{"id":4594,"date":"2025-11-13T10:11:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-13T10:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allin.online\/?post_type=standard&#038;p=4594"},"modified":"2026-09-09T14:50:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T14:50:25","slug":"seating-and-tables","status":"publish","type":"standard","link":"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/food-drink-and-retail\/seating-and-tables\/","title":{"rendered":"Seating and Tables"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-fixed-content flex content-content bg_white padding indent two-column\"><div class=\"content_wrapper\"><h3 id=\"page_sub_nav\" class=\"mobile_only\">BE 6.02 Seating and Tables<\/h3><select aria-labelledby=\"page_sub_nav\" class=\"mobile_only\" id=\"nav_select\"><option value=\"#overview\">Overview<\/option><option value=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/option><option value=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/option><option value=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/option><option value=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/option><option value=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/option><option value=\"#references\">References<\/option><\/select><div class=\"action_links mobile_only\"><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 6.02 Seating and Tables\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"overview\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-overview standard-content\"><h3>Overview<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Food and drink areas are important places for visitors and staff to gather and enjoy your venue. However, they can be challenging for people with access needs to navigate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing accessible furniture and positioning it thoughtfully will make sure these spaces work for a wider variety of visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Standards are based on principles from <span title=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition-name=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition=\"approved-document-m-adm\" data-definition-id=\"3602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>, <span data-definition=\"technical-guidance-document-m-tgd-m\" title=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-name=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-id=\"8602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>, and <span title=\"BS8300\" data-definition-name=\"BS8300\" data-definition=\"bs8300\" data-definition-id=\"3603\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>. They focus on key user design principles to ensure that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>people can choose a seat or table that meets their access needs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>it is safe and comfortable for visitors and staff to move between the furniture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>it is straightforward for <span data-definition=\"assistance-dog\" data-definition-id=\"5989\" title=\"Assistance dog\" data-definition-name=\"Assistance dog\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> owners to bring their dog into your space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>everyone feels welcome and considered in your food and drink areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important that your choice of seating and tables aligns with the specifications in this guidance closely. If people struggle to sit and enjoy a meal or drink, they will not feel welcome. This could make them less likely to return to your venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Standard covers seating and tables in food, drink and lounge areas. For seating in artistic environments or other event spaces, see <a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/standard\/built-environment\/artistic-environments\/seating\/\">Built Environment 4.01 Seating<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"examples\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-examples bg_grey inner-padding standard-examples\"><h3>Practical examples<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-example standard-example\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-image content-image alt-block\"><figure class=\"fill block-image alt-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6535-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Empty cafe area with well-spaced tables and chairs, level access and a choice of seating.  \"\/><button class=\"toggle_modal\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_6497\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-modal_id=\"lightbox_6497\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Zoom into the image<\/span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"31.999\" height=\"31.994\"><g fill=\"#fff\"><path d=\"M13.648 27.287a13.579 13.579 0 0 0 8.168-2.718l7.425 7.425 2.758-2.758-7.425-7.425a13.644 13.644 0 1 0-10.925 5.477Zm0-23.389a9.748 9.748 0 1 1-6.89 2.855 9.737 9.737 0 0 1 6.89-2.853Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1776\"><\/path><path d=\"M11.701 19.49h3.9v-3.894h3.9v-3.9h-3.9v-3.9h-3.9v3.9h-3.9v3.9h3.9Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1777\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"alt_block\"><button class=\"alt_trigger\" aria-label=\"Eile\">Eile<\/button><div class=\"alt_modal\" id=\"image_block_6497\" role=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Alt text\" aria-describedby=\"desc_image_block_6497\"><p id=\"desc_image_block_6497\">Empty cafe area with well-spaced tables and chairs, level access and a choice of seating.  <\/p><button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Eile<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div id=\"lightbox_6497\" class=\"lightbox modal\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"lightbox-content\"><button class=\"close\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_6497\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Close zoomed image<\/span>\u00d7<\/button><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6535-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Empty cafe area with well-spaced tables and chairs, level access and a choice of seating.  \"\/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-content-blocks border-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-intro content-intro\"><p><strong>Image description: <\/strong>This caf\u00e9 area has a choice of seating at different heights. There are moveable tables, most with enough space underneath that wheelchair users can get close to the table. There\u2019s space underneath or beside the tables for an <span data-definition=\"assistance-dog\" data-definition-id=\"5989\" title=\"Assistance dog\" data-definition-name=\"Assistance dog\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> to sit or lie down. The tables are laid out with enough space in between for visitors and staff to safely get around the room while people are using them.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-example standard-example\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-image content-image alt-block\"><figure class=\"fill block-image alt-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-2841-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people including a wheelchair user sit at a table in an ornate Victorian tearoom with a woodblock floor.\u00a0\"\/><button class=\"toggle_modal\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_6494\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-modal_id=\"lightbox_6494\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Zoom into the image<\/span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"31.999\" height=\"31.994\"><g fill=\"#fff\"><path d=\"M13.648 27.287a13.579 13.579 0 0 0 8.168-2.718l7.425 7.425 2.758-2.758-7.425-7.425a13.644 13.644 0 1 0-10.925 5.477Zm0-23.389a9.748 9.748 0 1 1-6.89 2.855 9.737 9.737 0 0 1 6.89-2.853Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1776\"><\/path><path d=\"M11.701 19.49h3.9v-3.894h3.9v-3.9h-3.9v-3.9h-3.9v3.9h-3.9v3.9h3.9Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1777\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"alt_block\"><button class=\"alt_trigger\" aria-label=\"Eile\">Eile<\/button><div class=\"alt_modal\" id=\"image_block_6494\" role=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Alt text\" aria-describedby=\"desc_image_block_6494\"><p id=\"desc_image_block_6494\">A group of people including a wheelchair user sit at a table in an ornate Victorian tearoom with a woodblock floor.\u00a0<\/p><button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Eile<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div id=\"lightbox_6494\" class=\"lightbox modal\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"lightbox-content\"><button class=\"close\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_6494\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Close zoomed image<\/span>\u00d7<\/button><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-2841-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people including a wheelchair user sit at a table in an ornate Victorian tearoom with a woodblock floor.\u00a0\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-content-blocks border-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-intro content-intro\"><p><strong>Image description: <\/strong>A wheelchair user sits at a caf\u00e9 table with a group of colleagues. There is plenty of space around the table for manoeuvring, and there is space between the tables so people can easily move through the room.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"key_considerations\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-key-considerations standard-key-considerations standard-content\"><h3>Key considerations<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Layout<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure you keep at least a 1200mm wide route so that people can move between the tables. The width of your route should allow for the fact that there will be people sitting on either side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where space allows, provide individual dining areas, as sounds associated with eating and drinking can cause anxiety or sensory overload for some.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The chairs should be easily moveable. If the flooring is a hard surface, apply pads to the feet of chairs and table legs to reduce sudden, unexpected scraping sounds. Keep in mind that if tables or chairs are fixed to the floor, some people will not be able to access them. Provide places for people to store mobility equipment while they are using the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All furniture should visually contrast with the surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Design features<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provide a variety of chair heights and styles. Some chairs should have armrests and backrests. Use high backrests on seats along circulation routes or aisles to prevent accidental touch. This will be welcomed by people with touch sensitivity. Any fixed seating should have a foot placement space underneath the edge of the seat, to support balance when pushing off on rising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offer a range of table heights. Ensure there is at least 700mm of clear space underneath, between the floor and the tabletop. Avoid tables with legs, frames, or bases that block access, such as pedestal-style tables. This helps wheelchair users get closer to the table and gives space for an <span title=\"Assistance dog\" data-definition-name=\"Assistance dog\" data-definition=\"assistance-dog\" data-definition-id=\"5989\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> to lie underneath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some people will lean on a table for support when rising and lowering, so ensure tables are stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be aware of sharp edges and cover them if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If possible, include charging points at or near tables so visitors can recharge assistive devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"specification_table\" class=\"wp-block-ace-specification-table bg_white specification_table hide\"><h3>Standard &#8211; specifications<\/h3><div class=\"bg_grey inner-padding\"><table class=\"specification-table\"><tbody><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"influencing_accessible_practice\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-influencing-accessible-practice standard-influencing-accessible-practice standard-content hide\"><h3>Influencing accessible practice<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"definitions_list\" class=\"wp-block-ace-definitions-list bg_white\"><h3>Definitions and acronyms<\/h3><div class=\"ace-definitions-list bg_grey inner-padding\"><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Approved Document M (ADM)<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u201cApproved Document M: Access to and use of buildings, Vol 2\u201d. It is sometimes known as Part M and is the main building regulation in England to ensure that people can access and use buildings and their facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Assistance dog<\/h4><div><p>A working dog that has been highly trained to assist\u00a0a disabled person or someone with a long-term medical condition.\u00a0Assistance\u00a0dogs might include guide dogs that guide blind\u00a0people, hearing dogs that\u00a0assist deaf people or medical alert dogs that can alert their owners to oncoming medical episodes, or prompt them to take medication.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>BS8300<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u201cBS 8300:2018 Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment\u201d. It is a code of practice provided by the British Standards Institute. Whereas ADM is part of building regulations, BS8300 is a standard of best practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)<\/h4><div><p>Refers to \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ie\/en\/department-of-housing-local-government-and-heritage\/publications\/technical-guidance-document-m-access-and-use\/\">Technical Guidance Document M (Ireland) Access and Use<\/a>\u2019, helping to ensure that people can access buildings and their facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"learning_resources\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-learning-resources standard-content\"><h3>Learning Resources<\/h3><div class=\"links-on-newtab-text\"><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenbs.com\/PublicationIndex\/documents\/details?Pub=BSI&amp;DocID=320547\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BS8300 &#8211; Part 2<\/a>\u202f(BSI&nbsp;standards can be\u202fpurchased\u202fonline. Reference copies are available at local libraries)\u202f\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 40, Section 4.13-4.16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 66-67, Section 15.1-15.1.1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 159-163, Section 20.6-20.8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsigroup.com\/en-IE\/insights-and-media\/insights\/brochures\/pas-6463-design-for-the-mind-neurodiversity-and-the-built-environment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAS6463:2022 Neurodiversity &amp; the Built Environment &#8211; BSI<\/a>&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 43, Section 8.2.1, seating with high backs&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 52, Section 10.2, background noise reduction&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 110, Section A.4.5, misophonia&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"skills_development\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-skills-development standard-skills-development standard-content hide\"><h3>Support and skills development<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<div id=\"linked_standards\" class=\"wp-block page-links wp-block-ace-linked-standards \">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"block-title\">\n\t\t\t\tLinked Standards\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='flex flex_50 link_blocks'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex_item post_item bg_grey--dark\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<picture class=\"featured-img alt-block\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-153-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"A group of audience members seated in a theatre auditorium admiring their view. 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One person is using a wheelchair space.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Tuairisgeul Dealbh\n<\/span><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"linked_standard--content inner-padding card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>BE 4.01 Seating<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Provide a variety of options, including wheelchair-accessible spaces and companion seating to support visitors to feel comfortable and experience the event. <a href=\"\/login\" class=\"locked card_target\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14.999\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 14.999 18\">\n  <path id=\"unlock\" d=\"M13.507,7.5H3.75V5.249A3.741,3.741,0,0,1,11.022,4l1.133-1.133a5.234,5.234,0,0,0-9.9,2.378V7.5H1.493A1.5,1.5,0,0,0,0,9V16.5A1.5,1.5,0,0,0,1.493,18H13.507A1.5,1.5,0,0,0,15,16.5V9a1.5,1.5,0,0,0-1.492-1.5\" transform=\"translate(0)\" fill=\"#472961\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"\/>\n<\/svg><br \/>\n<\/span>This content is only available to logged in users.<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"31.832\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 31.832 24\">\n  <path id=\"arrow\" d=\"M33.728,24.848l-10.2-10.2a1.773,1.773,0,1,0-2.508,2.508l7.189,7.189H4.272a1.772,1.772,0,0,0,0,3.545H28.178L21.022,35.08a1.755,1.755,0,0,0,0,2.508,1.827,1.827,0,0,0,1.271.536,1.747,1.747,0,0,0,1.271-.536L33.8,27.355a1.827,1.827,0,0,0,.536-1.271,2.283,2.283,0,0,0-.6-1.237Z\" transform=\"translate(-2.499 -14.123)\" fill=\"#472961\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"references\" class=\"wp_block references wp-block-ace-standard-references \">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"block-title\">\n\t\t\tReferences\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"links-on-newtab-text\"><\/div>\n\t\t<ol class=\"references-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p>British Standards Institute, BS8300-2:2018, Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment, Part 2: Buildings \u2013 Code of practice (2018). 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Reference copies are available at local libraries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><aside class=\"sidebar flex-item\"><h3>BE 6.02 Seating and Tables<\/h3><nav class=\"sub-nav\"><ul><li><a href=\"#overview\">Overview (Back to top)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#references\">References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><div class=\"hide fixed scroll_menu\" aria-live=\"polite\"><h3>BE 6.02 Seating and Tables<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"#overview\">Overview (Back to top)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#references\">References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 6.02 Seating and Tables\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 6.02 Seating and Tables\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/aside><\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6494,"parent":3661,"menu_order":2,"template":"","class_list":["post-4594","standard","type-standard","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":{"short_description":"Choose accessible furniture and position it with flexible arrangements so that everyone feels welcomed and considered. 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