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How to Design Safe Bathrooms for the Elderly

There exist frequent reports of toilet accidents, as they are often located in tight and slippery places. Although no one is immune to a slip after bathing, it is the elderly who suffer most from falls, and can often suffer serious injuries, sequelae, and functional limitations. Due to the natural reduction of reflexes and muscle mass, the higher the age group, the more prone to falls we become.

To provide more comfortable living conditions as users grow older, the environment must adapt to the new physical capabilities of its occupants. Making toilets safer is critical to reducing the risk of accidents and decreasing response time in the event of a fall. Here are some things to keep in mind when designing toilets for older people:

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L'Armentera, Spain
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  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2017
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    Manufacturers:  Saint-Gobain, Ceràmica Ferres, Daikin

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  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011

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  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  45
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2010