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The Roundhouse case study

The case study from Access by Design, Issue 119, Summer 2009, as generously supplied by the Centre for Accessible Environments is accessed by clicking on the PDF icon (opens in a new window)

The Roundhouse now has:

• an internal lift that serves all levels
• excellent signage and careful surface treatments that provide straightforward way-finding
• contemporary technologies to enable anyone with a hearing impairment to enjoy and contribute to performances
• accessible on-site parking, to counter the limitations on street parking

"The accessible features are part of the fundamental design, not an add-on or an afterthought."

Pauline Nee, John McAslan + Partners (Architect)

"Together, the two objectives - access for all young people and for a wide range of functions - allowed a strong business case for access to be argued. In its newly converted form, the Roundhouse should be up to the job for many years to come."

David Bonnett (Access Consultant)

"Why engage with disabled people about their access needs for a building project? Because disabled people are experts on their own needs. They face access issues every day, and often have creative ideas about how to deal with them."

Ian Jentle (Access Group Member)

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