“Universal design refers to broad-spectrum ideas meant to produce buildings, products and environments that are inherently accessible to both people without disabilities and people with disabilities. The term “universal design” was coined by the architect Ronald L. Mace to describe the concept of designing all products and the built environment to be aesthetic and usable to the greatest extent possible by everyone, regardless of their age, ability, or status in life.” Wikipedia
What is Universal Design?
What makes a home “universal”? It’s simple. Everyone can use universal design! It doesn’t matter if you are young or old. You could be short or tall, healthy or ill. You might have a disability. Or you may be a prize-winning athlete. Because of universal design, people who are very different can all enjoy the same home. And that home will be there for all its inhabitants even when their needs change.
Aging In Place On Your Own Terms
By designing flexibility into homes from the beginning, it is possible to reduce one’s frequent need to move and also to enable our elders to age in place.
Universal Design Kitchen Makes Life Easier
Guests are encouraged to pitch in with cooking, and it’s actually fun to wash and rinse with a unique setup: a stainless steel vessel sink and a mirrored cabinet with integrated faucet.
10 Design Trends for Aging in Place
Mary Jo Peterson, CKD, CBD, CAPS shares her top design requests from clients for aging in place.
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
Ample Knee Space Allows Seated Use of Bathroom
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