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Universal Design Trends in the Kitchen and Bathroom
Universal Design is meant to be all-inclusive and extend beyond the codes. It is about desiging spaces and elements that are aesthetically pleasing while providing functionality for all. How can these ideas be used in the design of a kitchen or bathroom? The Housing Zone offers up some of their tips for making a universally designed bathroom and kitchen.
Lighting for Universal Design
There are many issues and solutions surrounding Universally Designed lighting. The optical and neural changes in the aging eye makes it necesary to provide higher quantities of light that are shielded, balanced, and uniform. There are several architectural and interior design and decorating solutions for these issues. Other issues include energy-saving measures, the effect of different lighting technologies, and the use of color. A Universal Design Living Laboratory Project, was created by graduate students with the Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institutein order to combat this problem.
By Patricia Rizzo
Ultimate Home Design
Flooring Considerations in Senior and Assisted Living Centers
What factors influencing flooring and carpet selection for senior and assisted living centers and related facilities. Dow's Enhancer Technology recommended for its rollabillity, durability, and liquid / odor protection.
by Jack Fiest, Account Manager, Dow Chemical Co.
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Access Living
This project is an office building that models the intersection of universal and green design on an infill site in the River North neighborhood of Chicago. More +
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Ed Roberts Campus - The Essence of Universal Design
Ed Roberts Campus is a universally designed campus that brings disability services together into one building. More +
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National ADA Symposium 2012 - Orlando
When: March 12 - 14, 2012
Where: Caribe Royale, Orlando, FL
Take advantage of the opportunity to tailor your training experience. Multiple tracks of educational sessions are offered to help you deal with the specific challenges posed to your entity by these updated standards and regulations. MORE +
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