Thank you for asking. I expect many features, I wonder could Autodesk software designers be more familiar with access and use functions of a building.
Here are some suggestions:
1. Turn in space functions (circumference) for bus, vehicle and wheelchair turn in space- essentially the same as the route analysis function (under analyze tab) "people content" except change symbol from a person to a car or vehicle or wheelchair of certain length and width (this should be adjustable in properties).
2. Document M Building Regulation annotation markers. For example, "work surface not more than 850mm above floor level" - these annotations should be already predetermined and insertable especially for call outs
3. Luminance contrast functions. For example, insertable striping and lighting features that create luminance contrast for visual impairments. This could be for door frames, stair rails, stair treads, skirting boards etc.
4. Visibility sections options for inclusive design features of a building. For example, in a stereotypical kitchen you see "OVEN" "REF" and "DW" - inclusive design features such as braille signs, tactile paths, detectable surfaces should have their own tag automatically visible in floor plan views same as "OVEN" etc.
5. UK Library. This library is outdated and needs serious attention to modernise the components. Although there are online BIM libraries, I'm not sure why Revit hasn't updated their own libraries. Examples of components that are becoming more common today: domestic charging ports for electric cars, air to water heat pumps, MVHR, solar panels, level access showers, walk in wardrobe fitted cabinetry similar to "casework" , ceiling mounted drying racks, window seats
There are so many more features, enough to fill a whole toolbar tag dedicated to inclusive design features. Autodesk need to get on track with this side of building and space design. Designers need to represent all end-users of a building in their designs. It's a built environment requirement, not a trend. Maybe Autodesk could hire or hold a CPD training day for their software designers where they work alongside access and inclusion consultants or occupational therapists to brainstorm these features.
