Custom Fit : Modifications Allow People with Disabilities to Stay at Home

The notion of Aging-in-Place refers to persons remaining in their home as their needs for accessibility change. Emotional ties to the home often cause people to chose to remodel in order to accomodate their abilities. The same considerations should be applied in cases where children have disabilities, possibly progressive, that prevent them from full accessibility. Taking a child out of his house and neighborhood because of these limitations means taking the child out of their comfort zone.The concept of "Aging in Place" can be applied to all ages as it is based in a desire to remain at home.

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Increasing Door Accessibility- Balancing form, function and compliance

There are several aspects of accessible door design, including hardware options (such as high / low switches, automatic switches, switch plates, push buttons, vertical actuation bars, automatic door openers, sensing devices, column switches, and bollard posts).  What are the California code and ADA requirements? What are the challenges in incorporating accessibility, security, and aesthetics?

By Lori Bedard

The Construction Specifier

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The Ball House Project - Universal Design

The Ball House Project by Frangeli Consulting and Remodeling is a garage addition that allows for accessible entry into an existing home as well as access to all levels.

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Collaborating Virtually on a Universal Design Project with Sketchup

From Rolling Rains Report comes a demonstration of Sketchup software in the development of a universally designed kitchen.  This demo features (via Skype) Linda Knapp of Craft-Maid Cabinetry.