Design by James J. Pirkl, FIDSA — Photo by Rodolphe Foucher

Shouldn't all kitchens be designed to accommodate people of all ages and abilities — like this one?

Check out these cutting-edge common-sense transgenerational features:

• Resilient cork floor
• Solid-surface counter tops with built-in double sink
• Multi-level counter tops and work surfaces
• Raised cabinets with 10" kick space
• Convenient 18' refrigerator/sink/cooktop work triangle
• Pull-out shelves and "file-drawer" storage units
• Pop-up range vent
• Removable under-sink cabinet for wheelchair accessibility
• Serving counter with bar sink
• Horizontal, pull-out dish storage drawers
• Level no-step thresholds
• Convenient height convection, microwave, and warming ovens
• Swing around, pull-out corner cabinet storage
• Counter balanced oven door
• Finger tip adjustable window blinds
• Raised dishwasher
• Internet, entertainment and communication systems
• Automatic cooktop vent rises from counter
• Multiple 5'-0" diameter clear wheelchair turning areas
• Crank-operated windows