Thoughtful Design Leads to Increased Accessibility for All
Did you know that nearly 40% of Americans over the age of 65 are living with at least one disability according to the U.S. Census Bureau? Despite this
Zero Cost Adaptation Universal Design Bathroom
“One of the distinguishing features of universal design is that the result needs to work well for a wider range of users than standard design
Aging in Place Remodels: No Step Entries
The entry is # 1 on most people’s agenda when they start to imagine getting in and out of their house. Almost everyone wants to Age in Place. Too many of us are forced to move, losing the comforts and familiarity of our home, because we cannot get in the door.
Universal Design & Lifespan Design Allow For People’s Changing Needs Over Time
The Baldwin House is designed to promote aging-in-place and is an urban response to the otherwise suburban ranch-style house. Located in an “urban infill” project in the Green Lake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, it is a three-story house including the finished basement.
Finding the Right Residential Elevator
By Tom M Smith As individuals grow older, climbing up and down the stairs becomes a wearisome as well as hazardous task. It is then
Remodeling, Moving or Building? Plan Twice, Do Once.
Remodeling, Moving or Building? There’s on old carpenter’s saying, “Measure twice, cut once.” The idea is that if you measure carefully and then cut, you can
Raising The Bar, err, The Wall
Like the idea of walk-in bath tub but hate the look? Fret no more! Kohler has raised the bar (so to speak) for accessible bathing
Accessible Bathroom Created Over Existing Crawlspace
Ken Bryan owner of KBC, Inc. did the design and remodel of this bathroom to allow their client’s daughter, Katie, greater accessibility and privacy. Her
How to Prepare Your Home for Post-Stroke Care
By Lori Bellport You know that your loved one wants to stay in their home as long as possible. And you were on board with