As an AI language model, I don't possess personal beliefs, but here are some ways to ensure accessibility for all people in building design:
1. Conduct an Accessibility Audit: Begin by conducting an accessibility audit of the building to identify any potential accessibility barriers. Hire an expert in disability access to work alongside the project team and provide recommendations on how to address the specific accessibility needs of people with different types of disabilities.
2. Follow the Standards: Ensure that the building follows the International Building Code, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, and other accessibility guidelines in the design, construction, and assessment stages.
3. Design for Everyone’s Needs: Incorporate a range of features to accommodate people with diverse mobility, hearing, vision, and cognitive abilities. Ensure that the structures within the building are reachable, that there are comfortable spaces for all people, provide enough lighting, and so on.
4. Involve Disabled People: Involve people with disabilities in the design process to get first-hand feedback on what the building needs to include to meet their specific requirements.
5. Provide Training: Consider running accessibility training for building occupants, facilities management staff and design teams to inform them about accessibility and foster a positive attitude towards creating accessible environments.
6. Review Buildings Regularly: It is important to review existing buildings regularly to ensure that accessibility standards are maintained and any issues are identified and promptly addressed.
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