A tale of five rooms

ExclusiveA tale of five rooms

News Igor Bizjak -

On 14 October 2024, the National Council held a consultation on mobility and web accessibility for people with disabilities and the elderly, where a plan for a single national platform "The Story of Five Spaces" was presented. The platform, funded by the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Energy, will bring together data on accessibility of indoor spaces, the outdoor built environment, online content, on-call transport and home exercise technologies. The aim is to improve quality of life by providing better access to services and information. The event highlighted the importance of including people with disabilities and older people in society and the need for accessible infrastructure for all.
 

 

Working on accessibility

ExclusiveWorking on accessibility

News Igor Bizjak -

The Urban Institute of the Republic of Slovenia (UIRS) focuses on research, awareness-raising and the development of solutions to improve the accessibility of public spaces and buildings. It participates in the preparation of manuals, the organisation of workshops and in national and international projects promoting universal design. UIRS analyses existing accessibility of buildings, proposes improvements and develops digital platforms for collecting accessibility data. Their work brings together science, practice and legislation, with the aim of creating an inclusive society for all citizens.
 

 

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HERITAGE-PROTECTED BUILDINGS

HERITAGE-PROTECTED BUILDINGS

Heritage-protected buildings hold significant historical and architectural value, which often complicates their adaptation to modern needs, particularly in ensuring accessibility for all. Understanding heritage protection regimes and collaborating with the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia (ZVKDS) is essential, as well-planned solutions can often balance heritage preservation with accessibility.

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3/7/2025
Gorenjski hotel z dostopnimi oznakami sob

Gorenjski hotel z dostopnimi oznakami sob

Oznake sob v nastanitvenih objektih so pogosto neustrezne za slepe in slabovidne goste, saj so številke previsoko nameščene, premajhne, premalo kontrastne ali netipne. Dober primer rešitve najdemo v enem izmed hotelov na Gorenjskem, kjer imajo vhode v sobe označene s svetlobnimi in reliefnimi oznakami, kar omogoča lažjo orientacijo.

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3/14/2025
Designing Accessible Staircases

Designing Accessible Staircases

Well-designed staircases must provide safe and accessible use for all user groups. Key elements include a straight and wide staircase flight, uniform steps without overhangs, handrails on both sides, and contrasting and tactile markings. Such a design improves accessibility and safety in the built environment, especially for people with mobility impairments, as well as blind and visually impaired individuals.

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3/19/2025
Amendment to the Act on Equalisation of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (ZIMI)

Amendment to the Act on Equalisation of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (ZIMI)

The Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities has published proposed amendments to the Act on Equalisation of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities (ZIMI), which aim to improve the accessibility of existing public buildings for persons with disabilities. Key innovations include the obligation to adapt facilities by 12 December 2025, the establishment of minimum accessibility standards and the introduction of controls and sanctions for non-adaptation.

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3/26/2025
Pragovi in robovi: milimetri, ki štejejo

Pragovi in robovi: milimetri, ki štejejo

Pri premostitvi višinskih razlik v objektu pogosto mislimo le na večje ovire, spregledamo pa manjše, a prav tako pomembne težave – previsoke ali nekontrastne pragove in robove. Že nekaj milimetrov višinske razlike lahko invalidskim vozičkom onemogoči prehod, slabovidnim pa predstavlja nevarnost spotika.

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