by emma | Nov 22, 2016 | Building and Planning
Have you thought about what the future holds for you in your home? Will you be able to live their comfortably and get around independently and safely, no matter what happens as you get older? If your home has certain design features within its walls, you have a higher...
by emma | Nov 15, 2016 | Uncategorized
What is: 60in/1.5m in diameter? Is found at least once in every room? Is imperative to an accessible home? Answer: The wheelchair maneuvering circle What is it used for? It is a 60in/1.5m area of clear floor space that enables a wheelchair to turn around comfortably...
by emma | Nov 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
Are you looking to fill an accessible house with furniture? Are you thinking ahead for your own home, or maybe assisting your parents to downsize? The furniture you choose can help make a home accessible, comfortable and safe, by improving the traffic flow and making...
by emma | Nov 1, 2016 | Building and Planning, Inspiration
A master bedroom that is accessible and luxurious? You bet! If all you can think of is clinical and hospital-like when the word accessible is brought up. Think again. We will help you make your master bedroom an accessible, inviting, comforting haven. Check out the 13...
by emma | Oct 25, 2016 | Building and Planning, Inspiration, New Products + Trends, Uncategorized
The flooring in your house can amount to a significant percentage of your building or renovating budget depending on which material you choose. The choices are endless and the colors and finishes are mind-boggling. To make things even more difficult you can buy vinyl...
by emma | Oct 18, 2016 | Doors and Windows
Is it easy for you and your friends to enter your home? Are you constantly battling the elements and cursing the tripping hazards? How do you think it would feel to have an accessible front entrance? Well, perhaps a little like this…… It’s a hot sunny day. You’ve just...
by emma | Oct 11, 2016 | Building and Planning
Would it be possible for you to live only on the main floor of your home? Would you have everything you need just on that one level? Even a comfortable bedroom? If you want to live in your current home forever there are a few necessities as far as room requirements...
by emma | Oct 4, 2016 | Inspiration, Opinion
A home that gives you pleasure is a fine thing indeed. Do you have some particular things that you feel are essential to a comfortable home? I am talking about practical or physical things as opposed to emotional ones. As I was compiling this list I realized that...
by emma | Sep 27, 2016 | Doors and Windows, New Products + Trends
We are half-way to the airport a few hours away from home and I start questioning if I locked my front door. It was my responsibility as I was the last one out, but I have no recollection of turning the key in the dead-bolt. Uh oh! A series of panicky text messages to...
by emma | Sep 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
Have you ever heard of the concept of visitability? It was an idea conceived in the US in the late 80’s to promote the designing and building of houses with basic accessibility throughout the main floor. The visitable home is characterized by three key features: At...
