Housing: all 397 tips and ideas

397 tips and ideas
	Entrance to wheelchair accessible home Modified home with elevator that also serves as wheelchair accessible entrance
	A string that facilitates turning in bed Simple adaptation that facilitates turning in bed - suitable for persons with disabilities
	Accessible balcony Balcony without threshold facilitates passage for wheelchair users
	Accessible balcony garden Convenient balcony garden adapted to wheelchair users
	Accessible bathroom in vacation home A bathroom addition - summer cottage solution for wheelchair users
	Accessible bathroom with aquarium Being able to look at fish and listen to music passes the time in the bathroom
	Accessible bedroom - a solution for a person who uses a wheelchair
	Accessible boat dock at vacation home Hinged floating dock - suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible clothes closet Wheelchair accessible, easy to see clothes closet
	Accessible desk Narrow desk saves room in crowded spaces.
	Accessible desk Desk with double work surface and accessible control panel for electric outlets
	Accessible entrance An aluminum frame and a platform elevator make an apartment building from the turn of the last century accessible for wheelchair users.
	Accessible faucet Faucet sits on front edge of sink – easily accessible for persons with compromised arm and hand function
	Accessible garden Architect-designed wheelchair accessible garden with raised beds at various heights
	Accessible herb garden Raised beds facilitate gardening especially for wheelchair users.
	Accessible house Well-planned house – suitable for a person with disabilities who has a family and assistants
	Accessible kitchen Accessible kitchen in summer home with room for large family. Several people can cook simultaneously, both standing and wheelchair users.
	Accessible kitchen Kitchen suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible kitchen Functional kitchen for wheelchair users
	Accessible kitchen Convenient kitchen for wheelchair users
	Accessible kitchen Accessible kitchen with adjustable height work surfaces and wall-mounted cabinets – suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible kitchen Well functioning kitchen for a person who uses a wheelchair
	Accessible kitchen Suitable for individuals with extensive disabilities and assistants
	Accessible kitchen Accessible kitchen suitable for a person who uses a wheelchair and for people who are walkers
	Accessible kitchen in newly built house Large kitchen designed for wheelchair users and the entire family
	Accessible kitchen on summer home veranda Instead of adapting the kitchen in the summer home a new kitchen was built on the veranda.
	Accessible kitchen, electric adjustable height Adjustable height kitchen interior for wheelchair users
	Accessible laundry room Practical laundry room for wheelchair users
	Accessible laundry room Practically furnished laundry room with lots of storage - a solution for people who use wheelchairs
	Accessible patio Raising the entire patio to the same level as the house avoids ramps directly in front of the entry door.
	Accessible patio and garden A paved path enables the user to easily drive around the entire house
	Accessible sauna Sauna increases well-being of person with quadriplegia
	Accessible sauna Large sauna planned for electric wheelchair access
	Accessible sauna Accessible sauna - suitable for persons who drive a wheelchair and who easily freeze
	Accessible sauna Simple adaptation in sauna – suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible sauna - with maneuvering space and custom ventilation hatch - suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible shower Shower with custom-designed glass wall – appropriate for wheelchair users.
	Accessible shower stall Shower stall with walls that open and rubber strip - suitable for wheelchair users
	Accessible stacked washer/dryer Stacked washer/dryer works for wheelchair users
	Accessible storage Storage unit with additional open space under roof
	Accessible terrace Accessible terrace
	Adapted bathroom Adapted bathroom in wood
	Adapted bathroom Adapted bathroom in vacation home
	Adapted bathroom Well-functioning adapted bathroom suitable for wheelchair users.
	Adapted bathroom Spacious bathroom adapted for a wheelchair user without any arm or hand function
	Adapted bathroom Adapted bathroom – suitable for a wheelchair user
	Adapted bathroom Spacious and well-planned adapted bathroom for a person who uses a wheelchair and the entire family
	Adapted bathroom Space-saving interior of a bathroom for disabled people
	Adapted bowl for microwave oven Cord attached to a bowl works as handle and enables a person without dexterity to grasp the bowl and move it
	Adapted dining table The table support frame is sawn off to enable wheelchair users to slide their knees under the table.
	Adapted door for wheelchair user Wide doors blend in with the style of the house
	Adapted door for wheelchair users An extra handle close to the door hinges makes it easier for a person who drives a wheelchair to close a door
	Adapted house Wheelchair accessible single-story house with garden
	Adapted house Adapted house - suitable for a person with disabilities who has a family and assistants
	Adapted house Wheelchair-accessible home with many practical details
	Adapted laundry room Well-planned practical laundry room – suitable for wheelchair users
	Adapted oven handle Simple adjustment makes it possible for a person with compromised arm and/or hand function to open an oven door
	Adapted single-family home in the country Wheelchair accessible home with large lot
	Adapted sink cabinet Simple adapted sink cabinet – suitable for wheelchair users
	Adapted summer home Ramp and outdoor kitchen were built to make the summer home wheelchair accessible.
	Adapted wedge cushion for comfortable position on side in bed - suitable for people with disabilities
	Air freshener spray Air freshener spray can make it easier to accept help in intimate situations.
	Air-to-air heat pump maintains even temperature Since persons with high spinal cord injuries frequently do not tolerate excessively high or low temperatures it is important to maintain a constant temperature indoors
	Angled grab bar Angled easy-grip grab bar – suitable in an adapted bathroom
	Attaching sheets Garters prevent sheets from slipping off – appropriate for persons who use electric beds
	Automatic bathroom wastebasket Wastebasket opens without having to touch it – suitable for people with disabilities
	Automatic door opener Automatic door opener with various controls.
	Automatic door opener Automatic door opener suitable for persons who drive a wheelchair
	Balcony with seating, cooking facilities and plants A spacious accessible balcony – an extra room in summer for wheelchair users.
	Basket on wheels for firewood - a simple way for wheelchair users to transport firewood
	Bathroom cabinet in adapted bathroom A wall-hung CD cabinet works well as a bathroom cabinet in tight spaces
	Bathroom in wheelchair accessible single-story home Bathroom with ceiling lift and whirlpool tub
	Bathroom storage Practical storage for persons with limited reach or who use a wheelchair
	Bathroom with elevated toilet and sliding door Sliding doors save room in tight spaces, appropriate for wheelchair users
	Bathtub in adapted bathroom Ordinary bathtub in adapted bathroom – a possibility for people with disabilities
	Bed tray used as computer desk Simple stylish bed tray that facilitates using a laptop while sitting in bed or in an armchair
	Bed with boxspring - ordinary bed may work well for people with disabilities
	Bed, electric adjustable A solution for a double bed when one member of the couple needs an electric bed
	Bedspread with storage compartment Custom-sewn bottom sheet with storage pockets makes it possible for a person with impaired hand function to have access to all accessories to be able to manage independently in bed.
	Bite guard helpful for a good night’s sleep Bite guard can help people who have difficulty turning in bed avoid sleep apnea
	Built-in microwave oven Space-saving installation of microwave oven in accessible kitchen.
	Built-in wall oven in accessible kitchen Telescoping track makes it easy to put food in/take food out of the oven
	Bus system for electrical installations The bus system makes it possible to control all electrical functions in the house from one transmitter; suitable for persons with extensive disabilities
	Carport for electric wheelchair Carport for electric wheelchair ‘Garage’ with remote control.
	Carport for half the car A half carport combined with a car heater that works by remote control is a good solution in winter for persons unable to scrape the windshield
	Cast-iron frying pan on LPG stove Frying pan on LPB stove in adapted outdoor kitchen
	Ceiling fan The ceiling fan helps when it gets too hot in the summer; appropriate for persons who have problems with temperature regulation.
	Ceiling fan Ceiling fan helps persons who have problems regulating body heat to sleep on hot summer nights.
	Ceiling lift between bathroom and bedroom Ceiling lift on track from bathroom to bedroom.
	Ceiling lift in bathroom Used not only as an aid for transfers, but also as an assistive device to enable high quadriplegics to wash.
	Ceiling lift in bedroom Ceiling lift on tracks placed on the ceiling, diagonally across the room.
	Ceramic cooktop in a modified kitchen A flat cooktop facilitates handling of pots and reduces the risk of tipping.
	Chair stairlift Chair stairlift in two-story house with narrow stairway.
	Cleaning cabinet without plinth Cleaning cabinet without plinth allows easy access to shelves and objects while sitting in the wheelchair.
	Closet Closet without plinth and with lowered closet pole, suitable for wheelchair users
	Closet in the bedroom Practically designed bedroom closet – suitable for families where one member uses a wheelchair
	Closet with sliding doors Easily accessible closet suitable for wheelchair users
	Closet with sliding doors Large closet in bedroom with sliding doors and easy-to-see interior
	Closet with sliding doors Spacious accessible closet – suitable for wheelchair users
	Closet without plinth Adapted closet that makes it easier for a person in a wheelchair to come close to pick out clothing and objects
	Clothes closet Accessible clothes closet
	Clothes closet Practical wheelchair-accessible clothes closet
	Clothesline outdoors Clothesline on the balcony – practical for wheelchair users
	Clothing rack with hat shelf Stylish space-saving clothing rack with different heights – suitable for wheelchair users
	Computer desk An adjustable height computer desk is suitable for wheelchair users
	Computer desk with slide-out workspace Convenient computer desk suitable for persons who use a manual wheelchair
	Computer workstation A computer workstation for persons who use their head to control the computer.
	Computer workstation Ergonomic computer workstation – suitable for persons with tetraplegia
	Computer workstation at work Ergonomic computer workstation - suitable for a person with a high spinal cord injury
	Container gardening Wooden containers make gardening easier for wheelchair users
	Control unit for environmental control system Transmitter to control alarm and door opener.
	Control unit for environmental control system IR transmitter used to control automatic doors, lift, balcony door, speaker phone, garage and TV
	Cooktop with knee space underneath Cooktop with room below, appropriate for wheelchair users
	Cooktop with knee space underneath Touch panel on cooktop – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
	Corner cabinet with carousel in accessible kitchen Carousel cabinet makes it easy to see contents and increases accessibility – suitable for wheelchair users
	Corner couch at same height as wheelchair Couch at same height as wheelchair facilitates transfers
	Corner shower with folding doors Shower stall that frees up space in bathroom - suitable for people who drive wheelchairs and need maneuvering space
	Counter cabinet with drawers Easy sliding drawers at the right height are conveniently accessible and appropriate for wheelchair users
	Counter without lower cabinet in accessible kitchen Fixed counter without lower cabinet – appropriate in a kitchen used only by a wheelchair user
	Countertop dishwasher in modified kitchen A countertop dishwasher that fits below a low work surface.
	Covered outdoor ramp Ramp that blends in with environment
	Cushion in lumbar region reduces neurogenic pain A cushion that could help prevent neurogenic pain and spasticity in people with spinal cord injuries
	Custom drawer unit on casters - suitable for adjustable-height counter in custom kitchen
	Custom kitchen Well-designed custom kitchen for a young family with one parent who uses a wheelchair
	Custom-built bathtub in larch wood Larch wood bathtub with broad edge to help with transfers and stops for the feet; suitable for people with disabilities
	Custom-built desk Custom-built desk for persons with limited reach.
	Custom-built, suspended washbasin Practical and aesthetic solution for washbasin that works for wheelchair users with impaired balance.
	Custom-designed bed makes it easier to dress while in bed A wooden board on the long side of the bed serves as a fixed point and provides support for dressing while sitting in bed.
	Custom-designed kitchen Custom-designed kitchen for a person who uses a wheelchair
picture missing	Custom-designed multilevel apartment Open, light custom-designed multilevel apartment for wheelchair user
	Custom-made foam rubber chair cushions - reduces risk of ulcers for people who lack sensation
	Custom-made lounge chair Lounge chair that facilitates transfers for wheelchair users.
	Custom-made positioning cushion Positioning cushion filled with polyester pellets that persons with impaired balance use to be able to sit in bed.
	Customized accessible kitchen Several people can work simultaneously in this kitchen, both wheelchair users and ambulatory persons
	Customized modified kitchen A kitchen designed for a person with a high spinal cord injury
	Desk and dining table close to the kitchen Practical desk and workplace next to the kitchen – suitable for wheelchair users
	Dining table Adjustable legs make it possible to adapt the height of the dining table to the individual - suitable for wheelchair users
	Dining table By pulling out a drawer a wheelchair user can sit at a table that she or he otherwise could not slide in under
	Dining table Large dining table without frame - appropriate for people who drive a wheelchair
	Dishwasher in accessible kitchen Dishwasher placement is important for optimal handling of dishes by persons with disabilities
	Dishwasher in accessible kitchen For persons who cannot reach far it is important that the dishwasher baskets are designed so that all kinds of dishes can be placed toward the front of the baskets
	Dishwasher Miele Slide-out flatware compartment makes it easy to see and sort flatware – suitable for wheelchair users or persons who have difficulties to bend
	Door closer for exterior door A simple solution to close the door after entering or leaving, suitable for wheelchair users
	Door mat with good absorption Easy-care door mat with good absorption - suitable for wheelchair users
	Door opener at work Opening the door is easy with a key card and card reader – suitable for wheelchair users
	Double bed Attractive electrically controlled double bed - suitable for persons with physical disabilities
	Double bed with electric adjustable bottom Electric adjustable bed can be an advantage for people who have problems coughing
	Dresser drawers with handles Handle on dresser drawers appropriate for persons with impaired hand function
	Drinking water directly from the faucet A method for persons with high spinal cord injury to drink water
	Drying rack on casters Portable drying rack on casters is suitable for wheelchair users.
	Duvet closure Duvet can be closed with Velcro
	Easily accessible computer workstation Practical furnished computer workstation for people with extensive disabilities
	Easily accessible mobile storage unit A storage unit on castors can be used to keep many items organized and easily accessible, even for wheelchair users
	Easily accessible storage in modified kitchen Wall hung bracket with s-hooks and storage basket provide easily accessible storage in the modified kitchen.
	Easily accessible storage in modified kitchen Practical food storage in a modified kitchen
	Easy-slide drawers in accessible kitchen The content of the kitchen cabinets is easily organized and easily accessible for wheelchair users
	Electric adjustable cabinet in accessible kitchen Adjustable-height upper cabinet in accessible kitchen
	Electric bed An adjustable electric bed with bed lift is appropriate for persons with a high spinal cord injury
	Electric bed Electric bed equipped with bed lift. The bed has four adjustable sections.
	Electric bed Adjustable height bed with back and foot adjustment; suitable for persons who have difficulties moving in bed
	Electric door lock opener Enables a person with disabilities to unlock a door by pushing a button
	Electric height adjustable desk A large electric height adjustable desk appropriate for persons who use different types of wheelchairs.
	Electric incinerating toilet The electric toilet is a good alternative for a vacation home - suitable for wheelchair users
	Electric space heater Provides extra heat for persons who freeze easily.
	Electric toothbrush Electric toothbrush attached to the side of the wash basin
	Electrically maneuvered cabinet in accessible kitchen Remote-controlled adjustable height upper cabinet in accessible kitchen.
	Electronic door “PeepHole Viewer” - makes it possible to see who is standing outside the door before opening it
	Elevated toilet seat Stable elevated toilet seat appropriate for heavy people with physical disabilities.
	Elevated toilet seat An elevated toilet seat makes it easier for wheelchair users to transfer to and from the toilet.
	Elevator and elevator buttons Control elevator with wheelchair footrests/front wheels – an option for people without arm/hand function
	Elevator in multilevel apartment Installing an elevator makes both floors of a multilevel apartment accessible for wheelchair users
	Elevator in old-fashioned house An elevator that fits in with the style of the house and makes it wheelchair accessible
	Elevator in two-storey home - a solution to make a two-storey home wheelchair accessible
	Entrance telephone Entrance telephone makes it possible to speak with someone standing outside the door and enables to open and lock the door from the bed
	Entrance telephone in night table The entrance telephone is always accessible when the user is in bed – suitable for persons who cannot transfer from the bed independently
	Entrance to house with simple door closer Wheelchair users can close outward-opening doors by using a simple home-made door closer
	Extra support for toilet chair Reinforced water reservoir extends life span of toilet chair used by persons who drive a wheelchair and have poor balance
	Faucet for sink Faucet swings to side to allow user to wash hair
	Fire blanket Accessible fire blanket increases security for persons who have difficulties moving
	Fire extinguisher Reliable and easy to use equipment to extinguish fire.
	Fireplace Fireplace provides extra heat for persons who have a hard time staying warm.
	Floating dock A floating dock guarantees an even height between dock and boat, facilitating transfers for wheelchair users.
	Flower box on wheels Portable flower box on patio - suitable for wheelchair users
	Flower pot on legs Raised flower pot on casters - suitable for wheelchair users
	Freezer with slide-out bins Large freezer in modified kitchen – wheelchair users only reach the lower sliding bins
	Furniture on casters Furniture on casters is easy to move – suitable for wheelchair users
	Garage adapted to minivan In order to avoid a slope for the car ramp, the level of the ground at the side of the garage was raised to the same level as the floor of the car – suitable for persons with compromised arm function
	Garage in adapted house Garage for minivan in adapted house
	Garage in adapted house Two-car garage with direct entry to the house – suitable for people with disabilities who drive a van with ramp on the side
	Garage that still works during power failure Through a simple modified door, the user can leave the garage even in a power failure
	Garage with plentiful storage A small garage is arranged so that it is suitable for a wheelchair user
	Garden tools Short-handled garden tools work best when working in easily accessible raised beds
	Gewa Progress - advanced remote control Well arranged, high-capacity infrared transmitter for environmental control system
	Glassed-in patio Glassed-in patio with ramps for wheelchair users
	Glassed-in patio with infrared heating A glassed-in patio allows people who freeze easily to be outdoors on chilly days and evenings – suitable for wheelchair users
	Glassed-in terrace Spacious terrace in wheelchair accessible house
	Grab bar as door closer - a simple way to close doors - suitable for wheelchair users
	Guest bathroom with accessible shower stall Shower stall with folding walls, without plinth
	Hall in adapted house Highly absorbent mat and hall bureau - suitable for wheelchair users
	Hand shower Hand shower at wash basin
	Handle for refrigerator and freezer A handle that makes it easier to open the refrigerator and freezer – suitable for people with impaired hand function
	Handle on door as door closer A handle on the door makes it possible for a wheelchair user to close the door after entering or leaving room
	Heating pad with timer Heating pad with timer warms the bed
	High bed with play area High crib makes it easier for a parent who uses a wheelchair to communicate with their child
	Holder for clutching tongs Clutching tongs stored in a holder are readily accessible - suitable for wheelchair users
	Holder for transmitter of environmental control The transmitter sits on a strap that holds the thighs together.
	Homemade raised beds Accessible raised beds that also work as greenhouses
	Hook for kitchen towel Easy-to-use kitchen towel hook for persons with impaired hand function
	House entrance Entrance to adapted house
	Individually modified kitchen The user chose fixed low work surfaces. The closer the work surface to the knees, the better she can work independently in the kitchen.
	Indoor threshold ramp Threshold ramp that protects parquet floor
	Irrigation of raised beds Drip and sweat hoses – simple way for wheelchair users to water the garden
	Key holder Practical key holder with magnets – suitable for people with impaired hand function
	Kitchen - partly accessible for people with disabilities Kitchen with many countertops - a possibility to make it easier for wheelchairusers to manage in a regular kitchen
	Kitchen cabinet in accessible kitchen The tall cabinets contain many shelves (the lower ones) that are accessible for wheelchair users
	Kitchen table This table has room for one or several persons with wheelchairs
	Knife block suitable for persons with impaired grip A knife block in which knives are placed horizontally is suitable for persons with impaired grip.
	Large mirror on casters A mirror is an important assistive device for correcting seated position - suitable for persons who lack sensation
	Locking knob that makes it easier to open door lock Assistive device for persons with impaired hand function to be able to handle a locking knob
	Low lock catch for front door Low lock catch for front door facilitates for wheelchair users
	Low shelf for magazine storage A low shelf with open compartments is easily accessible for wheelchair users
	Low window in accessible living room Low windows provide a good view for wheelchair users
	Low-mounted electrical box with circuit breakers - Suitable for wheelchair users
	Low-tech door closer Solution enables wheelchair users to close doors that open outwards after coming inside
	Magazine holder with handle A modification that enables persons with physical disabilities and impaired hand function to handle magazine holders.
	Make-up table for wheelchair-bound persons Individually designed make-up table for wheelchair users.
	Mechanical elevator opener An emergency solution that makes it possible for a user in a wheelchair with impaired hand function to open the elevator door from the inside, if this should not occur automatically
	Microwave installed above oven A microwave that is only used to heat food can be placed above the oven, even in an accessible kitchen.
	Microwave oven People without active hand function can independently heat food and prepare coffee in the microwave.
	Microwave oven Large handle on microwave oven – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
	Microwave oven Position of microwave oven in accessible kitchen
	Microwave oven on sliding board Microwave oven on sliding board – a solution for wheelchair users who have limited reach
	Microwave oven with door hinged at bottom The microwave oven door can be used to put things on – appropriate for wheelchair users
	Microwave oven with easy-grip handle The handle is the deciding factor for choice of microwave oven for persons with impaired grip.
	Minigarage for electric wheelchair, "bread bin" - dry, frost-free storage for electric wheelchairs and other aids
	Mobile laundry basket Laundry basket on casters is convenient for wheelchair users
	Mobile shower/toilet chair on casters Combined shower and toilet chair on castors
	Modified barrel sauna - accessible for wheelchair users
	Modified bedside table Practical storage drawer on bedside table
	Modified garage Modified garage for a person who drives a minivan equipped with a ramp on the side
	Modified kitchen table A round table with a pedestal leg in the middle can be suitable for wheelchair users
	Natural garden Accessible natural garden
	Open and close terrace door in adapted house A simple modification enables a person with a high spinal cord injury to open and close a sliding door without assistance
	Organized tool storage Tools mounted at right height – organized and easily accessible for wheelchair users.
	Outdoor clothes dryer Outdoor clothes dryer placed so a wheelchair user can hang laundry
	Outdoor furniture Outdoor furniture suitable for persons who use electric wheelchair
	Outdoor lift Outdoor lift – a simple way to get to a garden on a slope
	Oven Oven placed at just the right height for a person sitting in a wheelchair.
	Oven and microwave in custom kitchen Positioning option for wheelchair users
	Oven in modified kitchen Oven with side-opening door makes it easier for wheelchair users with impaired balance to remove hot bakeware from the oven.
	Oven in modified kitchen The oven door, which opens downwards, protects the user if she should drop something hot when removing food from the oven.
	Oven in modified kitchen Oven with side-hinged door makes it easier for wheelchair users with impaired balance to place bakeware in oven and to remove it
	Oven in modified kitchen Oven on counter works for a person who uses a wheelchair
	Oven with side-hinged oven door Side-hinged oven with easy-grip handle, installed at wheelchair height
	Pantry with slide-out storage Pantry with slide-out storage suitable for accessible kitchen.
	Pantry with slide-out storage Pantry with slide-out storage appropriate for accessible kitchen
	Pantry with slide-out storage Easily visible and accessible pantry – suitable for wheelchair users
	Paper storage at workstation Storage in drawers provides easy access to paper and documents – suitable for persons with limited reach
	Paper storage in workroom Paper and documents stored in drawers are convenient and easy to see – suitable for persons with limited reach
	Path between garage and house in accessible housing Short dry path between house and garage – important for persons who use electric wheelchairs and who drive cars
	Paths Stone-dust paths in wheelchair accessible garden
	Pivot-hung window - suitable for wheelchair users
	Pivoting water faucet with long range Wall-hung kitchen faucet with long range appropriate for people with disabilities
	Placement of dishwasher Careful planning of dishwasher placement makes it possible to load and unload dishes without having to move – suitable for wheelchair users
	Positioning cushion that can support the entire body – provides firm support and reduces shoulder pain
	Positioning cushions in bed Positioning cushions to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities
	Practical spice storage in modified kitchen Easily accessible spice storage in clear view
	Projector clock Assistive device suitable for persons with extensive disabilities
	Pull-out pantry Easy to reach things and well-arranged. Good choice for wheelchair users.
	Pullout spray faucet in accessible kitchen Pullout spray faucet makes kitchen work easier for persons with impaired hand or arm function
	Railing along path Railing along path helps persons with impaired gait
	Raised beds from pallet collars Easy to make, simple accessible raised beds
	Raised garden beds Easily accessible raised garden beds for wheelchair users
	Ramp at apartment door Threshold ramps to apartment door with anti-slip protection
	Ramp at entrance Aluminum wheelchair ramp by entrance door
	Ramp between patio and garden Ramp to the garden - suitable for wheelchair users
	Ramp by balcony Wooden ramp with anti-slip protection
	Ramp by terrace Wooden ramp for vacation home terrace
	Ramp construction in garden Wooden ramps and deck structures make a garden in the archipelago wheelchair-accessible
	Ramp design, exit to garden A ramp design with built-in seating area leads from the kitchen to the garden
	Ramp to balcony Aluminum wheelchair ramp to balcony door
	Ramp to garden Ramp across ditch on a wheelchair-accessible lot
	Ramp to patio Simple adaptation for a person who drives a wheelchair - makes it possible to move with assistance to and from a patio
	Ramp to patio Tasteful ramp design with multiple turns makes a house wheelchair accessible
	Ramp to vacation home Wooden ramp with railing
	Recliner armchair Comfortable armchair used for working and resting
	Refrigerator and freezer in accessible kitchen Refrigerator and freezer with large handles at the right height for wheelchair users
	Refrigerator and freezer in accessible kitchen Counter space next to the refrigerator makes it easy to remove things and put them away - appropriate for wheelchair users.
	Refrigerator and freezer in accessible kitchen It is important to place things where a wheelchair user can reach them
	Refrigerator and freezer in accessible kitchen Refrigerator and freezer with large easy-grip handles – appropriate for persons with impaired hand function
	Refrigerator and freezer with pull-out doors and shelves Refrigerator and freezer with pull-out doors and shelves work well for wheelchair-bound persons with impaired balance.
	Remote control for garage door Remote control for garage door - appropriate for people with disabilities who drive
	Residential garden Residential garden with raised beds
	Riding lawnmower Wheelchair user can mow lawn with an MTD riding lawnmower
	Rotating bathroom cabinet with mirror Practical space-saving rotating bathroom cabinet, with mirror, shelves and open floor space – suitable for wheelchair users
	Rotating bookcase on casters Practical space-saving bookcase – suitable for persons with limited reach
	Rubbish cabinet on wheels Storage unit on casters with rubbish sorting that fits under adjustable-height counter in adapted kitchen
	Seating with folding table Folding table – a place to sit in the sun
	Separate cabinet with storage drawers and counter Custom-built separate cabinet is easily accessible and practical for wheelchair users
	Shade against light An assistive device to avoid being disturbed by light at night - suitable for persons who have help from personal assistants
	Shaft elevator in accessible house Shaft elevator in 2-storey house – suitable assistive device for wheelchair users
	Shallow washbasin with counterspace A shallow washbasin works well for wheelchair users with limited reach
	Sheet for urinary incontinence Sheet to have at home or while traveling, useful for persons with urinary incontinence.
	Shower basket with suction cups Practical organizer for shower accessories – suitable for people with disabilities
	Shower chair with customized armrest Appropriate for persons who do not have arm or hand function.
	Shower chair with soft back and swinging armrest A small shower chair that helps maintain balance.
	Shower handle A long and stable shower hose together with a convenient shower nozzle - suitable for people who shower while sitting on a shower chair
	Shower stall with doors Shower stall with doors that seal directly against the floor is a good solution for wheelchair users.
	Side-hinged oven with extra magnets Even if the oven is not installed in a cabinet it works well for wheelchair users with reasonable hand and arm function.
	Simple mechanical door closer Simple solution for wheelchair users to close outward-opening doors
	Simple mechanical door closer Simple solution to close an outward opening door from inside - suitable for wheelchair users
	Single-lever faucet with good ergonomic design Good sink faucet handle for persons with impaired hand function
	Sink at different heights Placement of sink and drawers in adapted bathroom
	Sink in accessible kitchen Sink works well for wheelchair users and persons with impaired balance.
	Sliding door A sliding door is easy to use and convenient for a person who uses a wheelchair.
	Sliding door to bathroom Sliding doors save space and are suitable for wheelchair users.
	Sliding door to bedroom, etc Sliding door with large handles – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired hand function
	Sliding doors in accessible housing - convenient and space saving - suitable for wheelchair users
	Small chair for shower with armrest and back Space-saving solution for persons with high spinal cord injuries who have a ceiling lift in the bathroom.
	Small lightweight coffee table The coffee table is lightweight and easy to move - suitable for wheelchair users
	Spacious bathroom Bathroom with room to move around – suitable for wheelchair users
	Spacious bathroom accessible to the entire family Spacious bathroom - suitable for persons who need assistance in order to shower
	Spacious kitchen Spacious kitchen in accessible house
	Spacious kitchen in accessible house Kitchen with plenty of room - suitable for electric wheelchair users
	Spacious light bedroom Spacious light bedroom – suitable for persons with disabilities who need to spend much of their time in bed
	Spacious living room Spacious living room with glass walls on two sides – suitable for wheelchair users
	Specially designed counter in accessible kitchen Standalone counter with knee space increases workspace
	Specially designed washbasin Pull-out washbasin next to toilet chair for convenient toileting for people with disabilities
	Spring mattress with hard edge Specially ordered hard edge in the spring mattress facilitates transfers for wheelchair-bound persons with impaired balance.
	Squeegee with short handle Squeegee and sloping bathroom floor make it easier to wipe dry after a shower - suitable for wheelchair users
	Stainless steel container for household compost Odorless household compost container on counter.
	Stairlift safety - user always has an alarm with him when riding on stairlift
	Stairlift with chair Stairlift with chair - can make a two-storey house with narrow stairwells wheelchair-accessible
	Stairlift with platform Stairlift that travels over 3 floors in a slightly curved stairway; for wheelchair users.
	Stand on casters for catherization materials Stand next to the bed allows independent self-catherization.
	Standard table with custom legs - an option for wheelchair users
	Storage area adjacent to bedroom Organized storage area - suitable for persons who need assistive devices and hygiene products
	Storage bin on casters Toy storage bin on casters is appropriate for parents with disabilities who have young children
	Storage containers for persons with impaired grip Practical food storage for persons with impaired grip.
	Storage crate on casters Storage crate on casters – easy to move for wheelchair users
	Storage for draining materials Bureau with drawers is easily accessible and easy to see for wheelchair users.
	Storage for wheelchair and other assistive devices People with disabilities need room for storage
	Storage furniture for toys Lightweight portable storage furniture is convenient for wheelchair users
	Storage of household utensils and food Easy to see and easily accessible kitchen drawer – appropriate for wheelchair users
	Storage place for electric wheelchair Storage place for Permobil in garage
	Storage room Practical storage adjacent to bedroom – suitable for wheelchair users
	Storage unit in accessible kitchen Mobile drawers on track
	Storage unit on casters Practical portable open storage unit in bathroom
	Storage unit on casters under workspace with knee access Convenient mobile storage units work well in accessible kitchens.
	Storage unit on casters with recycling bins Storage unit on casters with practical recycling bins for sorting waste. The unit is heavy to move.
	Storage units on casters in accessible kitchen Provides accessible storage for persons with limited reach
picture missing	Summer home Totally refurbished wheelchair-accessible summer home
	Tealight holder Tealight holder that can easily be moved or placed by a person sitting in a wheelchair who has impaired hand function
	Thermometer and clock on wheelchair A thermometer and clock that are always accessible
	Threshold ramp - facilitates moving over thresholds for wheelchair users
	Tiled patios Paving or tiles increases accessibility for persons who have compromised arm strength and use a manual wheelchair
	Toilet chair that is 7 cm shorter Solution for modified bathroom with crowded space.
	Toilet facilities with elevated toilet Elevated toilet facilitates transfers for wheelchair users
	Toilet in adapted bathroom Wall-mounted toilet with folding armrest – suitable for wheelchair users
	Toilet seat with flush function Toilet seat that facilitates bathroom visits and personal hygiene for persons with impaired hand function
	Towel rack with pivoting arms Space-saving towel rack for many towels
	Transfer from wheelchair to bathtub Transfer to bathtub using an ordinary chair
	Transfer to whirlpool bath - an option for wheelchair users with strong arms
	Transfers between wheelchair and shower stool The wheelchair is locked to the shower stool for secure transfers.
	Transparent storage boxes - help keep things organized and easy to find for people who can't take boxes down from a shelf - suitable for wheelchair users and/or people with poor hand function
	Transparent storage boxes - suitable for wheelchair users
	Tray Plastic lid for microwave oven – suitable as a tray for wheelchair users
	TV in bedroom Mounting the TV on the wall makes it easy to watch TV while lying in bed - suitable for persons who have to spend a lot of time in bed
	Two-piece refrigerator and freezer in custom kitchen - a practical solution for wheelchair users
	Universal knob for doors, stove and lock Portable and adapted handle that enlarges and therefore makes it easier for a person with impaired hand function to twist/open/close various types of lock and stove knobs.
	Vacation home terrace A wood terrace that makes a vacation home wheelchair accessible
	Wall-mounted bathroom cabinet Wall-mounted bathroom cabinet for easier cleaning.
	Wall-mounted shower chair Stable, convenient and space-saving shower chair – suitable for wheelchair users
	Wall-mounted shower stool with armrest Stable wall-mounted shower stool for easy transfers with sliding board
	Wall-mounted soap dispenser Easy-to-use soap dispenser – appropriate for persons with impaired hand function
	Washbasin cabinet in adapted bathroom Washbasin cabinet with curtain and shelf with cut-out section make it easier for wheelchair users to come close and maintain balance
	Washbasin in adapted bathroom Built-in washbasin with easily accessible low bathroom cabinets – suitable for wheelchair users
	Washing machine on pedestal Elevated washing machine makes it easier for wheelchair users to do laundry
	Waste-sorting cabinet Practical waste-sorting cabinet that opens automatically
	Wastebasket with swing-top lid - suitable for wheelchair users
	Watering accessible raised beds Watering system that can be handled by a wheelchair user
	Well-planned wood terrace Large easily accessible wood terrace that makes it possible for a wheelchair user to easily spend time outdoors on a sloping lot
	Wheelchair accessible bathroom Curtain in front of the window at the shower protects the window from moisture - an option to have an open shower area next to a window
	Wheelchair accessible country home Country home with accessible garden
	Wheelchair accessible house Successful modification of old two-story home
	Wheelchair accessible path to dock A power wheelchair works best on gravel path by lake
	Wheelchair accessible sauna An accessible sauna that can be used while sitting on a shower chair on casters
	Wheelchair accessible sauna A sauna large enough to accommodate a wheelchair
	Whirlpool tub A hot bath can help persons who find it difficult to stay warm and have problems with spasticity
	Widening doorway A method to widen a doorway in tight spaces - suitable for wheelchair users
	Window opener Remote control electric window opener
	Wooden deck Spacious wooden deck outside single-family home – suitable for wheelchair users
	Wooden deck outside adapted house Spacious wooden deck suitable for wheelchair users
	Work table Work table suitable for wheelchair users
	Workplace at home Workplace for a person with high spinal cord injury allows user to work from home
	Workroom Simple and convenient workplace – suitable for wheelchair users
	Workroom with computer workstation Workroom with computer workstation for a person who controls the computer with a head mouse

Do you have questions or your own solutions? Please contact Dorothee Riedel, spinalistips@spinalis.se.

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