Design Ideas: Functional Kitchens

The primary objective in a functional kitchen is to create an efficient, effective work environment where even the most mundane of kitchen tasks are made easier. Consider these tips:

• Lower cabinets over countertops and choose lever or loop-type handles.
• Install lazy susans and pull-out shelves with cutouts to hold bowls; use rolling carts to improve functionality.
• Create knee space under countertops to accommodate a person sitting in a chair or wheelchair; knee space under a sink can be accomplished by utilizing a sink with a rear drain.
• Locate light switches at a lower height while raising electrical receptacles 15 to 18 inches above the floor.

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