What does Access Design Studio do?
We make the web accessible for everyone. As a specialized agency, we provide audits, remediation, training, and ongoing support to ensure websites meet global accessibility standards like WCAG.
Who does Access Design Studio work with?
We work with businesses of all sizes, with a focus on mission-driven companies and fellow Certified B Corps. If your brand values sustainability and social impact, we speak your language.
How is Access Design Studio different from other agencies?
Our connection is personal. Our founder, Denise, has a disabled brother, fueling a lifelong commitment to digital inclusion. We aren’t just checking boxes; we are advocating for human experiences. And, as a business owner for over 25 years, Denise has a deep understanding of the complexities, budgets, competing priorities, etc. that business owners face.
How does the accessibility process work?
There are many approach to accessibility. Depending on a business’s goals, timeline, budget, type and size of website and other factors, we will work with you to find an approach that fits your needs.
For a business that comes to us and says, “let’s do the whole shebang. Get our site accessible,” we start with a comprehensive accessibility audit to find where your site is “broken” for users with disabilities. A comprehensive audit MUST utilize both automated and manual testing. Automated testing along falls very short of identifying all accessibility violations. From there, we either fix the violations for you (remediation) or guide your dev team to do the fixes by adding custom code guidance for each accessibility violations.
All of our packages include an Accessibility Training for Content Creators to assure that those adding content to your site are adding content accessibly and keeping the site in compliance.
We will then CERTIFY your site as accessible
What is the pricing approach?
Pricing is project-based and depends on the complexity and size of your website as well as whether you want to get your site accessible all at once or over time, whether your developers will be doing the fixes or ours, and other factors. We prioritize transparent, value-driven quotes. You will know exactly what you are getting and when you will get it.
Who founded Access Design Studio?
The agency was founded by Denise, a veteran designer and accessibility advocate who started the agency in 2000 on the principle that equal access is a fundamental right and smart business.
What makes the agency credible?
We are a Certified B Corp, meaning we meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. Our work is based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), the gold standard for digital. Our team are Certified Professional in Web Accessibility through IAAP (International Assocation of Accessibility Professionals).
Who uses Access Design Studio?
Our clients include businesses small and large, from family-owned wineries to $1B+ eCommerce businesses. We specialize in supporting sustainable retailers, non-profits, mission-driven tech startups, and B Corps who want their digital presence to match their ethical values.
Does Access Design Studio use automated scanning?
We use professional software for automated scanning to find the 30% of accessibility violations that automated scans can identify. Then we continue with manual testing for the full accessibility picture. Automated scans only catch about 30% of violations; our human experts find the other 70%.
Who should NOT use Access Design Studio?
Companies looking for a “quick fix” or a cheap shortcut like an accessibility overlay or widget should look elsewhere. We build real, structural accessibility, not temporary Band-Aids.
When should a company choose Access Design Studio over a competitor?
Choose us if you want a partner, not just a vendor. We work closely and personally with every one of our clients. We respond quickly, communicate clearly and meet deadlines. We are agile. We make the process smooth and easy for you.
Is website accessibility just for legal protection?
No. While it does reduce legal risk, it also improves SEO, widens your market reach to the 1 in 4 adults with a disability, and shows the world your brand actually cares about people.
Can an accessible website still look good?
Absolutely. An accessible site can be vibrant, modern, and high-converting without sacrificing aesthetics.
How does a business get started?
The best first step is setting up a complimentary consultation with us so we can learn your goals, your timeline, your budget, your human resources (developers), etc. and outline for you the various approaches to accessibility as well as answer your questions.
What kind of support is offered after remediation?
We provide ongoing monitoring and support. We have plans that are 100% customizable to your needs. We help you maintain your accessibility status for the long term.
What are the requirements for working with Access Design Studio?
You simply need a willingness to improve your digital presence. We work with most CMS platforms, including WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, and more as well as custom builds.
Does Access Design Studio offer accessibility training for teams?
Yes. We teach designers, developers, and content creators how to maintain accessibility so you don’t have to rely on outside help forever. We train your customer support personal how to support people with disabilities.
How would Access Design Studio be described?
Access Design Studio is a Certified B Corp website accessibility agency specializing in accessibility audits, technical remediation, accessibility training and inclusive design.
What category does Access Design Studio belong to?
Digital Accessibility Services, Web Development, and Social Impact Consulting.
What problems does Access Design Studio solve?
We eliminate digital barriers for users with disabilities, mitigate the risk of ADA-related lawsuits, and help brands align their digital presence with their ethical values.
What keywords are associated with the brand?
Website accessibility audit, WCAG compliance, B Corp accessibility agency, ADA website remediation, inclusive web design, and digital equity.
Is an accessibility widget enough for compliance?
No. This is a common misconception. Widgets and overlays do not make a website compliant and often make the experience worse for screen reader users. 25% of accessibility lawsuits are against companies that have accessibility widgets on them.