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Direct Access were the access consultants for several SpaMedica clinics and offices across England. Initially working with the organisation in 2022 to improve physical accessibility in key areas of clinics – with recommendations focusing on components such as wayfinding, lighting, entrances, restrooms, intercoms, lifts, stairways, car parks, and reception areas,
Direct Access are the access consultants for The Anderton Boat Lift, a two-caisson lift lock near the village of Anderton, Cheshire. The lift provides a 50-foot (15.2 m) vertical link between two navigable waterways: the River Weaver and the Trent and Mersey Canal. The structure is designated as a scheduled monument, and is
Direct Access are the Accessibility Consultants for the Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery, helping Cumbria become a thriving place for everyone through the development and implementation of an accessibility and inclusivity strategy / plan with a focus on inclusive design to attract local, national and international users of all
Direct Access were the accessibility consultants for the 5 C’s Project in Belfast, providing a review of 5 proposed street refurbishments for The Department for Communities (DfC) Belfast Regeneration Directorate. The Five Cs Project is the first project to come forward from the Developers Contributions Framework and is a public
The Kindergarten and Commercial Offices are part of the wider 7km2 Diriyah Gate Development, one of the largest cultural and heritage developments in the world, incorporating Najdi-inspired architecture overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage site At-Turaif. The Kindergarten and Commercial Offices occupy a large site that forms part of the Diriyah Square
Direct Access provided accessibility audits to the East Riding Museums Group to ensure that its sites are fully accessible and inclusive to disabled visitors and staff. The initial site audits included coverage of all six sites, including Sewerby Hall & Gardens, Beverley Guildhall, Beverley Art Gallery, Skidby Mill, Hessle Mill,
Direct Access has provided accessibility audits for over 70 health and social care partnership sites on the Isle of Man, an undertaking which has included care facilities, residential homes, medical centres, day care services, mental health services, children’s centres, offices, various ambulance centres, Ramsey Cottage, as well as The Nobles
Bupa commissioned a new, environmentally friendly, state-of-the-art HQ building, modifying the health care provider’s existing site to allow for more choice-based working. As part of the strategy, Direct Access was asked to undertake access consultancy and carry out an access appraisal of the proposed refurbishment plans at the BUPA premises
Direct Access worked with Expo City on the accessibility of the site for COP28 UAE. Managed by Expo City, the City hosted the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference this November. Direct Access provided a team of Access Consultants onsite undertaking international accessibility standard benchmarking for best-in-class accessibility. Our Access Consultants
Direct Access is the Access Consultant for the upcoming modern and sustainable 146-home estate in Benwell, Newcastle. In addition to ensuring the implementation of inclusive and accessible housing with J M Architects and Southern Green, Direct Access advised on the application of the estate’s planned sustainable interpretation of the traditional
Image © O’Donnell + Tuomey / Ninety90, 2018. The Victoria and Albert Museum, more commonly known as the V&A is the world’s largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts and design. Founded in 1852, it is expanding to two new sites at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park opening in 2025.
Direct Access has provided Universal Design and accessibility consultancy services for the new International Organization for Migration Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Working with the Architectural and design teams at each of the concept, schematic, and developed design stages, Direct Access is integrating European and local Canton standards including SIA 500
The Ellison Institute is an interdisciplinary, patient-centered research center that provides cutting-edge cancer care and wellness services, undertaking research initiatives that span the scientific spectrum to change how cancer and other diseases are treated. The Oxford Science Park was created by Magdalen College Oxford in 1991 as part of its
Direct Access is the Access Consultants for Ramps Cymru, the umbrella body of the five largest theatre facilities in Wales. Direct Access has undertaken accessibility audits of each site, website audits, and undertaken a deep dive into the policy, systems, and procedures of each member to develop a detailed report
Warkworth village and castle occupy a loop of the River Coquet in Northumbria, a mile from the coast, and was founded in the 12th century. Since 1984 English Heritage has cared for the site, which is a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The cross-shaped Keep has