INDUSTRY BRIEFING BCA UNIVERSAL DESIGN (UD) MARK Mark Industry Briefing... · BCA UNIVERSAL DESIGN...

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INDUSTRY BRIEFING ON

BCA UNIVERSAL DESIGN (UD) MARKBuilding Plan & Management Group | Universal Design Department

9 Nov 2012

INDUSTRY BRIEFING ON

BCA UNIVERSAL DESIGN (UD) MARKBuilding Plan & Management Group | Universal Design Department

9 Nov 2012

Briefing OutlineBriefing Outline1. Introduction

‐ What is Universal Design (UD)?

‐ Why the need for UD?

2. About the BCA UD Mark

‐ Objectives

‐ Benefits of UD Mark

3. How to Apply?

‐ Flowchart

‐ Submission & Assessment Processes

4. How to Score?

‐ Assessment Criteria

5. Q&A Session

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Introduction1

What is Universal Design?What is Universal Design?

Different terms…

…same philosophy

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From To

A paradigm shift


Barrier Free Accessibility

‐ to remove barriers created

To

Universal Design

‐ to provide an accessible and usableenvironment from the beginning and not refurbishing thereafter.

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Making it availablefor use

Making iteasierto use

Making it suitable for most people

Inclusive DesignInclusive Design

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to use

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accessibility usability diversity

user friendliness

Approach to design, construction and management of inclusive built environment that can be accessed and used by

the widest possible spectrum of people

What is good design?

User‐centric DesignUser‐centric Design

Design is not just what it looks like and feels like.

Design is how it works.‐ Steve Jobs, co‐founder, Apple Inc.

For the users.

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Why the need for UD?Why the need for UD?

ability to grow old in one’s familiarhome, community and environment

Supports “ageing‐in‐place”

home, community and environment with minimal change or disruptionto one’s lives and activities

Creates liveable communities

Makes business sense

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About the UD MarkAbout the UD Mark

Voluntary

accreditation scheme for new and existing buildingsaccreditation scheme for new and existing buildings

Paper assessment

with follow‐up site verification

Public recognition

awarded in the form of a display plaque to certify d l h fl h d ddevelopments that reflect their good UD practices and level of user‐friendliness

About the UD MarkAbout the UD Mark

Differences from earlier UD Awards (UDA) Scheme

Application is open all year round

Paper submission/assessment process and upfront award

Based on criteria checklist & points allocation framework

4 types of rating: Certified/ Gold/ GoldPLUS/ Platinum

(UDA and UD Mark ratings are not equivalent)

UDMark will supersede UDA scheme UD Mark will supersede UDA scheme

Earlier UDA recipients are eligible to apply for UD Mark

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ObjectivesObjectives

Raise the bar on UD adoption in developments

Promote adoption of user‐centric philosophy in the d d f b lddesign, operations and maintenance of buildings

Increase public awareness towards user‐friendly buildings

Benefits of UD MarkBenefits of UD Mark

Distinguishes developments that have exceeded minimum specifications and the limitations of legislated mandates

With impending silver tsunami, recognition of UD best p g , gpractices could provide the following benefits:‐

Increases Market Reachwider range & number of potential visitors

Improves Competitiveness meeting the needs of diverse user groups

Enhances Customer Satisfaction Enhances Customer Satisfactionbetter match consumers’ expectations

Generates Positive Effect on Corporate Imagegood & upfront branding

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UD Mark RatingsUD Mark Ratings

50 to <65 pointsCertified

=/> 75 points

65 to <75 pointsGold

GoldPLUS

at least GoldPLUS ratingwith panel endorsement

Platinum

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How to Apply for UD Mark?3

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For completedbuildings

For buildings before completion

Submit application & paper score* * Paper score of ≥ 50 pts to be eligible

Pre-assessment consultation

FlowchartFlowchart

BCA

upon completionNo

UD Mark?UD Mark?

consultation

BCA paper assessment

Letter of award

BCA site verification

Yes

Platinum

site verification

ARSPanel

assessmentCertified

Gold

GoldPLUS

Submission & AssessmentSubmission & Assessment

Pre‐assessment consultation

Pre‐assessment consultation

Submission AssessmentSite

verificationBCA

AwardsAssessmentSite

verificationBCA

Awards

Submit Application Form & supporting documents/drawings:

a) Design Approach Statement

b) Assessment Criteria Score Sheets Collated in singlec) Drawings

(should not contain major deviations from BP approved plans)

d) Photographs, artist’s impressions, products specifications, etc

Upon acceptance of application & fee payable, a UD Mark Assessor will be assigned for the project

in single arch file

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Application Form

Project Information Sheet

Owner’s/Consultants’ details


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Development name/type

Target UD Mark rating

Contact Persons

Agreement to Terms & Conditions

Submit using scanned copy of signed application form and email: [email protected]

Original signed copy to be submitted together with the documents & drawings during pre‐assessment & assessment stages

Design approach statement

Description of development

Size of development


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Building use

Key users

Philosophy and approach

Overview of developer/architect’s philosophy regarding accessibility and UD

Highlight how design proposal reflects this philosophy with specific examples

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Key access issues of the design

Approach


pp

Circulation

Access to services

Others

Source/s of consultation

Evidence of consultation with

BCA (UD D t) ffi BCA (UD Dept) officers

existing/ targeted building users

user experts


Constraints faced

Site constraints – space, terrain


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Existing structure

Adjacent buildings/infrastructure

Others

Proposed solutions to overcome identified constraints

Any deviations from the Code(Alternative solution to meet performance requirements of regulations)

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Integration of access philosophy and information into long‐term


gmanagement of the development

Facilitate downstream maintenance through design

Communication of access philosophy and information building management

Establish channel for user feedback

Others


Assessment Criteria

Non‐Residential (New)

N R id i l (R f bi h d) Non‐Residential (Refurbished)

Residential (New)

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UDMark schemes Remarks

Criteria for New • Projects at


Assessment Criteria

Criteria for Non‐residentialdevelopments‐ for offices, commercial, industrial, institutional, infrastructural, mixed use developments* etc.

New Projects at design/construction stage

• Projects with TOP/CSC obtained from Jan 2010 onwards

Refurbished • A&A projects with TOP/CSC obtained from Jan 2010 onwards

Existing <to be launched later>

*Score for mixed use development, involving residential component, will be computed based on use quantume.g. Total = 40% of non‐resi score + 60% of resi score

*Score for mixed use development, involving residential component, will be computed based on use quantume.g. Total = 40% of non‐resi score + 60% of resi score

UDMark schemes Remarks

Criteria for New • Projects at


Assessment Criteria

Criteria for Residentialdevelopments‐ for public and private residential developments

New Projects at design/construction stage

• Projects with TOP/CSC obtained from Jan 2010 onwards

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Assessment Fees

Development Size Fee

GFA of <50,000sqm $300

GFA of 50,000 to 100,000sqm $500

$GFA of >100,000sqm $1,000



verificationBCA

AwardsSubmissionSite

verificationBCA

Awards

Pre‐assessment briefing/ consultation:

to give project team a better understanding of the

evaluation criteria

Presentation by project team

Assessment on paper by BCA

Letter of Award

indicating certification level, up to GoldPLUS

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verificationBCA

AwardsSubmission AssessmentBCA

Awards

Verification by BCA upon TOP/CSC

Panel assessment* for UD Mark Platinum

Rectification/Revocation

*Industry associations, VWOs, academia, etc



verificationBCA

AwardsSubmission AssessmentSite

verification

Presentation of certification and display plaque

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How to Score for UD Mark?44

How to scoreHow to score

To achieve

UD Mark

Pre‐requisiteAll relevant accessibility requirements in the prevailing Accessibility Code are to be

f ll li d ith

Pre‐requisiteAll relevant accessibility requirements in the prevailing Accessibility Code are to be

f ll li d ith

Section A: Key requirementsmin. 30 ptsfrom combination of the following

Section B: Other requirementsmin. 20ptsfrom combination of the following

fully complied withfully complied with

Part 1: Process

Part 2: User‐friendliness

Part 3: Design Integration

Part 4: Accessibility & Connectivity

Part 5: Safety

Part 6: Operations & Maintenance

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Section A: Key Requirements

Part 1: Process

E d ti f UD d i j t l i & d l tEncourage adoption of UD during project planning & development

Project development

‐ UD provisions in design brief

‐ UD assessor/ specialist

User consultation

U / t‐ Users/ user experts

‐Mock‐ups to solicit feedback



Part 2: User‐friendliness

D t t t i h i l i d i & ki i iDemonstrate user‐centric approach in planning, design & making provisions

Way‐finding

‐ Site planning strategies

‐ Use of visual reference points

‐ Use of signage & information

U f f tt l t‐ Use of surface patterns, colours, etc

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SIGNAGE & INFORMATION

PATTERNS & COLOURS

SITE PLANNING STRATEGIES

USE OF VISUAL REFERENCE POINTS



Part 2: User‐friendliness (cont’d)

D t t t i h i l i d i & ki i iDemonstrate user‐centric approach in planning, design & making provisions

Family/ Elder/ Employee/ Other user‐friendly provisions

‐ Child/ Elderly‐friendly sanitary facilities

‐ Designated family restroom

‐ Nursing rooms

A ibl di hi l k t‐ Accessible vending machines, lockers, etc

‐ Children play/ resting areas, etc

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CHILD/ ELDERLY‐FRIENDLY SANITARY FACILITIES



Part 3: Design Integration

D t t t i h i l i d d i fDemonstrate user‐centric approach in planning and design of spaces; holistic & aesthetic incorporation of UD principles/ features

Concepts that create conducive environment for intended use

‐ Quality spaces

‐ Flexibility for adaption for different users

‐ Promote social integration, etcg ,

Innovative UD strategies/ features

‐ Future‐proofing features e.g. Knock‐out panels, larger parking stall

‐ Design/ technology to mitigate constraints, improve workflow, etc

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QUALITY SPACES

CREATE FLEXIBILITY FOR ADAPTION



Part 3: Design Integration (cont’d)

D t t t i h i l i d d i fDemonstrate user‐centric approach in planning and design of spaces; holistic & aesthetic incorporation of UD principles/ features

Integration of equitable use facilities

‐ Equivalent means of access to facilities for all users

‐ Considerate placement of facilities and services, etc

Aesthetic integrationg

‐ Facilities, features, fittings, details, etc that

complement the overall development design

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FEATURES THAT COMPLEMENT THE DESIGN

AESTHETIC INTEGRATION

EQUIVALENT MEANS OF ACCESS


Section B: Other Requirements

Part 4: Connectivity & Accessibility

P id l ti it t th b ildi / i f t t dProvide seamless connectivity to other buildings/ infrastructures and enhance overall accessibility within the development

Inter‐connectivity

‐ Accessible external route(s) to other nearby buildings/ infrastructure

‐ Provision of shelter for accessible route(s)

Vehicular access & facilities

‐ Designated accessible alighting/ boarding bay(s)

‐ Segregation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic

‐ Designated pedestrian walkways/ crossings in car park

‐ Parking lots: accessible lots, family lots, bicycle stalls, etc

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DESIGNATED PEDESTRIAN WALKWAYS

SHELTERED ACCESSIBLE ROUTE

ACCESSIBLE ALIGHTING/ BOARDING BAYFAMILY‐FRIENDLY PARKING STALLS



Part 4: Connectivity & Accessibility (cont’d)

P id l ti it t th b ildi / i f t t dProvide seamless connectivity to other buildings/ infrastructures and enhance overall accessibility within the development

Pedestrian access & circulation

‐ Provision of accessible entrance(s)

‐ Provisions at entrances: auto door, step‐less entry, etc

‐ Extent of accessible circulation routes

‐ Provision of accessible lift(s)

‐ Lifts/ escalators with UD features

‐ Staircase(s) with UD features, etc

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STAIRCASE WITH UD CONSIDERATIONS

STEP LESS ENTRANCE

ACCESSIBLE ROUTES

STEP‐LESS ENTRANCE

LIFTS/ ESCALATORS WITH USER‐FRIENDLY FEATURES



Part 5: Safety

E f &Ensure safe access & use

Safety in movement & use

‐Walking surfaces are stable, firm, level, slip‐resistant, etc

‐ Appropriate use of detectable surface finishes

‐ Handrail/ trailing bars with UD features

N b t l j ti h d h d t l i l ti t‐ No obstacles, projections, overhead hazards, etc along circulation route

‐ Appropriate illumination level, minimal glare, etc

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LIGHTING

BRAILLE

DETECTABLE SURFACES



Part 6: Operations & Maintenance

E t bli h l t li d d t tiEstablish clear corporate policy and good management practice

User‐centric policy

‐ Establish Corporate Policy on user‐friendly built environment

Operation & maintenance of facilities

‐ Design consideration for ease of maintenance: façade, facilities, etc

M i t i & dit‐Maintenance regime & audits

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Part 6: Operations & Maintenance (cont’d)

E t bli h l t li d d t tiEstablish clear corporate policy and good management practice

Communication

‐ Provide clear communication to employees on corporate philosophy

‐ Provide feedback mechanism for users

Training

St it t t i i d i i l ith UD‐ Strong commitment on training and equipping employees with UD

knowledge

So how do I get a Platinum?

So how do I get a Platinum?

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Q&A Session5

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