Tag Archive: Universal Design

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 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…

Accessible Master Bathoom

Accessible Master Bathroom with Universal Design features Designed to accommodate persons with reduced ambulatory mobility and for changing needs over time this is the master bathroom of the Green Mountain Ranch. Comfort Height Toilet, Fold Down Grab Bars and more Recessed track with a removable plate on one end to add the lift if needed….

Hey- I Know That House!

Is that what you said to yourself when you spotted a picture of this house while flipping through this month’s AARP Magazine? If you were wondering why it looked familiar it’s probably because you saw it in our Idea Center. It’s the universal-lifespan designed Baldwin House and it’s owner/architect Emory Baldwin won the 2009 Livable…

Should Visitability Be A Federal Law?

Visitable Home - no step entry
Visitability is an important strategy for developing accessible housing. It can contribute to creating neighborhoods and communities that welcome everyone. There is a huge market of 78.2 million Baby Boomers who may soon need affordable and accessible homes. Designing homes with open floor plans, U-shaped kitchens with maneuvering space for food preparation, bathrooms with [...]