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StreetChat interviewed Ellen Naismith, Access Consultant with Architecture & Access to find out the latest recommendations around the DDA and accessibility for street furniture products. Naismith says accessibility is a high-priority design consideration for public spaces in Australia, but it is also often misunderstood, and the needs of users may differ widely between projects. Architecture & Access is the largest access consultancy in Australia. The practice refers to the principles of universal design, which aim to make the built environment usable by all people in the community, regardless of their age or ability. 1. What is the main key to designing accessible spaces? ‘Spaces’ include existing infrastructure (indoor and outdoor), and temporary infrastructure provided for festivals and events. For any space to be truly inclusive, it should be designed with …