Proceedings of: Workshop on Improving Building Design for Persons with Low Vision

Open Discussion (Panel 2)

Note: Transcripts for this Panel were not available. These edited Proceedings are based on notes by JEW and TOS)

Issue 4: Based on available references, can we develop “viable” design standards and guidelines”?

Must they be written in terms of measurable parameters and values? Consensus was not obvious.

Must they be written in terms of measurable parameters and values? Consensus was not obvious.

Must they be based on a scientific foundation and database? Consensus was affirmative. A “Gap Analysis” may be an immediate task.

Top issues in developing design guidance and standards are:

• Define Intent

• Define Problem

• Signage

• Severe Changes in Lighting Levels

• Glare

• Coordination between energy codes and low vision accommodations.