# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Who are we designing for? A candid panel on moving beyond compliance to create spaces that truly work for people.About this EventWhat does it really mean for a space to be accessible and who are we designing for? This thought-provoking panel brings together a designer, developer, and user to explore the gap between meeting minimum standards and creating spaces that truly work for people. Through a candid, real-world discussion, panelists will challenge common assumptions, share lived experiences, and unpack where current practices fall short, despite being “technically compliant.”From policy and incentives to practical design decisions and day-to-day operations, this session will equip commercial real estate professionals with actionable insights to rethink how accessibility is approached across homes, offices, and public spaces. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of inclusive design, and the tools to be stronger advocates and allies for more accessible, human-centered environments.This event is open to members and non membersAbout our SpeakersPyper Whitecotton – NAIT Interior Design Technology StudentPyper lives with Spinal Muscular Atrophy and navigates the world using a power wheelchair. While some may view this as a challenge, she sees it as an opportunity—an opportunity to help shape the spaces around her. She is currently a student in the Interior Design Technology program, with a passion for creating spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and thoughtfully designed for everyone.Pyper is actively involved in advocacy and community initiatives that support disability awareness and inclusion. She believes design has the power to make a meaningful difference in people's everyday lives. Outside of her studies and advocacy work, she enjoys outdoor recreation and hopes to help bring more inclusive outdoor opportunities and spaces to her community.Sonja Dutra – Senior Associate Interior Designer, L7 ArchitectureSonja Dutra is a Senior Interior Designer with L7 Architecture in Edmonton, bringing over 20 years of experience in commercial interior design. Her work is grounded in a deep understanding of how the built environment shapes human experience, with a focus on creating thoughtful, functional spaces that respond to the needs of diverse users.A LEED® Accredited Professional and NCIDQ-certified designer, Sonja is passionate about the intersection of design, community, and wellbeing. She believes that elements such as form, materiality, and lighting can be intentionally designed to enhance accessibility, support inclusivity, and improve overall quality of life.Emma Freeman – Vice President of Asset Management, Rohit GroupEmma Freeman is Vice President of Asset Management at Rohit Group, where she plays a key role in overseeing a diverse portfolio of office, retail, and residential assets. With a background in finance and a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, Emma brings a strong analytical lens to real estate, translating complex financial data into strategic decisions that drive asset performance, development planning, and long-term growth.Emma has been instrumental in expanding Rohit Group’s footprint into new markets and advancing major land development and mixed-use projects. Recognized with a 2025 Canadian Women in Real Estate Award, she is also actively involved in the industry as President-Elect of CREW Edmonton, reflecting her commitment to leadership, mentorship, and advancing women in commercial real estate. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b3ec2ea0-6b28-11f1-b387-ab66cbeeb1fa-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/beyond-the-code-rethinking-accessibility-in-design/100001990674523086 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Contests, Meetups, Nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: Bell Tower Conference Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edmonton - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Bell Tower Conference Centre - **lat**: 53.5451748 - **long**: -113.4947015 - **full address**: Bell Tower Conference Centre, 10104 103 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a3c915d43d8b204e50937c26ad2fe9cb9b949c84b0adbd51134ea504abb66183-rimg-w1200-h627-dc599497-gmir.jpg?v=1781071931 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design being held? - **A:** Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design takes place on Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Bell Tower Conference Centre, 10104 103 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design? - **A:** Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design is organized by Edmonton CREW. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Beyond the Code: Rethinking Accessibility in Design", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a3c915d43d8b204e50937c26ad2fe9cb9b949c84b0adbd51134ea504abb66183-rimg-w1200-h627-dc599497-gmir.jpg?v=1781071931", "startDate": "2026-06-22", "endDate": "2026-06-22", "url": "https://allevents.in/edmonton/beyond-the-code-rethinking-accessibility-in-design/100001990674523086", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Bell Tower Conference Centre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "10104 103 Avenue Northwest", "postalCode": "T5J 3R6", "addressLocality": "Edmonton", "addressRegion": "AB", "addressCountry": "CA" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "53.5451748", "longitude": "-113.4947015" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Who are we designing for? 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