Most of us want to stay in our homes as long as possible, so what makes an aging-friendly home? Most homes need modifications to support aging in place. Things such as grab bars, entryway enhancements,

ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act. But don’t let the nomenclature put you off. Anyone of any age can appreciate some of these add-ons to the home. It’s really about accessibility; if a family member

Successful bath remodels require working with the constraints of the space you have to make important decisions about how the room functions and flows. This means working around the locations of shower, tub, vanity and

If you’ve been struggling with a poor layout or limited storage, a bathroom remodel can be a lifesaver. For anyone with limited mobility or who is planning to age in place, changing the layout of

There are major renovations, such as an addition, or a new bathroom, but short of those major projects, there are many things that every homeowner should consider having done. Some projects will benefit aging in

Keeping older or physically challenged adults safe and independent in their own homes has become a top priority in recent years. Since the kitchen and the bathroom are the two places where a great number

A curbless shower is a great feature for giving your bathroom a sleek, streamlined look, but its benefits go beyond appearances. You’ve likely heard the term “aging in place.” It means designing ways for homeowners

Universal Design refers to features that make a room or entire home accessible to all. Accessibility issues can refer to poor eyesight, arthritic hands, unstable walking (such as needing a walker), or even wheelchairs. The

When planning your next bath remodel project, what might you want to add into the design that is not strictly typical for a bathroom? Todays bathroom designs usually include some aging in place options. The

While is is easy to think that a physical disability is something that only happens to someone else, the truth is that disability can occur to anyone at any age. Many times people find that

You should include accessibility options even if you do not plan on staying in your home through the rest of your life. An active family member can have to deal with a broken leg, anyone

If you plan on staying your home as long as possible, then the probability is, you are remodeling to please yourself – which is a good thing! Many websites recommend considering how possible buyers would

Do you find yourself contemplating possibly moving your aging parents into your home? And then wondering how they will negotiate the stairs, or the narrow door into the bathroom? There is a trend toward making

Many of us have suffered through recuperating from a broken leg or seriously sprained leg or ankle. How was that for getting a shower? Not very easy or even safe, I bet. There are lots

Everyone likes a shower that is easy to get into, use and exit; you don’t have to have mobility issues to appreciate their ease of use. The popular low-threshold showers of today have a spa-like

What future? Your future! Most of us remodel our homes, sooner or later. Often, this is done because surfaces are showing wear, and things just don’t work like they used to. Faucets may drip, cabinets

Who wouldn’t want a larger bathroom with walk-in shower? It seems to be the most popular bath remodel project that clients ask for in recent years. Increasing the size of the bathroom allows space for a

When we are healthy and have no problems getting around, we don’t usually think about what would we need the world to be like if we had mobility issues? We don’t have to wait until

This is all over the internet – home remodeling trends this year.  Here is a list for you to start on your own research. Do these match your own goals for updating your home? Remodeling

The same modifications for aging in place are appropriate for anyone who has had surgery, pregnant women (sometimes the balance is off . . . ), a broken leg, and other injuries. What are the

Every kitchen has cabinets, but not every kitchen has useful cabinets. Think about it; how many pans do you have to sort through to get the one you want? Is the bowl you need to

It’s no secret that the population of people over 65 in the United States is increasing. Most of them would like to remain in their home as long as possible – who wouldn’t? Living in

If you are way too young to worry about the infirmities of older age, think about what problems you would have at home if you broke your leg while snowboarding or biking in our Whatcom

Typically, we think of bathrooms as the part of the house that most needs upgrading to be user-friendly to those with mobility issues or other age-related issues. However, the kitchen can really use some assistance

You don’t have to be “elderly” to love the features that professionals recommend for seniors. Too many homeowners wait until an elderly relative comes to live with them, or a spouse comes home from a