In The Kitchen
Designing a new kitchen or adapting an existing one for accessibility requires careful consideration and planning to ensure that your needs are met.
Accessible Kitchen Planning
Things to consider
When planning for an accessible kitchen, it’s important to consider the requirements of everyone who’ll be using it. A kitchen is not just a place for cooking and eating, it’s also a sociable space for gathering and simply spending time together as a family. So with that in mind, here are a few tips to help you plan your ideal kitchen:
- Choose the right layout making sure this is accessible
- Look for kitchen manufacturers who can install height adjustable furniture
- Create a safe preparation and cooking area
- Consider appliance safety
- Ensure generous storage
- Look to the future for any changing needs
Popular Adaptations:
- Boiling water taps
- Drop down cupboards
- Slide and hide ovens
- Flexible taps
Some of our beneficiaries have had their kitchens designed with their specific needs in mind - take a look at their stories.
Useful websites:
Ropox - manufacturer of height adjustable kitchen furniture
Kitchen gadgets
Lakeland OXO Storage Jar
Easy to open and close, airtight storage jars.
Tefal Actifry Advance
Make your favourite fried food healthier by cooking healthier versions of unhealthy food. You can make anything from chips to the fluffiest pancakes.
Emson EZ Cracker
Put an egg into the cradle and squeeze to release the egg from its shell, leaving the shell behind. Also has an attachment to separate egg whites from yolks.
