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 relating to accessibility.
The development encompasses a 600-desk office complex and conference facility with associated landscaping, access routes, parking, and drop-off and pick-up areas The facility will include:
The IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration and to promote international cooperation on migration issues.
Direct Access worked closely with site architects to ensure that best practice accessible design is being applied throughout the construction process in full accordance with local legislation, ensuring that both staff and visitors will have their specific access requirements met.
United Kingdom
| Pepper House, Market Street, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 5DQ. | Old Town Hall, 30 Tweedy Rd, Bromley, BR1 3FE. |
Ireland
| 77 Camden Street Lower, Dublin, D02 XE80. |
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