When discussing accessibility in the kitchen, initial thoughts go to devices that make hard-to-reach spaces more easily accessed. Today’s interior cabinet fittings are a marvel of engineering, with pullouts that use every inch of space, custom-designed to hold items such as spices, bottles, cans, dishes, cutlery and more.
But accessible design goes beyond the interior of cabinets, with the call to safety among the top priorities. Cooking surfaces, countertops with movement, ovens and hoods with WiFi connectivity, and non-slip flooring are among the items that also fit into the category of accessible design, making the kitchen function for all family members of all abilities.
Among the latest trends in accessible kitchen design are:
- Touch- and voice-controlled faucets and those that provide easy toggling between functions provide ease of use for homeowners.
- Smart cooking appliances that can be controlled and monitored via app allow the user to adjust temperatures and monitor the cooking process.
- Non-slip surfaces and pronounced designs provide safety when moving around the kitchen and dealing with depth-perception issues.
- Refrigerators and faucets with automatic measured dispensing aid in precise work and prevent accidental spills.
- Interior drawer and cabinet systems deliver more sophisticated operation, with electric push-to-open options and interior LED lighting providing better access and visibility.
- Induction cooktops stay cool to the touch, providing safer operation when working above the cooktop.
With full surface induction technology, Gaggenau’s induction cooktop allows placement of cookware of all shapes and sizes anywhere within the cooking surface. The cooktops are available in 12″, 15″, 24″, 30″ and 36″ widths, with the 30″ and 36″ versions …
Hardware Resources’ new rollout cabinet organizers includes the Bottle Rollout for organizing water bottles. It features a double-drawer configuration that allows the top drawer to be pushed back and out of the way for easy access to the bottom drawer. …
The Base Blind Corner Cabinet Superior Pullout, available from Wellborn Cabinet for its base cabinets, allows homeowners to use and access every inch of available space in the corner cabinet, states the firm. Made in the U.S., this pullout provides …
Samsung’s Bespoke AI Wall Oven sports a sleek and modern design, advanced cooking capabilities and innovative connectivity, according to the firm. The oven’s 7″ color LCD screen and digital touch controls allow the user to check the status of what …
The Space Tower from Blum combines LEGRABOX interior roll-outs to create a pantry solution. With Space Tower, roll-outs can be opened individually, giving homeowners clear visibility and direct access to storage goods from the sides, front and top of the …
The Descanso Works Kitchen Series, an extension of the Descanso Kitchen Collection from California Faucets, showcases vintage-inspired, valve-style lever handles drawn from the look of authentic mid-century design. The sturdy yet easy-to-turn lever handles hark back to the types of …
With Tavinea Optima, Grass America introduces a comprehensive interior drawer system for its Nova Pro Scala 186mm and 250mm deep drawer systems. The dividers are cut to width and custom fitted to the drawer using spring-loaded tension clips. Subdividing profiles …
Richelieu’ Riverso Two-Way Sliding Drawer System optimizes flow from room to room, reducing unnecessary movement, notes the company. The concealed, two-way drawer system enables a drawer to be opened from both sides of the cabinet. When one side is open, …
Giving drawers even better function, the AvanTech YOU drawer system from Hettich now offers signature lighting. Easily clipping into place, a designer profile illuminates open drawers on the inside in 4,000K LED lighting or makes an eye-catching feature on the …
The Purist Suspend kitchen faucet by Kohler can be mounted from the ceiling and features a waterproof remote puck for wireless use. The hose can be adjusted to preferred ceiling or hanging height and stay in that position, allowing the …