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Zusatztext 'a common sense approach to design'Architects Journal'ideal for use at the drawing-board or computer console! a necessary crutch for architects'Architectural Review Informationen zum Autor Selwyn Goldsmith, Jeanette Dezart Klappentext Describes and illustrates the differences between universal design and 'for the disabled' design. This design manual presents design guidance for architects. Covering both public buildings and private housing! it includes anthropometric data! along with illustrative examples of the planning of circulation spaces! sanitary facilities! and more. Zusammenfassung Describes and illustrates the differences between universal design and 'for the disabled' design. This design manual presents design guidance for architects. Covering both public buildings and private housing, it includes anthropometric data, along with illustrative examples of the planning of circulation spaces, sanitary facilities, and more. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface; 1 Introduction; 2 Building users: Mobility Equipment; Ambulant disabled people; Wheelchair users; Scooter users; Pushchair users; 3 Anthropometric measures; Ambulant people; Wheelchair users; 4 Heights of fixtures and fittings; Mirrors; Windows; Shelves; Work surfaces; Digital code panels; Socket outlets; Vertical Circulation; Steps and stairs; Ramps; Handrails; Spaces for wheelchair users; Wheelchair usage; Spaces for wheelchair manoeuvre; Movement through door openings; Entrances to buildings; Entrance lobbies; 5 Sanitary facilities; Cloakroom lobbies; WCs; Wash basins; Baths and bathrooms; Shower and shower rooms; Changing rooms and dressing rooms; Lifts; Platform lifts and stairlifts; Seating spaces; Kitchens; Bedrooms; Car parking spaces; Index
