Accessibility
Architecture has the ability to improve the comfort, safety and user-friendliness of spaces. When we design cities and buildings with people’s diverse needs in mind, we contribute to creating a fairer and more inclusive society.
The Architecture Weeks aim to bring architecture closer to everyone. Accordingly, the activities are designed with accessibility and interactivity in mind, striving to include all individuals regardless of any disabilities or specific needs they may have.
This year, we’re putting accessibility front and centre, ensuring that activities are enjoyable for as many people as possible – not only by improving communication and physical access to spaces, but also by providing resources for people with visual, auditory and cognitive difficulties.
Looking ahead to 2026, when Barcelona will be the World Capital of Architecture, our focus is on continuous improvement to make the Architecture Weeks a truly open and inclusive event. We’re committed to advancing our efforts to guarantee equal opportunities and everyone’s right to enjoy architecture and the city.
Some of the accessibility measures of the activities are available on request. See the page of each activity for more information.
The following icons indicate the accessibility measures associated with the activities at the Architectural Weeks:
Activity accessible for hard-of-hearing people: subtitling
Activity accessible for hard-of-hearing people: individual hearing loop
Sign language interpreting service during the activity, aimed at people with hearing disabilities and sign language users.
Activities with Braille: Products available in Braille, aimed at people with visual impairments.
Activities with tactile supports: Availability of tactile materials aimed at people with low vision, visual impairments, Alzheimer's, etc., to enhance understanding of the activity or performance.
Activities with easy-to-read content.
Accessible entrance for individuals with limited mobility