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Upcoming: Thea Kurdi's April 6, 2021 Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on March 10, 2021
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Stay tuned for our Thea Kurdi's sixth installment on the NOW with Dave Brown Show. Thea and Dave will discuss inclusion and accessibility in all parts of life and the built environment. Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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Velanie George Interviewed By PointAPosted on March 31, 2021
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DE's Velanie George was interviewed by PointA a sustainable and evolution focused transportation organization. Velanie shared DE's experience with accessibility, universal design, and equity in the built environment. The interview also provides insight into Velanie's background and her involvement with the StopGap Foundation as a volunteer and now board member. An incredible quote from the interview, “Transportation and accessibility go hand in hand. For [public] transportation to be successful, it must be accessible and usable by all people." |
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Bob Topping Featured Article For UNESCO-UIA's World Capital of ArchitecturePosted on March 31, 2021
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"A friendly design is one that feels comfortable, providing users with a sense of ease, contentment, and belonging. It’s architecture that speaks to the needs of everyone in a manner that is inclusive. It does not segregate or create conditions of ‘us’ versus ‘them’." - President, Bob Topping. DE's Bob Topping is published in UNESCO-UIA's World Capital of Architecture's e-book series intended to share knowledge and insights from architects around the globe. Bob's article is a part of the series' second edition and addresses the theme of Foresight. The article states that the built environment must be friendly and part of being friendly is ensuring that anyone and everyone is welcome everywhere. |
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Thea Kurdi's March 1, 2021 Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on March 10, 2021
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As spring break rolls in, our Thea Kurdi's fifth installment on NOW with Dave Brown discusses how to include accessibility in recreational activites. Sharing specific examples in Canada of inclusive activities for families like skiing and skating. Thea and Dave discuss the importance of safe and inclusive family activities where everyone enjoys themselves together. Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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Thea Kurdi's January 4, 2021 Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on January 12, 2021
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To welcome the winter season our Thea Kurdi's fourth installment on the NOW with Dave Brown addresses the impacts of winter maintenance on accessibility in parking lots, sidewalks, transit, and businesses. Including how to accommodate COVID-19 guidelines and preserve accessible outdoor space and paths. Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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Thea Kurdi's December Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on December 8, 2020
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For the holiday season, our Thea Kurdi discussed accessibility and retail in her third episode of the monthly segment on AMI's TV and radio show NOW with Dave Brown. This episode highlights the diverse accessibility measures needed in shops, malls, and customer service. Addressing how accessibility, like automatic doors with overhead sensors, can also reduce germ transmission in a post-COVID world. Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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Free RAIC Webinars: Site Plans in an Urban LandscapePosted on November 25, 2020
![]() About: Join our Thea Kurdi for the second free RAIC webinar about Site Plans In An Urban Landscape on December 11th, 1pm (ET). This webinar is an expansion of the Accessibility in Urban Planning webinar. It provides an overview of site plan accessibility regulations and addresses the consequences of establishing an accessibility compliance boundary between private developments and the public. |
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Free RAIC Webinars: Accessibility in Urban PlanningPosted on November 25, 2020
![]() About: If you’re interested in learning more about Accessibility in Urban Planning, be sure to join the free RAIC webinar presented by our Thea Kurdi on December 4th, 1pm (ET). The webinar will discuss common accessibility issues in urban planning and their impact on the social and economic opportunities of people. Thea will also provide an overview of disability, accessibility legislation, and the built environment. |
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Thea Kurdi's November Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on November 20, 2020
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In case you missed it, our Thea Kurdi discussed accessibility and universal design in urban planning in her second episode of the monthly segment on AMI's TV and radio show NOW with Dave Brown. This episode highlights how urban centres big and small need to confront inaccessibility and where they fall short in including persons with disabilities. Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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LivABLE Environment Conference: October 28-30, 2020Posted on October 19, 2020
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If you’re interested in learning more about accessible and universal design in practice and theory, be sure to join the LivABLE Environment Conference from October 28 to 30, 2020. Our Thea Kurdi will be presenting on October 28th about the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s Introduction to Successful Accessible Design course available for Continuing Education credits. Thea will share excerpts from the course and opportunities for professional growth and learning. |
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#a11yIRL - Accessibility In Real LifePosted on October 19, 2020
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On October 22, 2020, Thea Kurdi will be returning to #a11yIRL – Accessibility In Real Life, part of the #a11yTO conference! The conference will be held virtually for the week of October 19 to 23, 2020, featuring incredible speakers and experts from the accessibility community. Thea’s presentation will provide an overview of accessibility in the built environment and conduct a deep dive into accessible design considerations for multiple design features. |
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Access 2 Accessibility webinar featuring Thea KurdiPosted on October 19, 2020
About: In case you missed it, our Thea Kurdi presented to accessibility advocacy group Access 2 Accessibility about Canadian Legislative Accessibility History and the Built Environment. The webinar focused on the impacts of Canadian legislation on accessible housing and possible solutions proposed by housing advocates. |
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Thea Kurdi's New Monthly Segment on the NOW with Dave Brown ShowPosted on September 14, 2020
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We're excited to announce that Thea Kurdi is starting a new monthly segment on AMI's TV and radio show NOW with Dave Brown! Tune in on a special Monday each month live on the AMI website and on AMI TV at 9:25 am EDT. Thea will discuss accessible design, universal design, and related current topics including the built environment and legislation for housing, education, employment, and healthcare. Let us know what other topics you’re interested in learning more about! |
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NOW with Dave Brown Show: How to Create Accessible PatiosPosted on July 9, 2020
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As COVID-19 lockdown restrictions ease up, and businesses and public spaces begin to reopen, it's important that accessibility guidelines are being implemented along with physical distancing measures. Thea Kurdi was a guest speaker on the NOW with Dave Brown show to discuss how accessible patios can be created, sharing DesignABLE's design guidelines for accessible patio spaces. |
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#AXSChat Interview with Thea KurdiPosted on July 9, 2020
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Earlier this week, our Thea Kurdi was very excited to take part in an interview for #AXSChat with hosts Antonio Santos, Debra Ruh and Neil Milliken. Thea shared how her interest and advocacy for accessibility began and how her role at DesignABLE Environments allows her to continue this important work in a very unique and special way. Check out and join the conversation with #AXSChat. |
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Webday Wednesday - Through other eyes: how people with vision loss see your buildingsPosted on April 9, 2020
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Our Bob Topping alongside David Lepofsky, a lawyer visiting professor (part-time) at the Osgoode Hall Law School and an adjunct member of the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, will explore how persons with vision loss interact with buildings and landscapes. Through case studies and stories of lived experience, the presenters will identify successful design strategies for enhancing the accessibility of the built environment for persons who are blind or have other types of vision loss. Issues to be addressed from the user's perspective include: How do I find the front door? How do I navigate my way to a room or element within a building? How do I use illumination-, textural- and luminance-contrast to assist with wayfinding? What contributes to my enjoyment of buildings and landscapes? Date and Time: April 15, 2020 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST Event Fees $ 75.00 + tax |
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Webday Wednesday - How to Hold Accessible Meetings and ConsultationsPosted on April 3, 2020
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Our Thea Kurdi will be discussing how to hold an accessible meeting and get productive feedback which are new skills for many people in the architecture and design industry. This presentation that will improve outcomes and cover many details including appropriate language, accessible invitations, accessible meeting location requirements, how to find representatives from the disabled community to participate, what accessible accommodations might be requested, along with how to make your presentations as accessible as possible.This presentation covers topics that will improve outcomes and successful outcomes including appropriate language, accessible invitations, accessible meeting location requirements, how to find representatives from the disabled community to participate, what accessible accommodations might be requested, along with how to make your presentations as accessible as possible. Date and Time: April 8, 2020 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST Event Fees $ 75.00 + tax |
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Toronto Society of Architects Technical Series | Evolving from Barrier-Free to Universal DesignPosted on February 10, 2020
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***Tickets are now officially sold out*** Our Bob Topping will be kicking off the 2020 Toronto Society of Architects technical lecture series with a presentation on the changing environment of accessibility and inclusive design. This presentation will document the demise of the concept of barrier-free design and its replacement with the more progressive strategy of inclusive/universal design. The difference between the old and new systems will be explored through design examples and case studies. The presentation will also address how codes and standards are evolving to reflect the changing environment of accessibility and inclusive design. Participants will learn how to incorporate design strategies into their projects, resulting in the creation of built environments that are more inclusive for everyone. Date and Time: February 11, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM $20 General Admisson |
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Thea Kurdi on The Agenda with Steven PaikinPosted on November 27, 2019
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Thea Kurdi will be on The Agenda on TVO with Steve Paikin along with David Lepofsky from the AODA Alliance talking about Accessibility, the AODA, the OBC, education, and the Onley AODA Report. Date and Time: November 28, 2019 from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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How We Live-In-Place! Creating Communities with Universal Design in HousingPosted on November 12, 2019
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Join the Older Women's Network of Ontario (OWN), Thea Kurdi, and the Toronto chapter of the Open Architecture Collaborative (OACTo) in learning about universal design in housing, living-in-place, and how we can advocate for all housing to be accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Drop in. No registration required. Location: Queen/Saulter, Program Room - Ralph Thornton Centre 1 Harbour Square Toronto, Ontario M5J 1A6 Date and Time: November 26, 2019 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
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2019 Festival of Architecture - Through Other Eyes: How People with Vision Loss See Your BuildingsPosted on August 23, 2019
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Bob Topping will be co-presenting with David Lepofsky, LLB, Lawyer, Professor and Advocate for Persons with Disabilities, at the 2019 Festival of Architecture in Toronto during a speaking Session, CE07 – Through Other Eyes: How People with Vision Loss See Your Buildings on Tuesday, October 29. The session will explore how persons with vision loss interact with buildings and landscapes. Through case studies and stories of lived experience, the presenters will identify successful design strategies for enhancing the accessibility of the built environment for persons who are blind or have other types of vision loss. Location: Westin Harbour Castle, Frontenac Ballroom 1 Harbour Square Toronto, Ontario M5J 1A6 Date and Time: October 29, 2019 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM |
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#a11yIRL - Accessibility in Real LifePosted on August 23, 2019
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Thea Kurdi will be speaking at the Accessibility In Real Life, Conference, a one-day event focused specifically on the built environment, hosted by #a11yTO. Location: TELUS Digital 25 York Street, 3rd Floor Toronto, Ontario M5J 2V5 Date and Time: October 23, 2019 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
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Abilities Expo - Why Universal Design in Housing?Posted on April 4, 2019
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Thea Kurdi will be presenting in a workshop called Why Universal Design in Housing?, discussing accessible homes, give an overview of Ontario law for housing (and how it relates to Human rights), and discuss what Universal design is and how it can be used to make the world more accessible. Location: International Centre, Hall 5 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8 Date and Time: April 5, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
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#a11yHAM Meetup - Inclusive Design Meetup GroupPosted on January 23, 2019
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Thea Kurdi is heading out again! This time to Hamilton for the first #a11yHAM Meetup - Inclusive Design meetup group on Thursday January 24th at the Arnie, Hosted by Mohawk College's Accessible Media Production graduate certificate's students, alumni, and faculty. Location: The Arnie Mohawk College Fennell Campus Pub 135 Fennel Avenue West, Hamilton, ON L9C 0E5 Date and Time: January 24, 2019 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Creative Campus Design Talk - Thea KurdiPosted on January 23, 2019
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Come see our Thea Kurdi who's also presenting this Thurs Jan 24th at noon Sheridan College in Mississauga, Ontario speaking to Architecture and Interior Design students about getting accessibility right for smarter design and a lifetime of changing needs and abilities. Location: Sheridan College - Hazel McCallion Campus Gallery 4180 Duke of York Blvd, Mississauga, ON L5B 0G5 Date and Time: January 24, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM |
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The Pulse - The Future of Universal DesignPosted on January 18, 2019
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Our own Thea Kurdi appeared as a guest on the AMI-audio national program called The Pulse hosted by Dave Brown, discussing the future of Universal Design on January 7th. The podcast is now available on podcasts services around the globe and can be accessed directly through TuneIn below: |
Thea Kurdi Vice President 2018 Management DesignABLE Environments (DE) announces a New Leadership Structure to support its Vision for Future Success |
DesignABLE Environments (DE) announces a New Leadership Structure to support its Vision for Future SuccessPosted on December 7, 2018
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DE Inc., Canada's leading accessibility and universal design consultants, is pleased to announce the promotion of Thea Kurdi to Vice President, supporting the firm’s continued growth across Canada and internationally. This evolution of the DE management team comes as part of the long-term planning for the future for company. Building on her 18 years of industry experience, Thea's expanded responsibilities will include organizational management and business development, with a focus on expanding into new markets. She will continue to lead DE’s accessibility and universal design teams for project reviews, building audits, accessibility standards development and accessibility training. For over 30 years DE has been widely respected for its thoughtful and thorough knowledge of inclusive design and its service-oriented approach, contributing to many prominent projects across Canada and around the world. DE President Bob Topping notes, “Thea's sustained commitment to this company has opened up many avenues for us as a firm. She has been a key part of our recent achievements, and her transition to Vice President gives us even greater capacity to accommodate growth, expand our operational knowledge, and amplify our firm’s strengths. This is an exciting time for our firm.” Accessibility is our business . . . |
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Interior Design Show 2019 - Designing for the Future: Accessibility in Urban Planning / Accessibility and DesignPosted on November 1, 2018
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Thea Kurdi and Sarah Libera will be co-presenting as a part of the panel for Designing for the Future: Accessibility in Urban Planning on January 18th 2019 at the Metro Toronto Concention Centre. Thea will be part of a panel discussion on Accessibility and Design on January 18th 2019 at the Metro Toronto Concention Centre. Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6 Date and Time: Designing for the Future: Accessibility in Urban Planning Thea Kurdi and Sarah Libera January 18, 2019 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Accessibility and Design Thea Kurdi January 18, 2019 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
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The Buildings Show - Canada’s National Housing Strategy: Leading to a New Generation of Sustainable and Accessible HousingPosted on October 26, 2018
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Bob Topping will be presenting as a part of the panel for Canada’s National Housing Strategy: Leading to a New Generation of Sustainable and Accessible Housing discussing Accessible and Universal Design Housing on November 28th 2018 at the Metro Toronto Concention Centre. Gain valuable insights into the latest codes, innovative bylaws and advances across Canada and close to home. Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6 Date and Time: November 28, 2018 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
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2018 6th Seoul Universal Design International SeminarPosted on August 27, 2018
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Our Thea Kurdi will be speaking at the 2018 6th Seoul Universal Design International Seminar on September 14th 2018 at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul, South Korea. Location: Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza 281 Eulji-ro, Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea Date and Time: September 14, 2018 from 1:00PM to 6:00PM |
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TEDxMississauga 2019: (de)mystifyPosted on August 08, 2018
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Our Thea Kurdi will be speaking at the 2018 TEDxMississauga (de)mystify event on January 19th of 2019 at the Mississauga Convention Centre, Canada. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. Theme: (de)mystify In an ever-changing world of technology, cryptocurrencies, evolving notions of human rights and equality, the limits of human understanding continue to grow. How do we take difficult or esoteric concepts, and make them clearer and easier to understand? The theme for the 2019 conference is (de)mystify, and that's what we aim to do at the next conference. Location: Mississauga Convention Centre 75 Derry Road West, Mississauga, ON L5W1G3, Canada Date and Time: January 19, 2019 from 10:00AM to 4:00PM |
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2018 TEDxMississauga Meetup at the BierMarktPosted on August 08, 2018
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DE's Thea Kurdi will be attending the 2018 TEDxMississauga Meetup on August 11th of 2018 at the BierMarkt, Mississauga Canada (near Square One). Members of the TEDxMississauga Meetup Group receive invitations to exclusive events with the organisers, priority consideration for volunteer positions, opportunities to become a speaker and connect with current TEDx speakers. This is a casual networking and social event. Admission is free, but all guests are encouraged to support our generous hosts by ordering an item from the a la carte menu or purchasing a drink from the bar. New members are welcome. Location: Mississauga BierMarkt (near Square One) 55 City Centre Drive, Mississauga ON, Canada Date and Time: August 11, 2018 from 7:00AM to 11:00PM |
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Thea is Speaking at the 2018 Universal Design Conference in New ZealandPosted on August 07, 2018
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Thea Kurdi will be speaking and presenting at the 2018 Universal Design Conference on September 6th of 2018 at the Victory Convention Centre in New Zealand. Te Ao Tangata - the 3rd Universal Design Conference is all about inclusion by design. By attending this conference you will engage in presentations and workshops around innovative practice in universal design locally and internationally, and shape the way that Aotearoa is designed and experienced into the future. She is presenting the "Living in Place - Housing for Our Aging Populations using Universal Design Strategies" session. Location: Victory Convention Centre (VCC) 98 Beaumont St, Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand Date and Time: September 6, 2018 from 11:30AM to 12:30PM |
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Thea is Presenting at the 2018 Universal Design Conference in AustraliaPosted on August 07, 2018
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Thea Kurdi will be speaking and presenting at the 2018 Universal Design Conference on September 4th of 2018 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in Australia. She is presenting the "Living in Place: Who are we designing for?" session. Getting accessibility right is often an uphill struggle in projects. The application of accessible design requirements often happens as an afterthought. It is time to challenge the design industry to reconsider the question, “Who are we designing for?”. Location: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) Merivale Street and Glenelg Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia Date and Time: September 4, 2018 starting at 11:00AM |
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Thea Kurdi and Bob Topping Attended the RAIC Festival of Architecture 2018Posted on July 15, 2018
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Both Thea Kurdi and Bob Topping attended the 2018 Festival of Architecture on May 30th until June 2nd of 2018 in Saint John, New Burnswick. Bob Topping presented the "International Union of Architects (UIA) Work Program: Architecture for All" session. This session provided an overview of the concept of Architecture for All and introduce the UIA work program on Architecture for All. Thea Kurdi presented the "What Designing For the Future Looks Like" session and "Accessibility Bootcamp" session. The first session gave learners the opportunity to discover the recent demographic changes our society is facing, how design and policy will impact our future, and see concrete examples of visionary design from across the country. And the second session invites learners to interact with the built environment, while building awareness of architectural barriers to accessibility and inclusion. |
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How Colour and Lighting Affects Accessibility in Building EnvironmentsPosted on April 10, 2018
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The significance and impact of colour and lighting on accessibility in building environments will be discussed from various perspectives. Thea Kurdi will be attending this seminar on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 from 5:00PM until 6:00PM at XPO Canada, 181, Bay Street, Suite 1800. TORONTO ON M5J 2T9. The event is hosted by Architect@Work. She will be presenting along with Vivian Lo (Vice-President of the Colour Research Society of Canada), Valerie Gow (Partner and Interior Design Principal of Gow Hastings Architects), and Yvonne Felix (Ambassador of Foundation Fighting Blindness). |
2018 DE Move |
Say Goodbye to .net and Say Hello to .ca!Posted on March 1, 2018
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We've made a transition from designable.net to designable.ca! Our staff at DesignABLE Environments Inc. will have updated emails from now on, such as information@designable.ca. The transition will be smooth, and you may continue to send emails to our .net addresses. We will automatically receive all of your emails to our new .ca addresses. Please send an email to information@designable.ca for further inquiries about our switch, or if you are having difficulties contacting us. |
2017 DE Move |
Mississauga Office MovePosted on September 30, 2017
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As of September 30th, 2017 our Mississauga, Lakeshore office will now be at 918 Dundas Street East, Suite 212, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L4Y 4H9. Our phone number and email will remain the same, please see our contact page for further details. We will post an update to notify you in the future of any changes regarding our contact information. |
2016 DE Show Radio Accessibility |
The Accessibility Edge: Radio ShowPosted on January 20, 2016
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Thea Kurdi is hosting a Radio Show through Voices4Ability (V4ARadio), Canada’s first 24/7 radio station dedicated to persons with disabilities. Follow DesignABLE Environmentsand V4ARadio on Twitter to find out more about the show's schedule! |
2011 Accessibility Awareness |
Awareness of Invisible Disabilities and AccessibilityPosted on May 28, 2011
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What event(s) are you attending? The City of Mississauga is holding a presentation called "Mississauga Promoting Awareness of Invisible Disabilities and Accessibility" on May 30, 2011! |
2011 Universal Design Green Accessibility Accessible |
Green and Universal Design: ConvergencesPosted on January 11, 2011
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Have you seen our article in this year's Profiles 2011 OAA Member Listings Magazine yet? |
2010 CMHC Accessibility Accessible |
CMHC's Accessible by Design SeriesPosted on October 18, 2010
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Have you seen the CMHC's "Accessible by Design" series recently in their Housing Technology E-Newsletter? You may not know that DE jointly developed these with Betty Dion (BDEL). Click here to visit CMHC's web site "Accessible Housing by Design" article which has links to all of these articles at the bottom. We hope you find them useful! And we would be pleased to help you with your project and any additional questions that you might have. |
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DesignABLE Environments Offering Lunch n' Learns about the AODAPosted on October 8, 2010
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The AODA and You... Get Ready! 2 Part Lunch 'n Learn! Are you looking for reliable, useful information about the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)? Especially what's in the Accessible Built Environments Standard (ABES) and what it's going to mean to your designs? Contact us to book a fact filled, stimulating presentation at your firm. We bring the presentation and a delicious lunch for you and your staff to enjoy. |
2010 Accessibility Conferences Presentations |
Aiming for Accessibility ConferencePosted on April 27, 2010
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June 8-9th in Guelph, Ontario at Rozanski Hall, University of Guelph Meeting Standards, Making Change" Hope to see you there! |
2009 Standards Accessible Built Environment ABE MCSS |
Accessible Built Environment Standards (ABE) Released for Public CommentPosted on July 20, 2009
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Ministry of Community and Social Services announced on July 14, 2009 that Ontario is seeking input on the initial proposed built environment accessibility standard, which was released today for public review. Be apart of the process or at least be aware of the MASSIVE change that is about to occur in Ontario's quest to be accessible by 2025. |
2009 Rick Hansen Wheels Motion |
Wheels In MotionJune 10, 2009
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Rick Hansen's Wheels In Motion, Scotiabank event is on this weekend at June 14th, 2009! |
2009 Awareness Accessibility Accessible |
National Access Awareness WeekPosted on May 26, 2009
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Making way for Ontarians with Disabilities information week National Access Awareness Week from May 31st, 2009 to June 6th, 2009. |
2009 Accessible Olympics Winter Show |
2009 Special Olympics World Winter GamesPosted on January 28, 2009
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Watch and support the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Boise, Idaho, USA from Feb. 7th, 2009 to Feb. 13th, 2009 |
2009 Bob Topping DE Measuring Up the North Articles |
Measuring Up the NorthPosted on January 15, 2009
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Look for Bob Topping as he speaks at the Creating Universally Designed Sustainable Healthy Communities Conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada |
2008 Canadian Architect Article |
Canadian Architect - December 2008 IssuePosted on January 28, 2009
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Look for our DesignABLE Environments Inc. advertisements in the December issue! They are located on page 18 and page 62. |
2008 Canadian Architect Article |
Canadian Architect - November 2008 IssuePosted on December 16, 2008
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Look for our DesignABLE Environments Inc. advertisements in the November issue! They are located on page 35 and page 77. |
2008 DE Move |
We've Moved to Mississauga!Posted on September 23, 2008
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Designable Environments Inc. is now based in an accessible office space in beautiful Port Credit (a small village by the lake within Mississagua). |
2008 FICCDAT Conferences Caregiving Accessibility |
FICCDAT 2011Posted on June 13, 2008
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Festival of International Conferences on Caregiving, Disability, Aging and Technology (FICCDAT) June 5-8, 2011, Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, Toronto, Canada |
2008 Rick Hansen Foundation Wheels in Motion |
Rick Hansen - Wheels In Motion 2008Posted on June 8, 2008
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Take part on Sunday, June 8th, 2008 in the 6th annual Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion at an event near you! |
2008 DE Move Party |
Open House PartyPosted on May 16, 2008
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Keep a look out for your Open House invitation coming to your mail box soon! |
2008 DE Move |
Toronto Office MovingPosted on April 22, 2008
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As of Sept 23, 2008 our Toronto office will now be at 5418 Yonge Street, Suite 1008, Toronto, ON, M2N 6X4. Toronto phone numbers and fax numbers remain the same. Please see our contact page. |
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