Luxury homes and aging in place are very compatible from a design standpoint! We all want our kitchens to be welcoming gathering spots in our homes.
- First address lighting – Use under-cabinet and in-cabinet to highlight details then recessed ceiling cans and pendants over the island to create layered looks that can be individually switched on.
- Drawers in cabinets or banks of drawers make access and visibility easier. I have three banks of drawers and pull out drawers behind doors, including the recycling drawer, 3 office drawers (It would be better if one of these was a file drawer for kitchen related appliances and recipe info.), spices, baking, pots and pans.
- A lazy susan in the corner is another convenience.
- Set 48” paths in kitchen walkways wherever possible. If there isn’t enough space for 48” on all sides then it is fine to use 36” in combination. They don’t all have to be the same, ask a designer to help with the balance.
- Lever handles are easier than knobs. Now the touch-activated faucets offer another easy option.
- Grab bars can double as towel bars. There are pretty options!
- Areas lowered to chair height also work for wheelchairs.
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