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- Architectural Principles of Universal DesignThis article introduces all inclusive architectural design principles, including ramps, larger woman's restrooms, and universal accommodations for all people including handicapped and children.
What is Universal Design?Universal Design, the hottest home improvement and remodeling idea since stainless steel appliances. But, unlike designer equipment and appliances in your kitchen or bathroom, Universal Design is here to stay, making your home accessible to all.
Top 10 Ways to Make Your Kitchen AccessibleReady to remodel your kitchen? Check out these top 10 ways to make your kitchen accessible across the lifespan.
Linear Drains - a Natural Fit for Universal DesignLinear drains have an innovative installation system for tiled showers. This allows for flush entries, with no shower curb. Larger shower floor tiles can be used which expands bath design options. Quick Drain: KBIS 2009-Best of Competition & Gold Award.- Creative Ways to Skip the Nursing HomeUniversal Design and in-home health technologies work together to help an aging population stay at home longer, safer and with greater independence.
- Teaching Students with DisabilitiesThe materials and strategies we use to accommodate students with disabilities can often be useful and helpful to other students. The effort of accommodation for one student potentially benefits all students.
- Center for Universal Design in NCThe Center for Universal Design (CUD) is one organization that is very proactive when it comes to accessibility through the use of universal design.
- Access Board in D.C.For those with disabilities, accessibility and universal design can be important issues in more ways than one. A Federal agency called the Access Board helps to create and maintain universal design ideas.
- National Center on Accessibility in IndianaBecause of the need for universal design, as well as the teamwork and compassion of companies such as the National Center on Accessibility (NCA), more of these places are becoming accessible.
- Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access in NYOne organization making a difference in the arena of universal living is the Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDEA). Located in Buffalo, NY, this company is involved in some innovative ideas and projects.
Universal Design: Building a Wheelchair Accessible HomeFor most of our adult lives my husband and I had wanted to build a house. It took his stroke for us to finally take the plunge. We really had no choice....- Universal Design at the PumpNew gas pumps at Shell stations have lowered controls that make it possible for someone seated in a wheelchair to pump their own gas if they want to.
- Retiring at HomePrepare your home for support in times of disability. Your home can be changed to meet the needs of all people, regardless of age, ability or situation.
Smart Home Design for Aging Baby BoomersMore than 8,000 Americans turn 60 every day -- and the vast majority want to live in their homes for as long as they possibly can. Homebuilders are adding universal design features to help Boomers "age in place."
Interior Designers and Universal DesignInterior Design isn't just about decorating a room; it is about planning the room out in a way that supports your well-being.
