Safe and Accessible Stairs and Hallways
Mobility within the home must be ensured by means of corridors and stairs designed with accessibility in mind. Proper planning of stair widths, heights and depths, together with the installation of handrails and the removal of obstacles, allows for smooth and safe movement. A width should be ensured that allows for the retrofitting of a lifting device. In this way, spaces can be adapted to different needs without compromising functionality and design.
However, it is always better to design a house that does not require stairs.
- Minimum staircase width: 0.80m, including landings.
- Maximum riser height: 20cm, with a minimum tread depth of 22cm.
- Curved staircases: Minimum tread depth of 5cm on the narrow side and a maximum of 44cm on the wider side.
- Handrails: Required on open sides for safety.
- Wide hallways: Minimum 90cm and free from obstacles to facilitate movement.
- Consult here more about staircases and vertical circulation according to the spatial characteristics and users needs.