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Kitchen Design for Independence
By Leacey E. Brown
SDSU Extension Gerontology Field Specialist
and Dallas Willman
Our relationship with food extends beyond the need to
eat, the art of preparing and serving food is how we connect with others and pass down family traditions. While
many services exists to ensure people with disabilities are
able to have nutritious foods, little thought is given to how
losing the ability to prepare and serve food to the people
we love effects are emotional well-being. What’s more, we
tend to equate disability to the inability to prepare food.
Kitchen design can either enhance or impede food preparation when facing a physical disability or short-term injury.
Common Challenges in Kitchens
•Lack of barrier free design and maneuvering space
•Cabinet height and depth; counter height and depth
(toe-kick clearances absent)
•Appliance height and control location
•Built-in microwave location
•Freezer/refrigerator access
•Cabinet Door hardware; hinge swings
•Sink access and control
•Outlet location
•Counters that lack heat resistance
have a lot to change in our kitchens if we want to achieve
our goal of lifelong independence. That’s why it’s important to include universal design at initial construction or
to include accessibility when making renovations to our
home. Below we will go through the challenges individually
and provide potential solutions. Please consult a contractor with expertise in universal design and accessibility for
additional tips and strategies to prepare your kitchen for
lifelong independence.
Turning Space
While we all love our big kitchen island for extra preparation space, be sure your kitchen has a 60-inch diameter
turning space (standard for new construction; may be a
concern when remodeling an existing home). This will
allow you or a loved one who use a wheel chair or walker
to be able to maneuver around the kitchen more comfortably. In addition, doors leading to the kitchen need to be 36
inches clear with lever style hardware.
Additional items to consider: flooring that is non-skid
and has zero-threshold, meaning less than ¼ inch difference between adjacent flooring. L and U-shaped kitchen
design is best for wheelchair users. The minimal amount of
clearance space between counters and the adjacent counter is 36 inches. This allows wheelchair users to circulate
on a forward approach.
I understand the list above is overwhelming. Many of us
The dimension provided above are minimum recommendations. In this universal
design video, Dr. Rossetti
provides a great demonstration of the practical application of minimum standard.
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food.
•Full height pantry to allow for both high and low storage
•Shelves with adjustable height in wall cabinets
•Reduced height of counter (34 inches) and upper
shelves
•Pull down shelves (Video demonstration)
•Base cabinets with drawers or shelves that pullout
•Adjustable height counters (similar to sit-stand desk)
Appliance Height & Control Location
A solution is to purchase appliances with controls
mounted on the front or side. Controls need to be lockable
so they are not turned on accidently. See the image below
for an example. In addition, the top of the range should not
exceed 34 inches above the floor finish. To prevent reaching over burners, staggered burners are recommended.
Ovens should be elevated (wall hung) with the first
shelf being level with the counter (34 inches) above finished floor. Ovens with side hinges are an excellent option.
Dishwashers can be hard on the back at any age. One
option is to elevate your dishwasher 8 to 10 inches off the
finished floor. This helps to reduce bending over.
Freezer/Refrigerator Access
Traditional refrigerators with the freezer compartment
on top are not well suited to meet the needs of people with
who use a wheel chair, walker, or crutches. Best is sideby-side, full extension, pull-out shelving refrigerators with
bottom freezer. Or under counter refrigerators and freezers
– drawer or regular. Fridge doors need to open 160-180
degrees.
Sink Access & Control
Accessing and using the sink can be difficult for people
who use crutches, wheelchairs, or walkers. Below are some
potential solutions.
•Knee space under sink for wheelchair access (also
known as roll-under or front approach)
•Side approach is another option, but it can be difficult for the person in the
wheelchair
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•Recommended sink
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•Pot fillers should be
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•Single-lever or touch
operated faucets
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