Accessible Bedroom for Independent Living
Accessibility in the bedroom is crucial to promote independent living, especially for individuals with mobility challenges or disabilities. Prioritizing accessibility in bedroom design fosters a sense of independence and enhances the quality of life for all occupants.
Client requested to renovate the existing living hall in their bungalow house and convert it into an accessible bedroom. The client’s requirement is to make the room her safe space with features similar to a studio apartment unit.
It has a built-in island bed design incorporated with a functional bed head, an accessible wardrobe with sufficient width for wheelchair turning radius.
This unit also has an open toilet concept positioned close to the bed and pantry area, an accessible pantry and fridge, and a husband’s working zone. There is also a spacious TV area complete with a sofa.
The priority is given to ensure that critical zoning and pathways are accessible for wheelchair turning movements.
This project features a wider door size that open outwards, and switches at an accessible height of 1000mm. We also encourage the client to use smart switch devices that can connect with apps and remote controls to minimize travel. Hand rails, horizontal and vertical grab bars are installed for ease of movement and to minimize chances for accidents to occur.
Shah Alam, Selangor.
Proposal
2024
01 / accessible bedroom with sufficient wheelchair turning radius
02 / unobstructed 1000mm pathway for wheelchair access
03 / headboard storage space to keep daily necessities such as medicine, water bottle, phone and tab charging point
04 / pantry countertop designed at adequate height to allow ease of use
05 / handrail designed to assist accessibility
06 / switches are installed at accessible height for wheelchair user
07 / same-height floor transition to provide smooth shift between spaces
08 / installation of horizontal grab bar and adjustable grab bar on both side of the toilet
09 / barrier-free bathroom features a bench, vertical and horizontal grab bars, and usage of hand held shower
10 / before construction: to convert existing living hall to a bedroom
11 / before construction: to construct new bathroom in existing space
003060498-M
CONTACT US
Where We Are
Jalan Cempaka, Kampung Kenanga, 48000 Rawang, Selangor.
SE.BULAN DESIGN 