary legal risks under the Disability Discrimination Act (1992). Ensure your investment meets the spirit and intent of the relevant legislation and can be managed appropriately.
Design Reviews...
Allow us to assist in the design process from an early stage to achieve the best outcomes for you, your clients and future building occupants.
We can strongly contribute to all stages of design from formulating an access design brief right through to the finalisation of contract documentation.
Please contact us to discuss your project needs further.
We can strongly contribute to all stages of design from formulating an access design brief right through to the finalisation of contract documentation.
Please contact us to discuss your project needs further.
Construction Assistance...
Gain functional advice at a critical stage of your project and allow us to assist you with achieving the best outcomes in the environments you are creating for all your project's future occupants.
Sound and achievable advice and the necessary stakeholder communication and management to gain the results you require.
Sound and achievable advice and the necessary stakeholder communication and management to gain the results you require.
Alternative Solution Formulation & Reporting...
Our extensive experience as Occupational Therapists and Access Consultants allows us to bring a highly functional response to formulating Alternative Solutions to the BCA. Ongoing direct involvement with people with disabilities as well as a strong focus in evidence based practice, allow us to apply our knowledge with the flexibility and validity necessary to meet the needs of both building owners and building users.
We provide informed and reasoned responses without the uncertainty of subjective approaches often applied by others in the field.
We provide informed and reasoned responses without the uncertainty of subjective approaches often applied by others in the field.
Livable Housing Australia Assessor Services...
Livable Housing Australia (LHA) was formed in 2011 as a partnership between community and consumer groups as well as government and industry. The Livable Housing Design Guidelines were consequently developed and promoted. The aim of these are to produce homes which are easier and safer to use for all occupants inclusive of people with disabilities, older people, people with temporary disabilities and families with young children.
LHA have since established a system of accreditation of homes under their published guidelines. Once accredited, the LHA quality mark can then be used by the developer to assist with the marketing of their project.
Functional Access Solutions is an LHA Registered Assessor and can provide assistance in gaining LHA accreditation for your residential project.
LHA have since established a system of accreditation of homes under their published guidelines. Once accredited, the LHA quality mark can then be used by the developer to assist with the marketing of their project.
Functional Access Solutions is an LHA Registered Assessor and can provide assistance in gaining LHA accreditation for your residential project.
Home Modifications...
We can provide design advice, assist with the management of your modifications and ensure your works are completed to a suitable specification and standard.
Our extensive experience in Occupational Therapy, Building Design, Access Consultancy and Project Management has all bases covered in ensuring a well coordinated and executed home modification process, on time and on budget.
Our extensive experience in Occupational Therapy, Building Design, Access Consultancy and Project Management has all bases covered in ensuring a well coordinated and executed home modification process, on time and on budget.
Training & Presentations...
Training sessions can be tailored to suit all audiences, just inform of us of your needs and we can do the rest. Please contact us if you require an up to date presentation for your staff or team.
We would love the opportunity to tell you more about what we do and how we can assist.
We would love the opportunity to tell you more about what we do and how we can assist.
Disability Discrimination Action Plans...
Developing Action Plans, as recognised under the Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act 1992, is a proactive way of not only seeking compliance with the act but can also be a powerful business development activity. Developing and implementing a suitable action plan can enhance corporate image and extend products and services to a broader market.
In the context of an aging population, planning to meet the needs of as wide an audience as possible will be a critical ongoing activity to all types of business.
In the context of an aging population, planning to meet the needs of as wide an audience as possible will be a critical ongoing activity to all types of business.
