AVLA, or Accessibility Verification Level Acknowledgment, is a versatile and easy-to-use application designed to assess the accessibility level of buildings and outdoor spaces. Its functionality extends to several key areas:

1. Assessing Accessibility Levels: AVLA facilitates the evaluation of the current accessibility status, aiding in understanding the existing barriers present in buildings and public areas.

2. Planning Interventions: It assists in planning necessary interventions to address existing barriers, enabling proactive measures to enhance accessibility.

3. Mapping Accessibility: AVLA maps the accessibility of territories, providing valuable insights into the overall accessibility landscape.

Four graphic representations of the PEBA (Plan for Elimination of Architectural Barriers) for Assisi.

Cultural Considerations: AVLA incorporates both regulatory requirements and cultural semantics to truly assess the ability of spaces to accommodate all individuals equally, acknowledging the diverse needs and backgrounds of users.

Added Value: The application issues a Verification Certificate of Accessibility Level, which individuals can display in commercial establishments or lodging facilities, showcasing their commitment to inclusivity. Moreover, it serves as a useful tool during property transactions, offering insights into the accessibility features of the property being purchased.

Expert Guidance: AVLA offers guidance on targeted investments aimed at improving accessibility, providing decision support through graphical representations.

PEBA Processing: It collects data on current accessibility conditions and proposes solutions ranked by improvement potential. Based on user choices, the software evaluates achievable accessibility, geolocating barriers for intervention and generating necessary graphical outputs automatically.

Cost Calculation: Integrated with regional pricing, AVLA estimates the costs associated with achieving accessibility goals.

Citizen Accessibility Tracking: AVLA tracks real-time accessibility of territories, marking the accessibility level of lodging facilities, commercial establishments, and public spaces on an online map for which a verification certificate has been requested.

Continuous Updates: AVLA is an ongoing research project continuously updated to reflect regulatory changes and emerging needs, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness.

In summary, AVLA serves as a comprehensive tool for assessing, planning, and enhancing accessibility, integrating cultural considerations, expert guidance, and real-time tracking capabilities to promote inclusive environments.


Idea & Development

Architect PhD Baires Raffaelli

Scientific Supervisor

Professor, Engineer Marco Ferrero (Professor at the Faculty of Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome)

Design & Development Team

Architect Alessio Petecchia, Engineer Stefano Sinibaldi, Engineer Pancrazio Capoccia

Partner

Association for Accessible Cities Festival