Accessibility is considered too late
Issues are being discovered after decisions have already become expensive to change.
Accessibility Design Review
Independent review of your designs to identify accessibility issues before development begins, reducing rework and supporting accessible product delivery.
Fixed Price
£1,995 + VATor PAYG
Designed for
- One product or feature
- Design files or prototypes
- Desktop and mobile designs
- Accessibility-first review
- Two-week engagement
Need something different? Larger or more complex projects are usually better suited to a bespoke engagement.
How do I know if my project is the right fit? ↓What an accessibility design review actually is
The cheapest accessibility issue to fix is the one you never build.
An Accessibility Design Review evaluates concepts, wireframes, prototypes or completed designs before development begins.
Rather than waiting for accessibility issues to appear in production, the engagement identifies barriers while changes remain quick and inexpensive to make.
You’ll leave with practical recommendations that help your team build accessibility into the product from the beginning.
Common problems
Design decisions create unnecessary barriers
Layouts, interactions or content choices may make the product harder to use.
Teams are unsure whether designs are accessible
You need confidence before designs move into development.
You’re preparing for development
Review accessibility while changes are still quick and inexpensive to make.
Why work with me
Accessibility should be designed in, not added later.
Many accessibility problems begin during design rather than development.
I combine accessibility, UX and product thinking to identify issues early, helping organisations reduce rework and deliver more inclusive digital products.
You’ll leave with greater confidence before development begins.
Is this right for you?
- 01
You’re preparing for development
Review designs before accessibility issues are built into the product.
- 02
You want to reduce accessibility issues later
Identify barriers while they are still quick and inexpensive to change.
- 03
Your team needs confidence
Get independent accessibility feedback before development begins.
- 04
Accessibility is part of your design process
Strengthen inclusive design decisions before implementation.
What you’ll receive
Kick-off session
A focused discussion to understand your designs, product goals and accessibility priorities.
Accessibility design review
Independent review of concepts, wireframes, prototypes or completed designs.
Design accessibility analysis
Assessment of design decisions, interaction patterns, content, hierarchy and accessibility risks.
Prioritised recommendations
Clear improvements ranked by accessibility impact and effort to address before development.
Playback session
A collaborative walkthrough of findings and recommended design improvements.
Written summary
A concise document supporting design refinement and accessible product delivery.
What’s not included
- Full accessibility audit of a live product
- User research with participants
- Design production
- Development support
- Legal compliance certification
Example deliverables
01
Accessibility Design Review report
A structured review of design accessibility issues with findings and recommendations.
02
Design accessibility analysis
Summary of accessibility barriers, design risks and improvement opportunities.
03
Prioritised recommendations
Practical improvements explaining what should change before development begins.
04
Prioritised action plan
Next steps ready for design refinement or development planning.
Typical timeline
Week 1
Kick-off and design review
Kick-off, design review and accessibility assessment.
Week 2
Playback and recommendations
Playback, recommendations and next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of designs is this designed for?
Every Accessibility Design Review focuses on one product, feature or design system. Typical examples include: • High-fidelity designs. • Interactive prototypes. • Design systems. • SaaS products. • Mobile applications. Larger or more complex projects are usually better suited to a bespoke engagement.
Is this different from an Accessibility Review?
Yes. An Accessibility Review evaluates an existing product. An Accessibility Design Review evaluates designs before development begins.
Do developers need to be involved?
No. The engagement is intended to identify accessibility issues before development starts, although development teams often benefit from the recommendations.
What happens after the review?
You’ll receive practical recommendations explaining which accessibility improvements should be made before development begins.
Where are you based?
I’m based in Manchester, UK and work with organisations across the UK, Europe and internationally. Most projects are delivered remotely, although I’m happy to travel for workshops, stakeholder sessions and key project milestones where required.
Do you work remotely?
Yes. Most projects are delivered remotely using Microsoft Teams, Google Meet or Zoom. Working remotely allows me to support organisations across the UK and internationally while remaining flexible and cost-effective.
Will I work directly with you?
Yes. Every project is delivered by me. If additional specialist support is ever needed, I’ll discuss it with you first, but you’ll always work directly with me throughout the project.
Can you work alongside our existing team?
Absolutely. Many clients already have designers, researchers, developers or product managers in place. I can provide additional capacity, independent advice or senior support without disrupting the way your team already works.
Do you only work with large organisations?
No. I’ve worked with startups, SMEs, agencies, charities, public sector organisations and global enterprises. Every engagement is tailored to the size, complexity and goals of the organisation.
What if my project doesn’t fit one of your fixed engagements?
The fixed engagements are designed around the most common types of engagement. If your project requires something different, I’ll create a bespoke proposal based on your goals, timescales and scope.
How quickly can you start?
Availability varies throughout the year, but many fixed engagements can begin within one to two weeks. If you have an urgent requirement, let me know and I’ll always do my best to accommodate it.
Do you sign NDAs and work with confidential information?
Yes. Much of my work has involved commercially sensitive products, government services and confidential research. I’m happy to sign NDAs and regularly work with organisations where confidentiality is essential.
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I had a fantastic experience working with Andy. One of his most impressive achievements during our time at NHS HEE was masterminding a deeply complex information architecture for a new platform that brought together a large number of legacy websites.
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If you want to identify accessibility issues before they’re built into your product, let’s discuss whether an Accessibility Design Review is the right place to start.