Art Phonsawat Accredited Access Consultant

Art Phonsawat

ACA Accredited Access Consultant

Art is an Accredited Access Consultant at Vista Access Architects with over 6 years of experience in accessibility consulting. His background in interior design, combined with his extensive knowledge of disability access requirements, enables him to deliver practical, compliant, and user-focused accessibility solutions across a broad range of developments.

Since joining Vista Access Architects in 2020, Art has become an integral member of the team, working closely with architects, designers, builders, and developers to seamlessly integrate accessibility requirements into projects from design through to construction. His collaborative approach helps ensure developments are inclusive, functional, and compliant with the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards, and disability access requirements.

Art has particular expertise in the implementation of accessibility requirements during construction and is highly regarded for his work on Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) projects. He works closely with builders and developers throughout the construction phase to resolve on-site challenges, maintain compliance, and achieve the best possible outcomes for clients and future building users.

Based in New South Wales (NSW), Art leads the delivery of all NSW-based NDIS SDA projects for Vista Access Architects. His commitment to practical problem-solving, clear communication, and inclusive design helps create buildings and spaces that are accessible, welcoming, and usable by people of all abilities.

Educational Background

  • Advanced Diploma of Interior Design
  • Certificate IV in Access Consulting
  • Livable Housing Design Assessor's Course
  • Accredited Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Assessor's Course
  • OHS Construction Induction Training Certificate
  • Changing Places Australia's Training for Assessors

Professional Affiliations

  • Accredited member of the Access Consultants Association ACA (previously known as ACAA). Membership no 695
  • NDIS Accredited SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) Assessor Registration number SDA00125
  • Registered Assessor of Livable Housing Australia. Licence no 20353
  • Changing Places Assessor

Access related Committees

  • Management committee member of ACA (Access Consultants Association)
  • ACA-NSW Subcommittee member

The work of an access consultant carries a heavy responsibility, to turn exclusion into dignity and spaces into belonging.

Art Phonsawat

ACA Accredited Member Certification
NDIS SDA Accredited Assessor Certification
Access Institute Livable Housing Design Guideline Assessor Certification
Changing Places Assessor Certification

Fulfil your built environment accessibility requirements by collaborating with our expert team of Access Consultants

Fulfil your built environment accessibility requirements by collaborating with our expert team of Access Consultants