Planning Guides

Reception Desk Planning Guides

Get practical guidance for accessibility, dimensions, materials, technology, budgeting, and preparing for a reception desk or custom furniture project.

Planning Guides

Prepare for the practical decisions before a project begins.

Curved wood reception desk with an integrated lower service position where a wheelchair user speaks with a staff member.

ADA Requirements for Reception Desks: A Planning Guide

Understand federal reception-counter guidance for service positions, approach space, routes, knee clearance, equipment, and equivalent visitor service.

Read the Accessibility Planning Guide