by emma | Jan 31, 2017 | Building and Planning, Opinion
Accessibility, universal design, aging in place…… Do these terms sound vaguely familiar to you? You should probably have a better understanding of what they mean, because they affect you. Maybe not today, but eventually you will discover their importance. They are all...
by emma | Jan 24, 2017 | Bathrooms, Doors and Windows, Kitchens
Do you want to know one of the easiest ways to begin making your home more accessible? P.S. It’s also one of the most inexpensive. Change your door and cabinet hardware (handles). It’s as simple as that. The hardware on your doors is an important element in the...
by emma | Jan 17, 2017 | Bathrooms
Part 2 of 2 Read part 1 of this series where we give you an overview of an accessible shower including tips on access, flooring, and shower controls. Anatomy of an accessible shower Safety Grab-bars are very important for your safety in the wet slippery...
by emma | Jan 10, 2017 | Bathrooms
Part 1 of 2 Do you feel your shower area is a safe place to be or is it an accident waiting to happen? If you find yourself using the wall or a towel rail to steady yourself while getting in and out of the shower, then there are a few things you should rethink....
by emma | Jan 3, 2017 | Building and Planning, Lighting
So, let’s talk about your light switches and receptacles. What?! Yes, I know it sounds strange but they are an important part of an accessible home. Don’t you wish there was a more comfortable way to access your receptacles (plugs) than getting down on your knees and...
