A shelf next to the door, no step entrances, wide doorways and handles instead of a knob are all features that benefit everyone. Being able to roll under the stove and the sink do not affect a kitchen’s usability, and are not expensive. It’s way past time to simply build in the features that mean a home can be lived in by anyone!
These photos are from Glen Brook in Medway. Pictured are an accessible apartment being built in this affordable apartment complex. While the new laws address old buildings, these photos show that the accessible features are uncomplicated. 30+ years after the ADA has been adequate time to put these improvements everywhere.
