At Atypical Advantage , we are committed to building more inclusive workplaces, spaces and experiences. As we continue to expand our work in disability inclusion and accessibility, we are looking to collaborate with an experienced independent architect/freelance architect who can support us on accessibility audits and built-environment accessibility projects.

We are looking for someone who can work closely with our team on a dedicated, project-based basis , with the potential for ongoing and high-volume engagement.

The Role:

The selected architect will work with our team to conduct and support accessibility audits of built environments and develop recommendations for making spaces more accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities.

Projects may include workplaces, corporate offices, educational institutions, hospitality spaces, public spaces and other built environments.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct accessibility audits of built environments and infrastructure.
- Assess spaces from the perspective of accessibility for persons with disabilities.
- Review accessibility across key areas such as:
- Entrances and pathways
- Parking and external access
- Ramps, stairs and lifts
- Doors and circulation spaces
- Accessible washrooms
- Signage and wayfinding
- Emergency evacuation and safety
- Workspaces and common areas
- Document observations through photographs, measurements and site assessments.
- Identify accessibility barriers and gaps.
- Develop practical recommendations for remediation and retrofitting.
- Prepare detailed accessibility audit reports and recommendations.
- Work closely with Atypical Advantage's disability inclusion experts and persons with lived experience to ensure a holistic approach to accessibility.
- Support clients and project teams in understanding and implementing recommended accessibility improvements.
- Stay updated with relevant accessibility standards, guidelines and regulations in India.

What We Are Looking For:

- Degree in Architecture.
- Experience in architecture, built environment design, planning,



interior architecture or related areas.
- Prior experience or a strong interest in universal design, accessibility and inclusive design .
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and guidelines for the built environment, including relevant Indian standards and regulations.
- Experience with site assessments, audits, technical documentation and architectural reporting.
- Ability to independently visit sites, assess physical infrastructure and document findings.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to translate accessibility requirements into practical and implementable recommendations.
- Solid communication and report-writing skills.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team.

What Will Be an advantage:

- Prior experience conducting accessibility audits.
- Experience working on retrofitting or accessibility remediation projects.
- Knowledge of the RPwD Act, 2016 , Harmonised Guidelines and other relevant accessibility standards.
- Experience working with commercial, corporate, hospitality, educational or public infrastructure.
- Familiarity with universal design principles.

Engagement Structure: This is a freelance/independent consulting engagement . We are particularly interested in collaborating with someone who is available to work with us on an ongoing basis as accessibility audit opportunities increase.

The engagement may involve a combination of:

- Remote review and report preparation
- Site visits and physical accessibility assessments
- Client discussions and project coordination
- Accessibility recommendations and remediation support

Compensation: Project-based / mutually agreed upon based on scope and engagement. Interested?

If you are an architect passionate about creating more inclusive and accessible spaces and are interested in working on meaningful projects in the disability inclusion space, we would love to hear from you.

Please share your CV , along with a brief note on your experience with architecture, site assessments and accessibility/universal design at [email protected].

📌 Freelance Architect (Accessibility Audits & Inclusive Design) (India)
🏢 Atypical Advantage
📍 India