Barrier-free construction
Building a home for every stage of life and every need
Building a home for every stage of life and every need
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Barrier-free construction is far more than just a current trend in the building and architecture industry. It enables people to live independently in their familiar surroundings for longer and simultaneously promotes inclusion. Furthermore, barrier-free solutions increase comfort and safety for everyone. In this article, you will learn about the advantages of barrier-free construction for real estate, the applicable legal requirements in Switzerland, and receive valuable tips for implementing your new building project. Let's explore together how we can create living spaces for all.
Accessible building enables people to live independently in their familiar surroundings for longer. It promotes inclusion and equality by offering people with disabilities and seniors equal access to social life. Furthermore, accessible solutions increase comfort and safety for everyone, including families with young children, pregnant women, and people with temporary injuries.
Investing in accessible construction saves costs in the long run, as such buildings require less frequent modifications. Accessible properties appeal to a broader target group and therefore have a higher market value. Since all our current projects involving building land are individually tailored to the wishes and needs of the clients, we also implement them with accessibility in mind.
The requirements for barrier-free architecture can vary slightly from canton to canton. Generally, minimum dimensions for door widths and adapted room layouts apply. It should be possible to move freely in all rooms, especially in bathrooms, even with a wheelchair. Thresholds of a maximum of 2 cm are permitted, and all floors as well as the building entrance must be accessible either by wheelchair ramp or elevator.
Accessibility should be considered as early as the planning phase. This facilitates the integration of necessary measures and prevents costly retrofitting.
Collaboration with experts in accessible, senior-friendly construction and inclusion can provide valuable insights and practical solutions that meet the specific requirements of a project.
Consider the needs and desires of the building's future users. A user-centered approach ensures that the solutions are truly practical and useful.
Our teams are highly sensitive to the importance of accessibility and inclusion. With our Florida house design , we offer a turnkey bungalow with 4.5 rooms, a covered patio, a laundry room, and even a utility room, all on one level. In fact, every customizable house design from Atmoshaus with applicable laws and standards with only minimal adjustments, thus becoming a home for everyone.
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