What to Consider Before Adding a Wheelchair Ramp

May 22, 2018

  If someone in your household is wheelchair bound, then making your home easily accessible to them can be a real challenge. There are no doubt a number of renovations that you’ll want to make throughout your home in order to improve safety and to simply make the space easier for them to use. However, […]

Designing An Accessible Home In 5 Easy Steps

April 17, 2018

  An individual who needs special accommodations for a mobility aid such as a wheelchair will find living in a regular home is difficult. There is a common misconception that updating a living space will ruin its aesthetics. In reality, homes can be altered and still look fantastic. Do not be intimidated by the idea […]

Adding A Wheelchair Ramp To Your Existing Deck

March 15, 2018

Spring is the perfect time to add a ramp to your deck. A ramp will make it that much easier for wheelchair users and those who can’t climb steps access your home. Selecting the proper wheelchair ramp for your property will prove essential to its lifespan, beauty and functionality. Once the right wheelchair ramp is […]

Key Designs in your New Accessible Kitchen

February 13, 2018

Good design must reflect your personal tastes and the functional needs of everyone in the house. Every family is unique in its own way, and your functional needs may change over time. In many homes, the kitchen plays a central role in bringing people together.

Key Designs In An Accessible Home

January 10, 2018

Any good home renovation will begin by identifying your needs, as what is accessible for one person may not be accessible for another. With that said, there are some commonalities that you would find in most accessible homes. Here are some of the key designs to consider when modifying your home to be more accessible.

8 Tips For Safety In Your Accessible Home

December 12, 2017

Making a home handicap accessible is not as challenging as many assume. You can greatly enhance the safety and comfort of your living space with the proper planning, materials, and strategy. Here’s a look at a few tips that will make the home modification process as smooth and effective as possible. Mind the Flooring A […]

What is the difference between accessible, usable, and universal design

November 16, 2017

The design concepts behind the products we use on a daily basis can be distinguished from one another. Terms commonly used for such concepts are usable design, accessible design, and universal design. Each is a unique approach to design that improves product utility. Such concepts are applicable to customer services, the built environment and even […]

Advantages and Disadvantages to Curbless Walk In Shower Areas

October 24, 2017

Remodeling projects in your home require proper preparation; you need to think about your family needs, the budget and the amount of time you need. The trend in bathroom remodeling now is more towards curbless showers; however, you need to consider all factors before choosing one for your home. There are several advantages and disadvantages […]

What to Consider Before Hiring a Building Contractor

September 28, 2017

Completing a home remodeling project can be either stressful or satisfying depending on the contractor. There are several considerations to help you narrow in on the right contractor. Look at the search process as a time for you to build a relationship with someone who could make the next few months blissful or stressful.

Remodeling for the Future

August 15, 2017

The concept of a dream home conjures up custom trims and exquisite amenities. Yet, the most practical home remodeling plan considers future needs. Universal design (UD) creates spaces that are suitable for a young family but still ideal through the busy midlife and more sedentary retirement years. UD focuses on designing homes that are usable […]