ABE Consulting

ABE Consulting, a specialist consulting firm dedicated to creating accessible built environments, provided expert accessibility consulting services. Known for their outcome-based professional advice, ABE Consulting works with project managers, architects, and building certifiers to ensure compliance and accessibility for all end users.

“Our brief required a detailed review of the architectural plans to ensure compliance with key standards, including AS4299 for adaptable apartments, accessible hotel units, and the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) requirements,” explained Managing Director Abe Strbik. “We were involved from the detailed design phase right through to the Certificate of Occupancy to ensure compliance.”

One of the unique challenges faced on this project was addressing the street gradient interfacing pedestrian entries at the allotment boundary, which required careful alignment with building entries, pathways, and shopfronts.

“We addressed some of these site constraints via a Performance Solution report, which allowed us to navigate accessibility challenges and maintain compliance,” Abe said. Additionally, design changes during construction had flow-on effects that required real-time adjustments to the accessibility design.

Since its establishment in 2013, ABE Consulting has been the preferred access consultant for thousands of projects across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and retail sectors in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. Their expertise spans all stages of design and construction, including site audits to identify and overcome access barriers.

With an impressive portfolio that includes Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Meriton’s 180 George Street in Parramatta, and the Sydney Swans HQ, ABE Consulting continues to set the standard for accessible design.

Their involvement in WOVA demonstrates their commitment to ensuring inclusive environments that cater to the needs of all users, reinforcing their role as leaders in accessibility consulting.

For more information contact ABE Consulting, Level 1, 280 Norton Street, Leichhardt NSW 2040, phone 02 8065 0400, email info@abeconsulting.com.au, website www.abeconsulting.com.au