Rental homes
Kitchen Accessible Layout for Rental homes
Review the complete journey from arrival to use and exit. Check what people need to see, reach, turn around or operate.
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Walkthrough checklist
- Walk the route from the actual building approach, including thresholds, doors and level changes.
- Identify functions that need an approachable position and reachable controls, and check them with users.
- Check furniture, contrast and signage against applicable accessibility requirements with the project professional.
Worked example
A resident using a mobility aid needs to reach the sink and everyday dishes without crossing a crowded work zone.
Walk the complete entry-to-sink route with the aid, then place frequently used dishes at a reachable counter-side storage point.
How to test it
Repeat the walkthrough after furniture is placed and verify the finished design against the applicable local standards.
Apply it to this space
- Layout
- Keep movable prep and pantry storage clear of appliance access and the cooking route.
- Detail
- Use freestanding carts, removable shelf liners and plug-in task lights where appropriate.
- Trade-off
- Portable additions avoid permanent changes but can reduce already tight aisle space.
- Confirm what may be attached or altered
- Measure appliance access before adding carts
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