The course Accessibility in architecture It offers you a unique opportunity to enter a field that is constantly growing, where the demand for skilled professionals continues to rise. Accessibility is a key factor in the design of inclusive spaces, and its importance is reflected both in the current legislation in Spain, as well as the growing social awareness of the need for an environment that is accessible to all. Throughout the course, you will explore key concepts such as universal accessibility in architecture and urban planning, and you will become familiar with the regulatory framework and the Basic Safety and Accessibility Document (DB-SUA). Furthermore, you will develop the skills to assess and improve accessibility in public, residential and heritage buildings, as well as in urban and natural environments. This training will prepare you to tackle the current challenges facing the sector, equipping you with the tools you need to help create a better world inclusive and accessible.
Accessibility in architecture
Architecture, construction and urban planning
45 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Identify the basic principles of the universal accessibility in architecture and urban planning.
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To understand the Spanish regulatory framework relating to the architectural accessibility.
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Correctly interpreting the Basic Safety, Use and Accessibility Document (DB-SUA).
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Apply accessibility criteria when designing public buildings.
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Assessing accessibility in buildings residential to improve the environment.
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Analysing accessibility in buildings heritage whilst respecting its historical value.
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Designing environments urban and natural accessible to everyone.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. BASIC CONCEPTS OF UNIVERSAL ACCESSIBILITY IN ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN PLANNING
Basic concepts and definitions of universal accessibility in architecture and urban planning
TEACHING UNIT 2. REGULATORY FRAMEWORK IN SPAIN. THE DB-SUA. THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITIES
Regulatory framework in Spain. The DB-Sua. The requirements of the autonomous communities
Regulations
TEACHING UNIT 3. ACCESSIBILITY IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS. NEW BUILDINGS AND ADAPTED BUILDINGS
Accessibility in public buildings: new buildings and adapted buildings
TEACHING UNIT 4. ACCESSIBILITY IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS. FUNCTIONALITY, SAFETY AND LIVEABILITY
Accessibility in residential buildings. Functionality, safety and liveability
TEACHING UNIT 5. ACCESSIBILITY IN HERITAGE BUILDINGS. CHALLENGES IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS
Accessibility in buildings of heritage interest
Signage
Building Register
TEACHING UNIT 6. ACCESSIBILITY IN URBAN AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENTS. URBAN AND TERRITORIAL ACCESSIBILITY
Introduction
Developed public spaces
Urban development elements
Signage and communication in built-up areas
Accessibility to the surroundings of buildings
Accessibility to the natural environment
Terms and conditions regarding public use and visitor services
Accessibility levels
Buildings, areas and accessibility features
Support products