The Guiaderodas Accessibility Certification: what it is, why it matters and how to obtain it
The Guiaderodas Accessibility Certification is a program that evaluates, qualifies, and monitors the accessibility of corporate environments using a methodology that integrates technical criteria, the experiences of people with disabilities, and organizational governance. Recognized as a benchmark in the sector, the certification contributes to ESG goals, strengthens companies’ reputations, and promotes safer, more inclusive, and efficient experiences for all users.
A good sidewalk is infrastructure. And everyone uses it.
Accessible sidewalks ensure safety, autonomy, and continuity of movement. The organization of lanes, the correct use of street furniture, and the maintenance of the pavement directly impact the experience. The quality of the sidewalk also influences the accessibility of buildings.
Attitudinal accessibility: what changes when perception changes
There is a dimension of accessibility that does not appear on a floor plan, is not covered by a technical standard and does not depend on a construction budget. It appears the moment two people meet in a space and one of them needs something. Attitudinal accessibility is about perception and sensitivity in dealing with […]
Accessibility begins in the design and continues in how the space is managed
The design stage is where accessibility decisions have the greatest impact and the lowest cost of change. Solving an issue on paper costs a fraction of what it costs to solve it once construction is complete. This is not only a financial matter: it is also a matter of outcome. Solutions built in from the […]
Excessive tactile paving: when the intention to guide produces the opposite effect
More tactile paving does not mean greater accessibility. When applied without logic or in excess, it loses its function, creates confusion, and compromises safety.
The aging that spaces have yet to notice
Population aging is one of the most predictable transformations of our time—yet one of the least integrated into the design and management of spaces. According to projections announced at the 2024 World Economic Forum, people aged 50 and older will make up 30% of the global workforce by 2050. In Brazil, this group already accounts for approximately 25% of active professionals, representing more than 23 million people.
10 years of Guiaderodas: from a simple question to a new way of thinking about accessibility
Guiaderodas was born ten years ago from a simple question: how can you tell if a place is accessible before leaving home?
This article traces the platform’s journey—from a collaborative app to a certification service and “Gui,” an accessibility assistant that transforms information into autonomy, predictability, and a better experience for everyone.
7 innovative solutions to improve accessibility in corporate offices
Discover 7 innovative solutions to make corporate offices more accessible, inclusive, and efficient by combining technology, design, and attitude.
LEED, Fitwel and Guiaderodas: the certifications sought by Brazil’s leading corporate offices
The Guiaderodas Accessibility Certification is a program that evaluates, rates, and monitors the accessibility of corporate environments using a methodology that integrates technical criteria, the lived experiences of people with disabilities, and organizational governance. Recognized as a benchmark in the sector, the certification contributes to ESG goals, strengthens corporate reputation, and fosters safer, more inclusive, and more efficient experiences for all users.
The entrance as an argument
A entrada de um edifício comunica algo antes de qualquer palavra. Antes do atendente receber, antes da recepção ser vista, antes de qualquer material de comunicação ser lido, o que a pessoa encontra ali, no primeiro contato físico com o espaço, já diz como esse lugar foi pensado.