Simple changes can make everyday spaces easier to use 

Most of us don’t think much about reaching into a kitchen cabinet—until bending, kneeling, lifting, or reaching into the back becomes uncomfortable. As we age, these everyday movements can become harder. Fortunately, improving accessibility doesn’t necessarily require a completely new kitchen. 

One increasingly popular solution is converting traditional cabinets into pull-out storage. Instead of getting down on your knees to search for a pot, appliance, or container at the back of a cabinet, the contents come out to you. 

Art of Drawers, a locally owned Buffalo franchise operated by Kevin DiMatteo, specializes in custom pull-out drawers and organizational solutions that fit inside existing cabinetry. Kitchens are a natural fit, but similar solutions work in pantries, bathrooms, under sinks, and in notoriously difficult-to-reach corner cabinets. “Making a home more functional doesn’t always mean changing everything,” says DiMatteo. “Sometimes it’s about making the space you already have work better for you.” 

The concept can be especially useful for older adults who want to remain comfortable and independent at home. Reducing the need to bend deeply, kneel on the floor, or reach awkwardly into cabinets can make frequently used spaces easier to navigate. It can also benefit people with arthritis, back or joint problems, mobility limitations, or anyone tired of searching through cluttered cabinets. 

Art of Drawers customizes each system to fit the homeowner’s existing space, using made-in-the-USA drawers with dovetail construction and soft-close undermount rails. The goal is to improve accessibility and organization without the disruption of a full remodel. After all, aging in place isn’t only about preparing for the future. Sometimes it’s simply about making everyday life easier today. Learn more at https://artofdrawers.com/our-locations/buffalo.