- 1. Articles
- (Category)
- Created on 21 March 2019
- 2. Gary Finn
- (Contacts / Partners)
- Gary Finn, Partner - Registered Architect 5774 (NSW Australia),
- Created on
- 3. Daniel Wong
- (Contacts / Partners)
- Daniel Wong, Partner - Registered Architect A/D 15 (Malaysia),
- Created on
- 4. 2026 NDIS Reforms: What the Changes Mean for Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Housing Design and Participant Outcomes
- (Legislation)
- 2026 NDIS Reforms: What the Changes Mean for Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Housing Design and Participant Outcomes The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is undergoing its most ...
- Created on 11 February 2026
- 5. From Mousetrap Mayhem to Schoolyard Ingenuity: The Lost Art of Playful Design
- (Education Facilities)
- From Mousetrap Mayhem to Schoolyard Ingenuity: The Lost Art of Playful Design Back in the 1960s, kids across the world (including this author) spent hours building wildly elaborate contraptions in the ...
- Created on 11 February 2026
- 6. Government Collaboration for Inclusive Kuala Lumpur: Disability Access Consultants Malaysia Ready to Partner on Public Upgrades
- (Providing Services to the Public)
- ... play a pivotal role in overseeing public infrastructure projects. By focusing on key areas such as public housing, parks, and public toilets—particularly enhancements for women—Minister Yeoh's vision opens ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 7. Rube Goldberg Architecture: When Overcomplication Meets Inclusive Design in Malaysia
- (Malaysia)
- ... welcoming light for a wheelchair user at the entrance. Overly complicated? Perhaps. But in the spirit of Rube Goldberg—the legendary American cartoonist famous for his delightfully convoluted machines ...
- Created on 11 February 2026
- 8. PwD Act Amendments 2026: Supporting the Government’s Commitment to Inclusion – The Value of Open Dialogue and Practical Audits
- (Public Buildings)
- ... or Akta Orang Kurang Upaya 2008) are being finalised for tabling in Parliament’s first sitting reflects a clear commitment to strengthening protections and participation for over 821,000 registered OKU ...
- Created on 10 February 2026
- 9. Keeping the Family Whole: The Jones Family’s Creative Quest for NDIS SDA Housing
- (Living longer in your home)
- ... compliance with the NDIS SDA Design Standard, but it requires suitable land, time, and capital, at Sydney's exorbitant prices. 2. Buying a new 3-bedroom apartment and retrofitting. Some newer apartments ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 10. MAIWP RUN 2026 Shows Inclusion in Action: Extending Universal Design to Events and Public Spaces in Malaysia
- (Providing Services to the Public)
- ... RUN 2026 (organised by Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan) delivered a powerful message of unity and inclusion on February 8, 2026, at Dataran Putrajaya. With 10,020 participants from diverse ethnicities, ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 11. Being Excluded from Everyday Life: The Hidden Barriers Facing OKU in Malaysia
- (Street Access)
- ... due to systemic exclusion. Over 821,000 registered OKU nationwide face these challenges daily, compounded by attitudinal, environmental, and institutional barriers that limit full participation in society. ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 12. KL Walkways Still Unsafe for 760,000+ OKU: Enforcing Malaysian Standards for Barrier-Free Pedestrian Access 2026
- (Street Access)
- ... – they systematically exclude many from safe, independent mobility. With over 767,000 registered OKU nationwide (and a significant portion in the Klang Valley), inaccessible streets undermine daily participation, ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 13. PwD Act Amendments 2026: Why Transparency and Public Input Are Key to Real OKU Accessibility in Malaysia
- (Malaysia)
- ... to the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 (PwD Act or Akta Orang Kurang Upaya 2008). The article appeals to the Prime Minister and Madani government to remove Official Secrets Act (OSA) restrictions, publish ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 14. Selangor OKU Policy 2026: Preparing for Inclusive Infrastructure and Universal Design Compliance
- (Street Access)
- ... this policy will serve as a comprehensive guideline for all state agencies and departments on OKU-related matters. The policy focuses on five key pillars: Accessibility Universal design Employment ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 15. PwD-Friendly Mosques in Malaysia: New National Guidelines 2026 – How Universal Design and Access Audits Can Ensure Inclusive Worship Spaces
- (Public Buildings)
- ... government is taking a meaningful step forward in promoting inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PwD/OKU) in religious spaces. On February 7, 2026, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 16. AS 1428.1 vs Malaysian Standards (MS 1184:2014): Key Differences in Disability Access Compliance for Projects in Malaysia and Asia
- (Malaysia)
- ... in design. Test designs against both standards using BIM. Document luminance contrast, slip resistance, and wayfinding clearly. Plan for universal design from the start. Need help? Contact us ...
- Created on 08 February 2026
- 17. GrabAssist Launch Boosts OKU Mobility: Why Buildings and Public Spaces Must Follow Suit with Universal Design
- (Public Transport)
- ... select "Assist," and get matched with a trained driver-partner who assists with boarding/alighting, folding/storing mobility aids, and providing steady support. Collaborating with NGOs like Malaysia Federation ...
- Created on 07 February 2026
- 18. Budget 2026 Malaysia: More Funds for OKU Transport – But Real Accessibility Needs Urgent Audits
- (Public Transport)
- ... AccessConsultants.asia: Your Partner for Inclusive Transport in Malaysia, Sydney & Perth We specialise in practical accessibility consulting – culturally sensitive for Malaysia, drawing on 40+ years ...
- Created on 07 February 2026
- 19. Malaysia PwD Act 2008 Amendments 2026: What OKU and Building Owners Must Prepare For Now
- (Public Transport)
- ... and genuine participation for over 821,374 registered PwD/OKU nationwide. Current Gaps in PwD Act 2008: Why It's Often Called a "Toothless Tiger" At present, the Act promotes rights but lacks real penalties, ...
- Created on 07 February 2026
- 20. Contoh Kes Kajian: Perniagaan Malaysia yang Berjaya Meningkatkan Aksesibiliti untuk OKU
- (Providing Services to the Public)
- ... dan mencapai hasil serupa. Sama ada anda pemaju hartanah, pemilik shophouse, atau pengusaha mall, kami boleh membimbing anda ke arah premis yang lebih inklusif dan menguntungkan. Hubungi kami di accessconsultants.asia ...
- Created on 04 February 2026

