204 Pages
by Routledge

204 Pages
by Routledge

176 Pages
by Routledge

This book for architects, interior designers, building managers, students, conference organisers looks at first principles to provide the user with the 'tools' to make their own decisions rather than a 'cookbook' approach. It is intended that designs and product information can be taken straight from the manual and inserted into ongoing projects. For the first time the book considers the needs... Read more
Table of statutes; Table of cases; The nature of law; Settlement of disputes; Central and local government; Business organizations; The law of contract; Special contracts - building contracts; Employment law; The law of tort; Health and safety; Land law; Planning law; Highways; Building regulations; Index.

Biography

James Holmes-Siedle



















'The needs of disabled people in new and existing buildings is increasingly
recognised and makes this publication highly opportune. It provides first
class practical and cost effective detailed guidance on the layout and
equipment of buildings to meet the needs of a variety of disabilities.
The book contains excellent illustrations showing how the requirements
can be satisfactorily met.'
ASI Journal, July 1996

















































'James Holmes-Siedle has a distinguished record in adapting buildings,
some of them 'listed', to ensure that they are fully accessible to people
with disabilities.'