Accessibility & Sustainability

Our Accessible Web Design Ethos

As a leading Nottingham Design Agency, Studio Seventeen is dedicated to providing services that are ethical, sustainable, and accessible. From the physical space we work to the digital spaces we build, we believe in doing good for the planet and its people.

As a creative design agency, we specialise in accessible and sustainable website design, ensuring that our work not only reduces environmental impact but also empowers all users. At Studio Seventeen, we focus on making every design decision count and continually strive to improve our sustainability and accessibility practices. As a digital business, we understand the importance of these principles in our industry.

Studio Seventeen works in partnership with clients to deliver sustainable website design, printed materials, and other creative design solutions. We are committed to creating accessible digital experiences that everyone can enjoy. We are constantly educating ourselves on the best practices for accessibility and inclusivity, and we always strive to learn, grow and change the way we work for the better.

Our Policies
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Accessibility in Design

We recognise that each web user is unique, and we are committed to delivering accessible web design solutions that meet the diverse needs of all users. By adhering to WCAG accessibility guidelines, we ensure that every digital product we create is usable and inclusive.

Accessibility should be considered at every stage of the design process, and we focus on creating digital environments where all users can navigate content without barriers. Our design process involves constant attention to detail, ensuring that our websites meet or exceed the current accessibility standards.

We conduct regular audits of our websites to ensure compliance with evolving accessibility guidelines. We test each design for colour contrast, readability, and the usability of interactive elements, such as buttons, forms, and navigation. Our goal is to ensure that the digital experiences we create are truly accessible to all.

We’ve undertaken the following measures to ensure our work meets current accessibility standards:

  • Auditing and recommendations on existing brand elements
  • Colour-contrast testing on all brand colours and graphical elements
  • Readable and accessible font choices
  • User journeys that are predictable and easy to follow
  • Image alt tags for screen readers
  • Responsive design implementation to make digital products usable across devices and screen sizes
  • ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance semantics for assistive technologies
  • Error messaging and validation that are clear, concise and accessible
  • Consistent and predictable navigation to reduce cognitive load for users
  • Form field labels and instructions for intuitive input and navigation

Sustainable Design Practices

At Studio Seventeen, we believe sustainable web design goes beyond the digital space. It’s about creating design solutions that are mindful of our planet and its resources. As part of our commitment to environmental responsibility, we adopt sustainable design practices that help reduce our carbon footprint while ensuring high-quality, effective web and design solutions for our clients.

As a sustainable design agency, we focus on creating digital products that are efficient, energy-conscious, and built to last. This includes reducing the environmental impact of the websites we create through smarter, more efficient design and development techniques. Our sustainable practices also extend to the way we run our business, from minimising waste in the office to reducing the carbon emissions associated with our digital infrastructure.

Our changes so far:

  • Establishing a sustainable mindset within our working environment
  • Reducing our consumption of single-use products and recycling in accordance with Nottingham City Council’s current policies
  • Ensuring our websites are accessible and optimised to reduce loading times
  • Work with sustainable suppliers to align our entire process with our values
  • Ensure all client websites are hosted on 100% renewable energy servers

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By integrating sustainable design and accessible design into everything we do, we ensure our work not only meets high creative standards but also supports a better future for everyone.
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