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Sally Swanson Architects To make this urban community college campus more equitably available to all students, SSA undertook a meticulous planning process that yielded a varied array of design strategies. Taking an overview, we developed a plan that unified the diverse small, but important, access upgrade elements. Project highlights include a multi-level ramp, which feels more like a sculpted public promenade than a ramp for people with disabilities. Along its length the ramp features planting, seating, stairs, and easy inclines that accommodate all students, making it a prime example of applied Universal Design. We were careful to create architectural features – such as handrails, etc. – that blend seamlessly with the existing design vernacular, providing access for people with disabilities at the same time as they enhance the entire campus plan. Scope of Services Photo: overall view of public promenade |