Overview
How can historic buildings be made more inclusive? And how do we balance accessibility with conservation?
This course explores different approaches to making historic environments more accessible, in line with best practice and statutory frameworks. This course is a great starting point for anyone wanting to understand the practicalities of making accessibility improvements in the unique context of heritage, older and listed buildings.
Course outline
In this interactive workshop we will explore:
- Diversity and access requirements in the historic built environment.
- Statutory frameworks including the Equality Act, planning permission, building regulations and listed buildings.
- Balancing access and conservation and the role of access audits.
- Case studies and examples of good practice.
- Group discussions and exercises.
Through group exercises and discussion, participants will share ideas, ask questions, and reflect together, building confidence and a stronger understanding of the complexities in designing more inclusive heritage environments.
Course dates
Live online via Zoom:
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Cost
The course fee is £375.
Image: The Charterhouse in London.
About the trainer
Vin Goodwin is an NRAC-accredited access consultant with over 25 years’ experience in inclusive design and a BSc in Architecture. He has worked on projects ranging from community initiatives to major developments such as Historic Royal Palaces, Somerset House, and the London Olympic Park. Vin delivers CAE courses on topics including Design & Neurodiversity, Wheelchair Accessible Housing, and our award-winning Pathways Academy course.
Further information
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Disclaimer
The Centre for Accessible Environments reserves the right to change, postpone or cancel any event with reasonable notice. Please do not confirm or finalise any travel arrangements or accommodation bookings until you have been given confirmation by the CAE that the course will go ahead as planned.
In case of force majeure, CAE have the right to alter or cancel the event without prior notice, however a notice of the occurrence shall be given by CAE as soon as reasonably possible.