ADA and Accessibility in Design - US National - Live Interactive Webcast

11:05 AM - 12:05 PM

This course focuses on ADA and ANSI A117.1 code limitations and accessibility code requirements for vertical platform lifts and limited use/limited application (LU/LA) elevators.

• AIA HSW # AIASAV203-26
• Provider: Savaria Concord Lifts
• Presenter: Donald Chapdelaine
Course Number: AIASAV203-26
Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 ADA, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary,

12:10 PM - 02:10 PM

This course equips architects and interior designers with the essential knowledge and practical skills to create inclusive, compliant, and user-centered built environments. Participants will explore key laws and standards governing accessibility, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design, while examining strategies for wayfinding, entrances, accessible routes, kitchens, restrooms, showers/bathing rooms, and designs tailored for children with disabilities. Special attention is given to the unique challenges of historical properties, balancing preservation requirements with accessibility needs.

Through detailed case studies, diagrams, and real-world examples, the course bridges regulatory compliance with innovative universal design principles to enhance usability, safety, and equity for people of all abilities. Ideal for professionals involved in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects, this session promotes designs that go beyond minimum standards to foster truly welcoming spaces. 

• AIA HSW # ADAIssues29
• Provider: Accessology Too, LLC
• Kristi Avalos Presenter

  Kristi Avalos is a nationally renowned leader in providing accessibility-related services and is a sought-after speaker with a knack for using an upbeat approach to help others understand the complexities of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). With over 40 years of experience, she provides expert witnessing on ADA, 504, Federal Housing Administration, and Air Carrier Access Act legal cases. In 1990 Kristi founded Accessology Too, LLC which is a national leader in providing accessibility consulting services and is one of the largest U.S. firms dedicated solely to accessibility and access issues. Since its founding, Accessology has worked closely with the Department of Justice and the U.S. Access Board to remain knowledgeable and adept with the constant changes that occur regarding ADA guidelines. Accessology has worked on numerous multi‐million-dollar projects to impact accessibility compliance during all stages from schematics to construction and final inspections. Since 2005 Accessology has specialized in the development, execution, and monitoring of the required ADA Transition Plans for Title II entities to help them avoid access-related litigation since so much litigation is tied to not having a Transition Plan on file. Kristi Avalos and her team at Accessology are committed to removing structural and attitudinal barriers that adversely impact people with disabilities.
Course Number: ADAIssues29
Credits: 2 AIA LU HSW, 2 ADA, 2 ADA California, 2 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA,