ᐅ Opinion on the floor plan of our two-family house

I am currently planning my two-family house, and the architect has designed two alternative floor plans for me. I would like to hear your opinions on them.

The rooms are fine, but I believe the guest toilet next to the entrance is not very convenient. Also, I am not sure if the shower bathrooms, which are meant to be accessible, are large enough.

Thank you in advance for your expected feedback.

As I see it, the two proposals differ because of the hallway width and the staircase leading upstairs – or is that not the case?

Accessible for disabled persons = wheelchair accessible? Then presumably not only the bathroom would be an issue, but also the path leading to it. What about the kitchen? That is also not wheelchair accessible.

Yes, for the kitchen I will probably remove the wall to the dining-living area to create an open space, and for the shower bathrooms, I am considering whether one larger shower bathroom might be sufficient.

buddy2014 schrieb:
Also, I’m not sure if the shower bathrooms that are supposed to be accessible are large enough.

But neither do we, without precise measurements. The sanitary fixtures designed for wheelchair users have special dimensions, which can definitely be found online. The required clearances are also searchable, so at least you should have some reference values. Also, plan for grab bars and mark a turning radius of 150cm (59 inches). I think it’s feasible since the shower itself is level with the floor. Removing the wall in the kitchen is a good idea. An accessible kitchen shouldn’t be enclosed on three sides.

Best regards,
Yvonne