Refrigerator/Preparation Center Tips
[ ] Give preference to side-by-side or French door refrigerators since they place both refrigerated and frozen sections at an easily accessible height.
[ ] Consider quick access doors to eliminate having to open the unit entirely making it easier to access most used items.
[ ] Choose ice’n'water dispensers in the door as they require less hand strength and coordination.
[ ] Consider refrigerator drawers in multiple locations, placing more storage within the reach of most cooks.
[ ] Install a built-in jar opener for people with arthritis or less strength in their hands.
[ ] Install plug strips at a convenient location to eliminate a potential long reach for those with limited mobility.
[ ] Block out base cabinets to increase counter depth and keep most used items on counter, in tambours at the back to create easy access.
[ ] Vary work counter heights, or include a pull out work surface at a lower height.
[ ] Plan an open knee space or a lowered pull-out work surface next to the refrigerator for seated users (better to plan this across from a side by side or French door model).
[ ] Use a minimum 180 degree door swing for best access.
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