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<p>The article analyzes the accessibility of selected examples of public utility buildings, implemented at the end of the 20th century and at the beginning of the 21st century, in the structures of the conteporary city of Kielce. In order to learn about the functioning and architectural solutions of buildings that are among the most frequented by the general public, an in situ study was conducted, using a multi-criteria method that allows comparative analysis and is an effective tool in making an accurate assessment. The selection of the most relevant evaluation criteria was based on the actual needs and psychophysical condition of today’s society. The research was locationally focused on the Kielce city area, taking into account current reports and statistics indicating the largest increase in the number of people over 65 in the Świętokrzyskie voivodeship. The studies carried out have led to conclusions and recommendations to help in the design and management of facility spaces.</p>
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The article analyzes the accessibility of selected examples of public utility buildings, implemented at the end of the 20th century and at the beginning of the 21st century, in the structures of the conteporary city of Kielce. In order to learn about the functioning and architectural solutions of buildings that are among the most frequented by the general public, an in situ study was conducted, using a multi-criteria method that allows comparative analysis and is an effective tool in making an accurate assessment. The selection of the most relevant evaluation criteria was based on the actual needs and psychophysical condition of today’s society. The research was locationally focused on the Kielce city area, taking into account current reports and statistics indicating the largest increase in the number of people over 65 in the Świętokrzyskie voivodeship. The studies carried out have led to conclusions and recommendations to help in the design and management of facility spaces.

Multi-Criteria Evaluation of Accessibility of Conteporary Public Utility Buildings – On the Example of Kielce

Structure and Environment

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The article analyzes the accessibility of selected examples of public utility buildings, implemented at the end of the 20th century and at the beginning of the...

Multi-Criteria Evaluation of Accessibility of Conteporary Public Utility Buildings – On the Example of Kielce

Publicado en línea: 02 may 2024

Páginas: 18 - 33

DOI: https://doi.org/10.30540/sae-2024-003

Palabras clave
universal design, accessibility, barrier, alternative access, public utility facility, contemporary architecture, city

© 2024 Patrycja Haupt et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Public License.

Multi-Criteria Evaluation of Accessibility of Conteporary Public Utility Buildings – On the Example of Kielce

Publicado en línea: 02 may 2024

Páginas: 18 - 33

DOI: https://doi.org/10.30540/sae-2024-003

Palabras claveuniversal design, accessibility, barrier, alternative access, public utility facility, contemporary architecture, city

© 2024 Patrycja Haupt et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Public License.

Palabras clave
universal design, accessibility, barrier, alternative access, public utility facility, contemporary architecture, city