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Universal Design Housing Solutions for all Ages and Abilities

Home Assessments Kitchens

Lowered microwave

A lower microwave is a Universal Design feature to make taking out hot dishes less dangerous and less likely to spill.

Sink with lever handle and pull faucet

A Universal Design sink with a lever handle and moveable spout for easy use.

Stove with front controls

A stove with easy to read and use front controls is a safety feature.

Rollout shelving

Courtney Burnett showing the ease of rollout shelves.


Raised Dishwasher

A raised dishwasher is easy to load without bending and makes washing the dishes less of a hassle.

D shape kitchen handles

D shaped handles are a good feature for easy use in opening cabinets for everyone

Side-by-side refrigerator

A side-by-side refrigerator allows someone at any height to be able to use both the fridge and freezer. Also a raised oven is a Universal Design feature that allows someone to use it without unnecessary bending.