5.3. Vision Panels

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of vision panels?

   Hint

   Think about the visibility when approaching a door.

2. 2.

   How high should the bottom of a vision panel be from the floor?

   Hint

   Consider the height of someone in a wheelchair.

3. 3.

   What is a vision panel designed to do?

   • Provide privacy
   • Enhance visibility
   • Decorate the door

   Hint

   Think about why people might want to look through a door.

4. 4.

   True or False: The bottom edge of a vision panel should be at least 900 mm from the floor.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the accessibility for wheelchair users.

5. 5.

   Design a new office entrance, incorporating vision panels. Detail the dimensions and materials chosen, justifying your decisions with reference to accessibility standards.

   Hint

   Remember to incorporate accessibility standards into your design rationale.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a case study of a building with vision panels. Are they compliant with the necessary standards? What improvements could be made?

   Hint

   When assessing compliance, always check against accessibility guidelines.