Access Consulting Brisbane
At Architecture & Access, our Brisbane team is committed to shaping environments that are inclusive, safe, and usable by people of all abilities.
We believe accessibility is fundamental to good design – enabling people to confidently approach, enter, move through, and use spaces in their everyday lives. Working across Queensland, our experienced team of access consultants, trusted by Brisbane clients, trust provides specialist advice throughout the entire project lifecycle. From early concept planning to construction completion, we deliver practical, compliant, and cost-effective solutions that support equitable access for all users.
Access Consulting
Specialist advice to support accessible, compliant outcomes across all stages of design and construction.
Design Reviews
Detailed assessment of plans and documentation to ensure accessibility is considered from the outset.
Accessibility Audits
Independent reviews of existing buildings and infrastructure to identify barriers and improve usability.
Accessibility Performance Solutions
Development of alternative solutions where standard compliance pathways may not be achievable.
Transport Accessibility Advisory
Technical advisory services for accessible public transport systems, infrastructure, and user experience.
Accessible Design Solutions
Guidance on achieving functional, safe, and user-focused design outcomes aligned with universal design principles.
About / Who We Work With
Our Brisbane team works closely with a wide range of industry professionals across Queensland, including architects, designers, developers, project managers, contractors, and government agencies.
We take a collaborative approach—integrating with project teams to understand objectives, resolve challenges, and deliver solutions that are both practical and compliant. By engaging early and working closely with stakeholders, we help ensure accessibility is seamlessly embedded into the built environment.
Company Background
Architecture & Access has an established presence in Queensland, with our Brisbane office established in 2012 to create better support for a growing portfolio of work across the state.
The office is led by Patricia Flores, an accredited access consultant with more than 20 years of experience. With a background spanning occupational therapy and architectural technology, Patricia brings a unique perspective – balancing technical compliance with a strong understanding of how people interact with the built environment. For clients seeking a DDA access consultant, Brisbane projects can rely on Patricia to provide specialist guidance that supports practical, inclusive, and compliant design outcomes.
Patricia has played a key role in establishing and growing the Brisbane office, helping build long-standing relationships and delivering projects across transport, education, health, and commercial sectors. Her experience includes acting as a specialist advisor on major transport initiatives, providing independent guidance, stakeholder engagement, and oversight to achieve improved accessibility outcomes.
Our Brisbane team also contributes to broader industry and city-shaping initiatives, including involvement with the Committee for Brisbane and participation in transport and accessibility advisory groups.
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we are supporting projects that prioritise accessibility in major infrastructure, public transport, and public spaces—helping ensure the city is inclusive and accessible for residents and visitors alike.
Brisbane Projects
Our Queensland experience spans a diverse range of projects, including:
We work closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver accessibility outcomes that not only meet regulatory requirements but also enhance independence and participation for the broader community.
- Public transport conveyances, premises and infrastructure
- University and education campuses
- Healthcare and research facilities
- Civic and local government developments
- Commercial and retail environments
- Sport and recreation
- Tourism and major destination projects
Cross River Rail – Hope Island Station
Hope Island station is one of three new stations being delivered on the Gold Coast, to better connect South East Queensland’s growing population.
Brisbane Metro
A four-year co-design process with Brisbane City Council has delivered accessible Metro vehicles, enhancing inclusive public transport through community collaboration, rigorous testing, and thoughtful design for diverse user needs.
Charles Darwin University – CBD Education & Civic Precinct
An award-winning Darwin precinct sets a benchmark for inclusive campus design, integrating accessible pathways, intuitive wayfinding, neurodiverse-friendly spaces, and culturally responsive facilities to support diverse community needs.
Green Bridges Program
Brisbane’s Green Bridges Program is improving city connectivity with accessible pedestrian and cycle links, supporting inclusive, sustainable travel and enhancing connections across the river.
Brisbane Team
Brisbane Office Location
Find UsFrequently Asked Questions
An access consultant helps project teams create spaces that are accessible, safe and compliant for people of all abilities. In Brisbane, that includes reviewing designs, identifying barriers, advising on compliance pathways and supporting better access outcomes from concept through to construction.
Bringing access advice into a project early makes it easier to resolve issues before they become costly design or construction changes. It also helps accessibility be built into the project from the outset rather than treated as a late-stage compliance check.
Yes — our Brisbane team supports projects across Brisbane and throughout Queensland. We work with clients in metropolitan, regional and infrastructure settings to deliver practical access advice suited to the project context.
We support a wide range of projects, including commercial, health, education, transport, residential and public infrastructure work. Our Brisbane team collaborates with project stakeholders to improve usability, reduce compliance risk and support equitable access for the broader community.
Yes — design reviews are a core part of our Brisbane access consulting services. We assess plans and documentation early so accessibility considerations can be addressed before they impact approvals, budgets or buildability.
An accessibility performance solution is an alternative approach used when a standard compliance pathway may not be practical or achievable. Our Brisbane team develops evidence-based solutions that support safe, functional and compliant access outcomes.
Yes — our Brisbane team provides specialist advisory services for accessible public transport systems, infrastructure and user experience. This includes supporting projects where accessibility needs to be considered across complex public environments and stakeholder groups.
We work closely with architects, designers, developers, project managers, contractors and government agencies across Queensland. Our role is to integrate with the wider project team and help deliver solutions that are practical, compliant and user-focused.
The Brisbane office is led by Patricia Flores, an accredited access consultant with more than 20 years of experience. Her background in occupational therapy and architectural technology supports a balanced approach that considers both technical compliance and how people use the built environment in real life.
Yes — we provide accessibility audits for existing buildings and infrastructure across Brisbane and Queensland. These audits identify barriers, highlight opportunities for improvement and help organisations make spaces more usable for a wider range of people.
