Design study with height adjustable washbasin

Abstract

According to Turkish Statistical Institute data (2011), it is known that approximately 6.6% of the population in Turkey is composed of disabled people and the highest rate of disability is from physical disabilities. It is observed that the freedom of movement of physically handicapped individuals is very limited in the environment and housing areas, and the existing regulations do not fully respond to the needs. It is difficult for people with physical disabilities to use furniture, fixtures and fixtures designed for normal people. The washbasins in bathrooms and toilets, which are the most special parts of homes and workplaces, need to be arranged for individual use without physical support for individuals with physical disabilities. In this way, disabled individuals will be able to live their lives without the need of others, at least by labor. In this study, a height adjustable washbasin was designed as a solution to minimize the difficulties caused by arrangements in the wash basin in bathrooms and toilets, one of the places where disabled people are most distressed in living spaces and public spaces. This study has been designed and manufactured not only for disabled people but also for the children and the elderly, especially those with physical competence, which will facilitate the life of each individual. 

Keywords

• washbasin,design,people with disabilities,elders

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