StandardRecommended
Vanity counter height
NKBA Bath 10Description
Vanity counter heights typically 32"-43" depending on user; standard residential is 32"-36". Provide options for varying user heights in family bathrooms.
Why this exists
Standard 32" counter is too short for tall adults and too tall for kids; multi-height design is universal-design best practice.
Measurements
| Property | Operator | Value | Unit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
shortMin | min | 32 | in | |
tallMax | max | 43 | in |
Categories
Bathroom
Applies to
- Room types: bathroom, half_bath
Source
NKBAno manifest entry
Bathroom Planning Guidelines (2024)
Section: Guideline 10
Published 2024-01-01 · last verified 2026-05-09
Solver enforcement
Browsable only — the solver does not currently enforce this directive (no spec-level data to check against). This entry exists so the architect personas can cite it in conversation and the user can read what the rule says.
Plan symbols this applies to
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Related directives
- Bathroom entry doorway · NKBA Bath 1
- Doorway swing clearance · NKBA Bath 2
- Clear floor space at fixtures · NKBA Bath 3
- Fixture clear-space overlap · NKBA Bath 4
- Toilet centerline + front (detailed) · NKBA Bath 5
Last reviewed 2026-05-09.