Applying the ADA

Marcela A. Rhoads 지음

Wiley 2013년 04월 11일 출간

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A guide to real#45;world applications of The 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible DesignApplying the ADA helps architects and developers understand better how the rules for eliminating barriers in the built environment apply to everyday life and how to best implement them in the design and construction of a broad variety of buildings and facilities.By showing how The 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design have been applied in various contexts and building types, this extensively illustrated guide helps readers quickly understand the requirements of the standards and how to apply them to both new construction and renovation. Written by an architect who consults regularly on accessibility issues for design professionals, building owners, and facility managers, this user#45;friendly guide features 100 photos and 150 drawings that take the guesswork out of applying the standards to real#45;world projects. Building types covered include:Healthcare and senior living facilities and hospitalsCollege and university facilitiesElementary and high schoolsHotels and other transient lodging facilitiesAmusement parks and play areasHistoric preservation and remodelsRetail and office spacesApplying the ADA is an indispensable resource for architects, interior designers, owners, developers, and facility managers. It is also important reading for students of architecture and interior design.

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Acknowledgments ixIntroduction xiHistory xiSummary xiiChapter 1 General Guidelines 1by Marcela Abadi Rhoads, AIA RASGeneral Guidelines 1Building Blocks 2Accessible Routes 9General Site 10Changes in Level 16Accessible Entrances 16Interior Accessible Route 17Plumbing Fixtures 18Communication Features 23Summary 25Chapter 2 Retail and Mixed-Use Facilities 27by Marcela Abadi Rhoads, AIA RASIntroduction 27Shopping Malls 28Site Arrival Points 28Minimum Number of Parking Spaces Closest to the Entrances 29Accessible Route to Entrances 32Accessible Entrances 38Interior Accessible Route to Spaces 38Retail Spaces 41Checkout and Sales Counters 43Dressing and Fitting Rooms 44Employee Areas 46Common-Use Spaces 52Food Court 56Play Areas 60Strip Shopping Center 61Site Arrival Point 63Parking 66Accessible Route 66Tenant Entrances 66Lifestyle Center 72Parking 72Accessible Route 74Residential Facilities/Offices on Upper Floors 75Summary 81Chapter 3 Primary Education 85by Wally Tirado, ICC RASIntroduction 85Administrative Areas 86Employee Work Areas 87Service Areas 88Service Yards and Loading Docks 89General Application for Children Areas 89Reach Ranges and Operating Mechanisms 92Dining and Work Surfaces 92Toilet Rooms and Elements 97Drinking Fountains 98Toilet Compartments 99Water Closets and Accessories 99Mirrors 102Lavatories and Sinks 102Dressing and Fitting Rooms 104Signage 104Ramps and Stairs 106Assembly Areas 108Outdoor Play Areas 111Transportation Facilities 112Passenger Loading Zones 112Bus

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저자(글) Marcela A. Rhoads

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MARCELA ABADI RHOADS is a registered architect and a registered accessibility specialist based in Texas. As owner of Abadi Accessibility (abadiaccess.com), Rhoads assists design professionals and building owners with accessibility consultation on all phases of design and construction. Rhoads also helps educate practitioners and the public about accessibility through seminars and a monthly newsletter.