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Author:   Lisa Foster ,  Patrick Nuttgens
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Donhead Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 20.00cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.90cm
Weight:   0.589kg
ISBN:  

9781873394182

ISBN 10:   1873394187
Pages:   138
Publication Date:   01 December 1995
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Part 1 A pattern of change: what is disabled access?; equal treatment vs special treatment; why make any improvement at all?; conservation guidance. Part 2 Criteria for developing an access strategy: the Disability Discrimination Act; idenfication and assessment of physical barriers. Part 3 Circulation strategies: choosing the right entrance; front entrance solutions; creating a new public entrance; a change of use; extensions; complementary entrances; portable ramps. Part 4 Design considerations: architectural value; authenticity; reversibility; new ramps and railings; pavement ramps; handrails. Part 5 Vertical circulation: access considerations; conservation constraints; passenger lifts. Part 6 Cultural monuments: country houses, ruins and landscapes; circulation strategies; unroofed monuments and historic landscapes. Appendix: practical guidance.

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as a practical reference to highlight problems and assist the designer it is invaluable. EASE Lisa Foster has pulled together a wealth of practical data into a single easily accessible format. EHB Conservation Bulletin

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Lisa Foster is a Director of Access Audit Consultants, specializing in access consulting for historic buildings.

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