Looking toward the future, more and more people––and not just seniors––are rethinking how to make their living space safer and more comfortable.
When the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990, terms such as “handicapped accessible” and “barrier-free,” were the buzzwords used to describe spaces for special-needs people. However, as time passed, designers discovered that the “universal design” solutions that make life more comfortable for people with disabilities just make life more comfortable––period! For everybody!
The emphasis is on creating designs that enable people of all ages and abilities to stay in the homes they love while they grow older. Unless you’ve experienced one of life’s setbacks such as a broken leg or stroke––or know someone who has––you probably haven’t given much thought to steep stairs, narrow doorways, dimly lit hallways or high countertops.
Today’s innovative design techniques, materials and technology make it possible to adapt spaces without sacrificing aesthetics for function. Universal design lets you keep your style AND make your home safer, more comfortable and easier to navigate.
Whether you’re considering renovating your existing home or building a new one, let us help you start planning now for later!
