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“Notifications are, of course, sent via a vibration or visual cue, so it is clear when things are ready, reducing the stress and panic when cooking. It is an important safety feature, allowing people to interact with their appliances without barriers.”


Beyond this, smart kitchens promote independence and inclusivity, enabling people to cook confidently without assistance. Features like voice-controlled timers, step-by-step audio recipes, and remote monitoring make kitchens safer and more accessible for all.


Rise and Fall Worktops


to recognise the size, shape and position of cookware automatically. This means less lifting, safer cooking and no complicated controls.” Accessibility doesn’t stop at the hob. NEFF


products are designed to work together seamlessly to create a comfortable cooking environment: “Our products have been designed to work together in harmony. The hobs and hoods are the perfect pair, working seamlessly to keep the air clear. As you change the heat settings on your hob, the hood automatically adjusts its extraction power. This ensures a comfortable and odour-free kitchen and leaving you to focus on the cooking.”


Twist Pad


While the Slide & Hide® oven and induction hob offer a safe cooking experience, the way they are controlled is just as important. Traditional dial controls can sometimes be challenging, especially for those with dexterity limitations. This is where the Twist Pad comes in. Its


user-friendly design makes it an easy-to-use control element for kitchen appliances, offering a versatile option to manage both hobs and ovens as Sue explains: “Twist Pad can help make our appliances simpler to use. The dials can be used across our induction hobs and ovens, offering the user a choice between using the intuitive touch screen, or add the Twist Pad dials to give a more traditional control for function and temperature – perfect for someone with dexterity or circulation issues to use. making the screen super clear and responsive or allowing a more traditional interface that’s perfect for someone with dexterity or circulation issues to use.”


The removable design allows the Twist Pad to operate other appliances and is available as part of the NEFF range. This adaptability and flexibility make cooking more accessible for users of all abilities. By introducing intuitive controls like the Twist Pad, kitchens can become safer, more efficient, and truly inclusive. Accessibility isn’t just a feature but a fundamental part of modern kitchen design.


Smart Technology: A Game-Changer Accessibility does not stop at physical design. Smart technology bridges the gap by providing intuitive, connected solutions that make everyday tasks easier for everyone, especially those with mobility or dexterity challenges. Most appliances are now app-compatible and link to voice activation systems such as Google Home and Alexa. Sue explains: “For NEFF, this compatibility allows users to interact with appliances, from turning them on, to setting the temperature, cooking mode and time. Solutions like the NEFF Home Connect app are transforming kitchens into adaptive-environments.”


Amongst having accessible appliances having somewhere to put them is just as important. Usually, worktops are set at a fixed height, making it less accessible for wheelchair users or those who may struggle otherwise with the height of the worktop. That is where rise-and-fall electronic worktops come in. With simple button controls, users can effortlessly adjust the height to suit their needs, bringing flexibility, comfort, and independence into the kitchen.


These innovative worktops offer improved accessibility for wheelchair users and individuals with mobility challenges, enhanced safety by reducing strain and awkward movements, and greater independence by allowing adjustments without assistance. They provide versatility for multi-user households with different height requirements and integrate seamlessly into modern kitchen designs without compromising style. Rise-and- fall worktops are more than a convenience- they are a necessity of inclusive kitchen design, ensuring that everyone can cook comfortably and confidently.


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