Contents ----------------- Preface ----------------- Introduction 1.1 Background 1.2 The Development of “Universal Accessibility” 1.3 Objectives 1.4 Study Methods and Framework ----------------- Universal Accessibility in the Built Environment 2.1 The Challenge in Hong Kong 2.2 Aging Population 2.3 Universal Accessibility in External Areas, Open Spaces and Green Spaces 2.4 Major Issues 2.5 The Way Forward ----------------- Best Practices and Guidelines 3.1 Access Route 3.2 Connectivity and Interfacing Elements 3.3 Landscaped Spaces 3.4 Furniture, Equipment and Fittings 3.5 Way Finding, Orientation and Signage 3.6 Detectable Surfaces 3.7 Colour and Luminous Contrast 3.8 Lighting 3.9 Safety 3.10 Management and Maintenance ----------------- Photo Gallery 4.1 Access Route 4.2 Connectivity and Interfacing Elements 4.3 Landscaped Spaces 4.4 Furniture, Equipment and Fittings 4.5 Way Finding, Orientation and Signage 4.6 Detectable Surfaces 4.7 Colour and Luminous Contrast 4.8 Lighting ----------------- Appendices A1 Case Study 1 - Rehabilitation Complex in Wong Chuk Hang A2 Case Study 2 - An External Public Space in Ma On Shan ----------------- Acknowledgements ----------------- References ----------------- View or Download PDF

Appendices     A2 Case Study 2 - An External Public Space in Ma On Shan A2.1 Area of Study A2.2 Access Modes A2.3 Connection between Places A2.4 Way Finding and Signage A2.5 Landscaped Spaces A2.6 Furniture, Equipment and Fitting A2.7 Service Facilities A2.8 Accessible Passive and Educational Activity Areas A2.9 Accessible Recreational and Sports Areas A2.10 Lighting and Colour A2.11 Sensory Experience A2.12 Safety, Management and Maintenance A2.12.1 Safety A2.12.2 Management     A2.12.3 Maintenance     A2.13 Conclusion A2.12.3 Maintenance     Proper maintenance with sound management is the key to maintaining high standard and popularity of a facility. If a facility is in poor physical condition, it may affect users' desire to use it.   In the Park where lots of vegetation are planted, maintenance to keep their condition is important. The lawns, on which children play and have picnics, are mowed regularly. Various seasonal plants such as the peach blossoms are maintained properly. Topiary plants featuring different animal characters are trimmed regularly to maintain their intended shapes and heights (A2.12.3a).   Other equipment such as lamp poles, benches, signboards and so on, in the area is also properly maintained. To sustain popularity of the area, new facilities are added periodically. For example, a pebble path for foot reflexology near the exercise area has been newly installed in the Park (A2.12.3b). When installing new facilities, attention should be paid to their placement and layout to avoid obstruction and to ensure safety. It is noted that users such as the elderly and children are keen to use the pebble path. With such new facilities, the area continues to attract a wide spectrum of users.       A2.12.3a  Topiary in the Park                   A2.12.3b  Newly installed pebble path in the Park