Accessible shower for low vision users featuring satin nickel metal finish, matte tiles, adjustable LED lighting, color contrasting gab bars and custom inset tile create an inviting retreat for soothing shower suited to the low vision user. Adjustable light controls. “Lighting, color and space planning are the key to independent living with low vision,” says…
One of the biggest challenges to designing for aging-in-place is the use of space – or rather, lack of it. This is especially true with the bathroom. Many older homes have very tiny bathrooms which makes it difficult to use a wheelchair or walker to get in and out of the bathroom. “We often see…
Universal Design Bathroom Features Adequate Knee Space Have you ever thought what it would be like to use your bathroom sink sitting down? Is there enough room to get your legs under the sink? Several methods are used to provide knee space, including open knee space without a vanity cabinet, or adaptable solutions such…
“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 while looking good,” according to Richard Duncan, Executive Director of the RL Mace Universal Design Institute. “Another key characteristic is that the design should be flexible – easily adapt from…
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