The compliance of bathrooms is an especially important aspect of ADA guidelines for both commercial and residential applications. There are rules for toilet measurements, grab bar placement, and clearances that must be taken into consideration.
When entering or exiting a room, we also need to consider the different modes of mobility a space might encounter. With mindful planning, door swings can allow individuals to move more freely between spaces.
From kitchen cabinets, to emergency apparatus, to buttons and door handles, ADA compliance affects many parts of daily life that we may not typically consider. How we create an accessible space is vitally important to its successful functionality.
Having trouble visualizing the purpose and importance of accessibilty in your design? Take a look at these helpful animations provided by the US Access Board.
