Beautifully Designed Kitchen Adaptations For independent living

At himmelzimmer, we specialise in helping people in the South of England remain in the homes they love for longer. Through carefully considered architectural design, we’ll adapt and enhance your existing kitchen so it continues to support your independence, safety, and everyday ease.

Accessible Kitchen Design

We’re specialists in creating life-enhancing kitchen spaces with an elegant flow, making kitchen tasks significantly easier. From wheelchair accessible kitchens, through to adaptable and universal design kitchens, all are thoughtfully are thoughtfully integrated to support independence, comfort, and ease of use for people of all abilities.

Storage & Usability

  • Motorised cupboard access systems

  • Height adjustable worktops & kitchen island

  • Accessible sink solutions

Smart Appliances

  • User friendly Smart home panels for easier control

  • Installation of AI smart fridge with activity monitoring & voice control

  • Energy & usage monitoring

Spacing and Layout

  • Spatial reconfiguration for accessibility

  • Doorway resizing

  • Optimal oven, hob and sink layout for safe and practical food preparation

What People Are Saying

Himmelzimmer went out of their way to deliver a detailed design and managed the project thoroughly
— Charlotte T.
Himmelzimmer went out of their way to deliver a detailed design and managed the project thoroughly
— Charlotte T.

From our clients

Your Questions, Answered

  • Yes - thoughtful design can significantly reduce fall risk without compromising how your home looks or feels.

    We assess how you move through your home and address common hazards through:

    • Level thresholds and step-free access

    • Slip-resistant flooring

    • Improved lighting

    • Monitoring and detection systems to alert help if a fall does happen.

  • In most cases, yes. There are several well-designed options depending on your home and preferences:

    • Reconfiguring the ground floor to include a bedroom and bathroom

    • Installing a stairlift or a home lift so every level of your home is accessible

    • Redesigning layouts to minimise the need to use stairs altogether

    We focus on solutions that preserve the character of your home while supporting long-term independence.

  • We combine over 15 years of architectural and interior design expertise with a deep understanding of accessibility and independent living. This allows us to create homes that are not only safe and functional, but also beautifully considered and enjoyable to live in.

    Rather than applying off-the-shelf solutions, we design each space holistically-integrating accessibility from the outset so it feels seamless, intuitive, and never clinical.

    We work closely with world-renowned suppliers of accessible kitchens, bathrooms, and lift systems, smart technology providers to deliver tailored solutions that support your independence now and in the future. Every decision is guided by both design quality and long-term usability.

    The result is a home that is thoughtfully adapted, visually refined, and built to support you for decades to come-without compromising on the integrity of the architecture.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. You can also call us on 01273 928321‍. We aim to respond quickly - usually within one business day.

  • The priority areas are typically:

    • Safe and accessible bathroom

    • Step-free entrance and circulation

    • Kitchen usability

    • Good lighting and clear navigation

    However, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. We take a whole-home, future-focused approach, ensuring each change works together and supports your evolving needs over time.

  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call. We’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

Home Adaptation Services

Full Home Adaptation
£0.00

Adapt your home to support independence, accessibility and comfort, without compromising character or design quality.

Bathroom Adaptation
£0.00

Thoughtfully implemented bathrooms that are safe, intuitive and easy to use.

Lift & Stair Solutions
£0.00

Integrating lifts, ramps, and stair improvements seamlessly into the architecture.

Early Planning Creates Better Design

  • 1 in 3 people over 65 fall each year

  • £60,000+ average residential care cost in the UK South East

  • 90% of homes in England are not designed for accessible living

  • 80-90% of people would prefer to remain in their own home as they age

Book your Complimentary Consultation

Reach out to our friendly team of experts to book a free consultation or to find out more about how we can help you.

01273 928 321

studio@himmelzimmer.co

Himmelzimmer UK Ltd

Plus X Innovation,

Lewes Rd

Brighton and Hove

BN2 4GL