Riding Out the Storm
From the December 2010 issue of PN comes this article on designing a safe room within a Universally Designed house from architect Charles Schwab, AIA, CAPS, CGP.
Says Schwab, "The potential for natural disasters and manmade threats makes the Universal
Design (UD) home safe room a wise investment. It is a worthy addition for all, while being a critical benefit for people who are elderly or have cognitive or mobility impairments. Those most in need during a storm emergency may also have the most difficulty evacuating or getting to a place of refuge."
Read the article. (This article is not to be reprinted without express permission from the author.)
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