GOOD PRACTICE / UNIVERSAL DESIGN
Statistics show that one in four New Zealanders identify as having some form of disability. Considering this figure alongside our ageing population, and the relatively low bar for accessibility set by the NZ Building Code it is unsurprising that many organizations are realizing the value of exceeding code minimums and designing buildings with a people first focus.
Best practice & universal design provisions can be a cost neutral decision in many cases, and it's a great way to add usability and value to a building.
With my 15 years experience and extensive project history I am well placed to advise the most pragmatic and design sympathetic ways to get the most out of your project for its end users.