What is Universal Design?
"Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design. When one considers the safety and convenience of his/her guests in the home, Universal Design becomes an undistinguishable central theme for living. It certainly embraces safety, but more from a convenience standpoint than from a 'warning' posture."
-National Association of Home Builders-Remodelers (NAHBR)
Quite simply explained, universal design creates a living space that is both aesthetically pleasing and intelligently functional for anyone and everyone who may utilize that space. Examples of basic Universal Design include single-lever faucets for sink and bathrooms, door handles instead of doorknobs, widened doorways and hallways, adjustable shelving units, single-level living, etc. Simple modifications like these benefit anyone using the space, not just those with impairments. Houses built with universal design have a distinguishably higher resale value and the demand for homes incorporating this idea is steadily increasing. No matter the design of your home, a few simple modifications completed by the professionals at Aging in Place Builders, Inc. can make all the difference.