UNIVERSAL DESIGN-AGING IN PLACE-HANDICAP ACCESS

SERVICES

Regardless of how they are referred to, aging-in-place, universal design, handicap access, disability access, these features often overlap since they share the goal of making it easier for people to use and move about their homes. Here are features or modifications that we can help you with our services:
 

• Inclusive Design, Barrier-free Design, or Accessible Design:

A design that accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities.

• Create open floor plans:

Open floor plans with fewer or no steps can make it easier to move around and can also improve natural lighting and ventilation. Everyone feels less cramped and people in          wheelchairs have more space to turn. Blending accessibility and style to create spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing for everyone.

• Designs for adding an elevator to the house later, if needed.

• Doors And Ramps:

“Zero step” or step-free entryways and entrances to a door from the outside, replacing steps with ramps being built and ramp installation, threshold ramps installed, door and  ramp services

• Cabinets and Hardware: 
  Custom cabinet making or installation, adjustable heights, pull-out shelves, cabinet  storage systems, easy-to-grip hardware installation or replacement, see-through  shelving that allows you to scan contents without opening cabinet doors, cabinet  services

• Lighting:

Installation or replacement of wall, ceiling and recessed lighting, task lighting,  installation of motion-sensor lights, floor-level toe-kick lighting for low-light navigation,  under-cabinet lights, lighting services

• Accessible Switches, Controls, Security:

Exterior or interior replacement or installation, Cameras, lighting, entry door or security  door locks, remote controlled ceiling fans and other electronics, electrical outlets, light  switches.
 

• Widening doorways and hallways to easily accommodate wheelchairs, strollers, walker, or other mobility devices and this also improves natural light and ventilation.

• Installation of pocket doors to reduce the amount of space that hinged doors require.

• Installation Of Easy-To-Use Locks And Handles:

Lever-style door handles and faucets, easy-to-use locks and handles can make it easier  for older adults to open doors and windows.
 

• Bathrooms:

Remodeling, renovation, or building, create a large space and radius in which to move  around, larger showers, oversized doors, shower seats, hand held shower wands, additional shower diverter, additional lighting in the shower or bath tub, heated floor, bathroom services
 

• Install Grab Bars And Handrails:

These can be installed in key areas such as the entry ways, bathroom, tubs, showers, bedroom, stairways and other areas of the home where ever needed to help prevent falls and make it easier to move around. Grab bar and railing services
 

• Plumbing Fixtures:

Kitchen or bathroom, sinks with space underneath and at the proper level to allow wheelchair users to access them more easily. Replace or an installation of a high-profile toilet, single lever faucets.
 

• Kitchen:

Open layout and design services, installation of lowered countertops and cabinets to make it easier to reach items and avoid bending or reaching overhead. Installation of pull-out shelves and drawers to make it easier to access items in lower cabinets. Kitchen remodeling and renovation services, kitchen services.
 

• Flooring:

Installation or replacement of non-slip flooring. This can be done in high traffic areas such as entryways, hallways, bathroom and kitchen along with other areas of the home to prevent slips and falls. Flooring Services.