Applicability of Malaysian Standards and Universal Design in Public Buildings in Putrajaya
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This paper discusses ongoing research on universal design implementation in public buildings in Putrajaya with the applicability to Malaysian Standards of accessibility. The areas of study include disability and accessibility issues, the current accessibility system in Malaysia, Malaysian Standards and universal design implementation in the built environment, and the importance of public buildings in Putrajaya. Site observation involving facilities measurement and photographic documentation was conducted in five significant public buildings in this city. The findings of this study may be used as a reference to designers and building management in providing adequate accessible facilities for the buildings' visitors.
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