Designing a Functional Layout of a Kitchen for Persons with Disabilities – Concept of Optimal Access Points
Abstract Strategies of designing a kitchen for persons with disabilities changed under the influence of a growing range of available household appliances, fashions and trends as well as available equipment assisting and supporting mobility of disabled persons. Verified designing methods as per working triangle and functional zones are often applied in modern interior design. Experimental research carried out indicates to the suitability of the new concept based on designation of the points of optimal access to kitchen equipment and storage zones. This concept limits the necessity of moving and the user is able to perform a few interrelated activities themselves.