For building owners, developers, and facility managers, achieving Green Star certification isn’t just about meeting sustainability benchmarks, it’s about creating spaces that are inclusive, efficient, and future-proof. What if you could enhance both sustainability and user experience at the same time?
Australia’s Green Star Building ratings, developed by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), is the country’s leading certification system for sustainable buildings. This comprehensive framework assesses the environmental and social impact of projects, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainability. Within this framework, social sustainability plays a critical role, particularly in the “Design for Inclusion” category, which rewards projects that prioritise accessibility and inclusivity.
Projects can earn up to three points under this category:
Two Credit Achievement points
One Exceptional Performance point
By integrating BindiMaps, you’re not just improving accessibility, you’re also earning valuable Green Star points. Under the “Design for Inclusion” category, your project can gain up to three points for implementing features that enhance accessibility and inclusivity. This strengthens your sustainability credentials while ensuring your building is welcoming for all.
These points are awarded to buildings that incorporate inclusive design features to support a diverse range of users. To obtain them, project teams must document the design elements that enhance accessibility and inclusivity.
How BindiMaps Benefits Your Building and Its Users
A truly sustainable building goes beyond energy efficiency; it should be a place where everyone, regardless of ability, can navigate with confidence and ease.
BindiMaps helps you achieve this by providing an advanced, intuitive indoor navigation system that removes accessibility barriers while streamlining wayfinding for all users. And the best part? Integrating BindiMaps directly supports your project’s eligibility for Green Star points in the “Design for Inclusion” category, reinforcing your commitment to both social and environmental sustainability.
Here’s how BindiMaps can add value to your project:
1. Enhancing Accessibility and User Experience
Imagine a visitor walking into your building, whether it’s a hospital, university, or commercial complex, and feeling immediately at ease, knowing exactly where to go. That’s the power of inclusive design.
BindiMaps provides:
Optimised navigation for people with a disability, including those with a vision impairment and/or mobility challenges.
Multi-modal directions: audio, visual, and text-based instructions for different user needs
2. A Holistic Wayfinding Solution
BindiMaps is more than just an app, it’s a complete wayfinding system designed to make navigation effortless. Our BindiMaps Gold Standard Wayfinding Package includes:
BindiWeb for pre-visit planning
BindiMaps Kiosk for instant, on-site directions
BindiMaps App with Hyperlocal technology for seamless indoor navigation
BindiLytics for data-driven insights that optimise space utilisation
3. Advanced Technology for Maximum Impact
Hyperlocal Navigation: Offers real-time, hardware-free indoor wayfinding
AI-powered 3D Digital Modeling: Provides precise localization and enhanced navigation accuracy
Navigation Language Framework (NLF): Developed in collaboration with disability organizations to ensure the best accessibility experience
4. Tested and Trusted for Real-World Use
BindiMaps is built on extensive research, testing, and user feedback.
Successfully implemented in offices, hospitals, universities, and shopping centers
Developed in close collaboration with individuals of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds
Supported by leading accessibility organisations to ensure the best usability
5. Driving Sustainability and Efficiency
BindiMaps doesn’t just support accessibility, it also promotes smarter, more efficient building management.
No additional infrastructure needed: A lightweight, digital solution that aligns with sustainable building practices
Better space utilisation: Helps facility managers optimize layouts and improve operational efficiency
6. Supporting User Independence and Wellbeing
Navigating large, complex spaces can be overwhelming, especially for those unfamiliar with the environment.
BindiMaps empowers users to move independently, reducing the need for staff assistance
It significantly lowers stress and anxiety by providing clear, intuitive guidance
A Smarter, More Inclusive Future Starts Here
BindiMaps helps you build a future-proof, people-first environment that enhances both inclusivity and operational efficiency.
Ready to make your building truly inclusive? Let’s talk about how BindiMaps can help you earn Green Star points while transforming your space to be truly accessible and welcoming to all.
