When it comes to accessibility, it is very likely that the first thought you get is associated with a person in a wheelchair. But the topic of accessibility covers much more than wheelchair accessibility. It should and must also consider accommodation, inclusion and equal opportunities. Good accessibility is crucial for 10 percent of the population, it is needed for 40 percent and we are all involved when access, areas and engagement involve 100 percent of the population.
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Inclusive by design, ensuring water play is open, safe, and enjoyable for every user — regardless of age or ability.
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The topic is crucial, especially when planning an urban area is underway. UNICEF stated in 2004 that the right to accessibility also includes the right to play, leisure and access to sport. (See UNICEF report “Sport, recreation and play” on the website unicef.org.)
Anyone planning an urban environment with a playground in mind should design it based on the principles of accessibility, both in terms of access to the area, rest and the play that will take place on the site.
Vortex offers free play and full accessibility for EVERYONE
At Vortex, everyone is strongly committed to the principles of universal design, with accessibility also being a key cornerstone. It is a commitment that was born within the company itself and since its inception, we have designed all of our water play based on the fact that they must be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of physical ability and limited only by age or due to a very serious disability.
This is the reason why our water games are intuitive, easy to understand and simple to use.
WATER PLAY – provides touch and spectacular experiences with water that streams, splashes, splashes and captivates.
WATER PLAY – which can be enjoyed with all senses or just one, but always enjoyable. No matter who the player is, regardless of age or physical ability.
WATER PLAY – with the latest technology, easy to use and with lots of laughter and joy.
Everything is placed in an area that does not cause any accessibility or safety issues. A Vortex Splashpad® is a shallow water facility that welcomes everyone and can guarantee that there is no dangerous water. Here, a lifeguard does not even need to be present.
At Vortex, we are a team of experienced project managers, landscape architects, graphic designers, professionals and installers together with a single goal: to create areas of water and projects with success.