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Existing Buildings – What needs to be done?
One of the more common questions posed to me, is in regards to existing buildings. Many times it is a very simple question of what do I need to do? But in order to answer this question, other than ‘it depends’, there is a whole list of information that has impact and needs to be known.
Toilet Room Clear Floor Spaces – How do they get synthesized?
Janis Kent, FAIA Architect, CASp © September, 2024 One of the items about Access that is challenging is putting together different portions of the codes and regulations. We probably know the requirements for separate elements but what gets triggered when you start putting them together in different layouts? Recently I came across an item in […]
Psychology of Space – and why is this important
When providing spaces in architecture and the outdoors, for the most part, we are problem-solving, whether it is about budgets and programming, or codes and access.
Bathing Showers and Sloped Floors
Shower floors in roll-in showers can be a challenge meeting both the needs for Access and for drainage.
California Tow-Away Signs
Navigating the nuances of the California Building Code regarding tow-away signs requires a keen eye for both historical precedents and current statutes to ensure full compliance.
Regulations, Statutes, & Codes – in Terms of Access
Explore the nuances of ADA and access codes with Janis Kent, Architect. Gain clarity on differences, implementations, and how federal and state regulations interact.
Bathrooms in Residential Dwelling Units – What Needs To Be Done?
Explore guidelines for designing accessible bathrooms in public dwelling units, with focus on fixture requirements, mobility, and adaptability.
Color Vision Deficiency Known as Color Blindness
Explore the impact of Color Vision Deficiency in daily life. Read about its prevalence, types, effects on job choices, and tips for design considerations.
Gender-Neutral Toilet Compartment vs Toilet Room – What is the Difference?
There seems to be a push for gender-neutral multi-user toilet rooms, rather than gender-specific, but, there are some points that need to be understood.
The Elderly – Toilets & Grab Bars – Some Thoughts
The requirements in the ADA Standards apply to toilets and grab bars used by people for independent use and include medical and long-term care facilities. But in housing that supports seniors such as in nursing facilities and assisted living residential communities, there is also the necessity to provide for assisted-use for toileting needs.