City of Sydney braille and tactile network launch

Great news that the City of Sydney has rolled out its braille and tactile network for vision impaired pedestrians – the world’s largest network. More than 2,100 tactile signs span the City of Sydney area. The signs include braille and raised lettering and are located at every pedestrian crossing with traffic lights.

Cheung Access is honoured to have been the access consultant for the important and innovative project and was delighted to attend the official launch. The project involved working with the City of Sydney project team to develop the signage guidelines and conducting usability testing with vision impaired people.

Read full article here: http://www.sydneymedia.com.au/sydney-launches-worlds-largest-tactile-network/

NSW Architecture Awards – Milo Dunphy Award winner

Fantastic news that WMK Architecture won the Milo Dunphy Award for its sustainable solution for the new multi-modal learning centre at Northern Beaches Christian School in Sydney. The building accommodates interactive learning spaces, science laboratory and student support facilities. Sustainability initiatives include automated window ventilation and rain harvesting.

Cheung Access was the access consultant to WMK on the project. We were excited to contribute to this leading edge project, which involved some challenging access issues to create a wholly inclusive learning environment.