Concrete Studio
At Concrete Studio, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible online experience for everyone. Our goal is for all visitors, regardless of ability, to enjoy equal access to the information, services, and design inspiration shared through our website.
1. Our Commitment
We believe accessibility is integral to good design. Just as we consider form, proportion, and material in our physical work, we apply the same care to our digital environment. We are continually improving the accessibility and usability of our site so that it is inclusive of people with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.
2. Standards and Approach
Our website follows the principles of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines define best practices for accessible content, navigation, and interaction.
While our website is built on Shopify (using a theme), we actively adapt and optimise within the platform’s framework to support accessible design and interaction wherever possible.
3. Accessible Content and Formats
- PDF Spec Sheets: Our downloadable product specification sheets are currently being reviewed and updated to meet screen reader compatibility standards (tagged structure, alt text, and logical reading order).
- Images and Media: We aim to provide descriptive alt text for all product and collection imagery to ensure context is available to users relying on assistive technologies.
- Colours and Contrast: We select tones and contrasts that maintain readability and visual clarity across light and dark viewing modes.
- Forms and Navigation: We are working to ensure forms, menus, and other interactive elements are navigable via keyboard and compatible with assistive devices.
4. Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is not a one-time goal but a continuous process. We regularly:
- Review Shopify platform updates for accessibility features or limitations
- Apply user feedback to improve navigation, readability, and compatibility
- Reassess our downloadable files and design elements as technologies evolve
5. Feedback and Assistance
If you experience any difficulty accessing information on our site or would like to suggest improvements, please contact us. We welcome your feedback, it helps us to make Concrete Studio more inclusive for all.
Email: custom@concrete.studio
6. Third-Party Platforms and Content
While we strive to ensure all core website content is accessible, some third-party applications and plugins (such as Shopify integrations or embedded media) may present accessibility limitations beyond our direct control. We encourage these providers to uphold the same standards and are actively exploring solutions to improve compatibility.
