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Design & Consulting Services

For the professional and for the consumer

For over 20 years, ADAptations inc.® has been providing consulting service for professionals and consumers seeking information about accessible environments for the aging population and people with disabilities. Our design and product solutions have been proven in the field by people with disabilities. By combining medical and design expertise, ADAptations inc. offers a unique bridge to the built environment.

We offer practical, proven, real-life solutions that work.

ADAptations inc. is a full-service accessible design resource providing

  • Design and construction consultation
  • Product recommendations
  • Client assessment tools
  • Training workshops
  • Educational videos

ADAptations inc. has participated in the design, construction and remodeling of hundreds of residential and commercial spaces. Here is a small sample of our work:

bathroom design before accessibility remodel bathroom design before accessibility remodel

Before

After

Bathroom and bedroom remodel

Bathroom Vanity
Adjustable counter accommodates the three types of wheelchairs Caren uses. A manual chair, a power chair and a shower commode chair all require different clearance. Hence, the countertop adjusts vertically 10"

Image of height adjustable counter bathroom vanity Image of person in wheelchair fitting in to the height adjustable counter bathroom vanity
   
accessible bathroom design remodeled bathroom

Functional ... accessible ... aesthetically pleasing.
roll in shower entrance

Walk-in curbless shower

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Entrance to a custom home

The steep grade of the lot and good design provide an accessible entry.

Image of accessible entrance to home as viewed from the driveway Image of accessible entrance to home

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Access to kitchen appliances and cabinetry

Modifying the cabinet doors under the kitchen sink provides Jim with access to the dishwasher. The location of this pull-out drawer makes it easy for Jim to unload the dishwasher.

Image showing well designed placement of cabinets and dishwasher for ease of use to person in wheelchair, while fitting in height adjustable counter top area. Image showing well designed placement of cabinets and dishwasher for ease of use to person in wheelchair
   
wheelchair accessible kitchen and oven shelving  

Versatile working surface heights and side hinged oven.

  

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Creative solutions in a higher toe kick space

An approximate 9" x 6" toe kick accommodates this client's wheelchair foot rests. The space is also used as a pull-out drawer for additional storage.

Phot of an approximate 9" toe kick accommodates this client's wheelchair foot rests. The space is used as a pull-out drawer for additional storage.

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