Accessible ADA Picnic Table in Vaughan City Hall - Canada
Case Studies: Effective Application of ADA Accessible Picnic Tables in Public Spaces
Creating accessible and inviting public places is a top priority for any city planner or landscape architect. Canaan Site Furnishings’ ADA Accessible Picnic Table CAT-033 was seamlessly integrated into Vaughan City Hall to fulfill this goal. This table is more than simply a sturdy piece of outdoor furniture; it demonstrates the dedication to accessibility and design quality.
Accessible ADA design for picnic tables involves several major considerations:
Our picnic table collection, complying with the ADA regulations, is wheelchair-accessible.
- Height and Clearance: Picnic Tables must be at a height that is comfortable for wheelchair users, often between 28 and 34 inches from the ground to the bottom of the tabletop. There must also be adequate knee clearance, which is usually at least 27 inches high, 30 inches broad, and 19 inches deep.
- Reach Ranges: All table amenities, including fixed chairs, should be accessible to all users. This means that the table’s outermost edge should not be more than 24 inches from the wheelchair seating space.
- Surface: The table’s surface must be hard and sturdy to keep any mobility device from becoming unstable.
- Access Routes: There should be a wheelchair-accessible route to and from the picnic table that is at least 36 inches wide and as level as practicable.
- Seating Options: ADA-compliant picnic tables sometimes have one or more chairs removed or are constructed with an overhang on the ends to allow a wheelchair user to sit at the table without having to transfer to a bench.
Adhering to rigorous accessibility standards
When creating the accessible ADA Design Picnic Table CAT-033, Canaan Site Furnishings followed the extensive accessible design guidelines of three major Ontario municipalities. The ADA Picnic Table CAT-033, based on the City of Ottawa’s Section 6.14.1, Toronto’s Section 1.3.11, and Mississauga’s Section 4.3.16, was designed to provide an equal degree of safety and access to all, regardless of age or ability.
Robust Performance and Stylish Design
The ADA Accessible Picnic Table CAT-033 made of high-quality steel and treated with a sophisticated anti-corrosion treatment is tough enough to survive the elements. Its sleek and polished look lends it a contemporary edge, blending effortlessly into the modern environment of Vaughan City Hall.
Accessible for all
The Picnic Table CAT-033’s ADA compliance guarantees that it is both visually beautiful and accessible to everybody, reflecting the community’s inclusive ethos. Its innovative design provides for simple wheelchair access, making it an inviting place to socialize, dine, and enjoy the outdoors.
A fit for every landscape
ADA Accessible Picnic Table CAT-033’s shiny surface, meticulously crafted, and clean lines look impressive in any context. Whether surrounded by urban architecture or natural flora, this picnic table stands out as a practical yet attractive addition to any public space.
Vaughan City Hall: A Model for Inclusive Design
The successful installation of the ADA Picnic Table CAT-033 at Vaughan City Hall offers an encouraging case study for other public venues looking to improve their landscape and increase accessibility. It demonstrates that functionality and elegance can coexist, and that inclusion can be a lovely feature of design.
Your invitation to explore
Project managers and professional designers can evaluate how the ADA accessible Picnic Table CAT-033 might benefit their next project. Visit Canaan Site Furnishings to discover more about this unique piece and how it may help your accessible public space design succeed.
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