Where it shows up
Entrances, interior routes, doors, washrooms, counters, parking and signage are the most common areas. Requirements depend on the type and size of the project.
Meeting them is simpler when planned at layout stage than when added later.
Existing buildings may have older conditions, such as stairs at the entry, that need ramps or lifts and can be costly.
Doors and hardware
Door widths, clearances, opening force and hardware type all matter. Automatic operators and lever handles are common solutions.
Our team supplies and installs doors and hardware, so we can coordinate the electrical connections for operators and access control at once.
Hardware heights and reach distances are checked on site before the final installation to avoid replacing items.
Washrooms and fixtures
Accessible washrooms need space for turning and approach, grab bars, and appropriate fixture heights. They can drive the size of a washroom group.
Plumbing and framing are coordinated by our own crews to ensure blocking and rough-in match the final fixtures.
Beyond the minimum
Think about wayfinding, lighting levels, contrast and acoustics. These details improve experience for everyone, including customers with limited mobility or vision.
Ask your designer which choices have little extra cost but real benefit.
Reviewing the design with someone who uses a wheelchair or other mobility aid often reveals practical issues that drawings miss.
Plan early
Raise accessibility in your first meeting. If you are renovating an older building, an early review will show which upgrades may be triggered.
Remember that signage and fixtures installed after opening must follow the same requirements.
Questions we hear
Do all renovations need to be accessible?
Requirements depend on the scope and use. Your designer will confirm what applies.
Is it costly to add later?
Usually more so than including it from the start.