Pac Rim 2008 Info
Universally Accessible Environmental Designs
By Jean Tessmer
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm in the Honolulu Room
Using model architectural and civil engineering projects, such as the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center, Keahole Kona International Airport, Parker Ranch Shopping Center, and FHWAUSFW Kealia Pond, this presentation will discuss how to take advantage of a site’s unique characteristics or program service mission to enable all individuals, regardless of disability, the opportunity to participate and experience these facilities. The session will also include the history of barrier free planning, design and best practices for design and construction.
Biography
Jean Tessmer, designer for Space Options, is a Federally Qualified Barrier Free Consultant and professional member of American Society of Interior Designers and National Council for Interior Design Qualification. She has 22 years of experience integrating functional accessible commercial and residential design in Hawaii and on the mainland. As part of her commitment to train other professionals, she speaks at local seminars and has conducted Yosemite NPS accessibility videoconference and FHWA Internet conferences that were broadcast to sites around the country. Jean has provided accessibility expertise for residential, commercial, and government projects, including the USS Arizona Memorial National Historic Park, Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Kai Executive Centers, Maui County Parks, Parker Ranch Shopping Center, and Happy Hollow Park and Zoo in San Jose, California.
About Space Options
Space Options is an award winning Barrier Free Design and Consulting firm with over 25 years of experience integrating non-hazardous, durable, and accessible, design, and construction.
