Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Specifiers' Handbooks for Inclusive Design
Abstract
Covers the design criteria and detailed aspects of the different use of glass in buildings, including windows, doors, walls and partitions, balustrades, glazed entrance ways, floors, stairs, lifts, vision panels, protective screens, rooflights, display cases, conservatories, shower screens, signs and mirrors. Advises in the context of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA).
History
Produced in conjunction with RIBA Publishing.
ISBN
9781859462546
Subjects
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Special subject areas
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Provision for disabled people
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Coverings and surface finishes
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Cladding/covering
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Glazed cladding/covering
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Materials
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General purpose sheets
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Glass sheets
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Accessibility
Publisher History
A registered charity, the Centre for Accessible Environments have over 30 years experience of providing resources on inclusive design and access to the built environment for disabled and older people.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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