Make a Powder Room Accessible With Universal Design
by Anne-Marie Brunet, CKD, CBD, CAPS Houzz Contributor, Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist and the principal of Sheridan Interiors, Kitchens + Baths. Including a powder room on the main level of your home ensures that anyone, regardless of age and mobility, has access to a sink and toilet without having to climb […]
3 Home Features to Boost Accessibility
by Anne-Marie Brunet, CKD, CBD, CAPS Houzz Contributor, Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist and the principal of Sheridan Interiors, Kitchens + Baths. While your family may not require any changes to your home right now, consider those visiting your home. Perhaps you have friends, parents, grandparents or other visitors with mobility devices. […]
Study: The Aging of the Population Will Have Unexpected Economic, Environmental and Health Benefits
As we all know, America’s population is getting older and older. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, by 2030 there will be 72.1 million people over age 65 in this country — more than double what there was in 2000. Normally, following statistics such as this are comments about what this rapid increase […]
Universal Design: 7 Ways To Modify Your Home As You Age
Nothing beats home. It’s where many of us want to stay for as long as possible, even as we age. And, yet, the varied aspects of senior life — impaired vision, arthritis and limited mobility — can make staying home a challenge. Thanks, however, to smart modifications — like adding grab bars in the bathroom […]