by tiffany | Jun 24, 2020 | Aging in Place, Home Renovation
We can make plans for the future, but those plans are not always flexible. In fact, when my husband and I built our ‘forever’ home, we poured our hearts and souls into the designs carefully studying and analyzing every square inch with our architect. We wanted the...
by tiffany | Sep 19, 2019 | ADA Design, Aging in Place, Inclusive Design, Universal Design
Imagine you are 65 years or older and living in your current home or apartment with some type of disability affecting your hearing, vision, cognition, ambulation, self-care or daily activities. Maybe you’re already joining the 34.6% of the Americans 65 and older with...
by tiffany | May 21, 2019 | Aging in Place, Home Interior, Inclusive Design, Product review, Universal Design
When it comes to selecting flooring, does it seem overwhelming once you see a wall presentation with types of flooring, colors, and what rooms are planned for these detailed selections? Are you debating on carpet versus wood, wood versus tile, or one type of flooring...
by tiffany | Apr 19, 2019 | ADA Design, Aging in Place, Home Renovation, Inclusive Design, Universal Design
Whether you’re thinking of a remodel project or starting from scratch with a new build, what is that one thing you look forward to in your bathroom? Do you have a dream shower in mind or maybe a bathroom with a soaking tub and a shower? If you’re remodeling, perhaps...
by tiffany | Apr 5, 2019 | Aging in Place, Inclusive Design, Product review, Universal Design
What comes to mind when you think of Bidet? Does it make you think of restrooms in European countries? Is it a frivolous luxury product? Or, does it ever make you think, “Wonder if I should try a bidet?” Surprisingly, bidets have come a long away. They are becoming...
by tiffany | Mar 22, 2019 | ADA Design, Aging in Place, Inclusive Design, Universal Design
American Disabilities Act (ADA): Standards for accessible design, universal design (UD), inclusive design (ID), and aging in place (AIP). Is your head spinning yet? If you were remodeling your home or building a new home, would you understand these terms when speaking...
