INCLUSIVITY: People, Public Furniture, and Public Space
Designing Public Spaces and Furniture for All: Embracing People-Centered Inclusivity
Sponsored by mmcité
Learning Objectives:
- Provide a clear definition of inclusivity. There are many derivatives and tangential meanings. We will provide a clear understanding of each of the more popular derivatives. Inclusivity has its history connected to ADA.
- Acknowledge why inclusivity matters in the public realm. Also, Inclusivity is about creating best practices for designing places with the intent of serving all citizens. Inclusivity uses diversity as its springboard. Inclusivity elevates safety, health, and the welfare of the communities not only in physical and observational ways, but also in intangible psychological welcoming ways.
- Show how we can foster inclusivity in private and public projects. We will look at the importance of thorough public input processes. More and more, even private projects are called on to address public concerns as they relate to public amenity spaces. We will look at current best practices.
- Layout some action steps moving forward. Will you be apart or a part? We will challenge designers to use their design voice to provide access to all the components of public space with a focus on activation for diversity.
Credits:
1 AIA LU/HSW
1 GBCI CE Hour
1 PDH, LA CES/HSW
0.1 ICC CEU
0.1 IACET CEU*
1 AIBD P-CE
AAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
AAPEI 1 Structured Learning Hour
MAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA.
This course can be self-reported to the NSAA
NWTAA 1 Structured Learning Hour
OAA 1 Learning Hour
This course can be self-reported to the AIBC, as per their CE Guidelines.
As an IACET Accredited Provider, BNP Media offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
The precise intersection of public spaces and people lies in public furniture. Each piece, whether a transit shelter, park bench, or plaza table, is designed for people in the public realm, aiming to include every citizen. In this class, we aim to broaden the understanding of inclusivity within this exact intersection. Public furniture is intended to serve everyone, reflecting the grand idea behind inclusivity, and emphasizing the importance of considering it for creating better public spaces.
Photos courtesy of mmcité
Site furnishings by mmcité. Left to right, top to bottom: Rautster ADA table, Emau Solo bench, Geomere Shelter, Landscape bench
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We are changing the face of the city one piece at a time. Public spaces are fascinating places where people and history meet. We are proud to design for this unique setting, and we can influence everybody’s taste. It is a cultural mission, and we love it. No exclusivity, genuine accessibility. Good design isn’t for a gallery — it’s for life. |
Originally published in December 2024
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