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Universal Design is about simplifying life. It is creating environments that are safe, easy to use, and adaptable to diverse needs.
It is about attention to each client’s personal lifestyle-concerns for straightforwardly functional yet attractive space.
Planning now for new? It can be child friendly, senior friendly, and everyone friendly.
Altering an existing home to address life’s changes? It is possible to accomplish a lot in little space.
Is this a good time to consider UD? Yes, whether anticipating new family members or renovating for changing abilities, more easily aging at home in retirement or adding marketable value to one’s home for future sale.
This Durham, NC renovation exemplifies Universal architectural Design for all users.
A smooth boardwalk from parking circle to a gently rolled deck at front door with no-trip threshold adds a barrier-free main entrance to the home.