Hand-painted murals and personal touches fill an accessible home with warmth and charm

More space for wheelchairs, easier access to appliances and a curbless shower fit a Seattle family's needs

Make aging in place safer and easier with universal design features in the shower and bathroom

Better design and functionality make life easier for a homeowner in a wheelchair

Universal design in these home areas is a thoughtful move even if you don't need it for yourself

Take a book, leave a book. An ingenious lending-library idea is sweeping the nation — see if it's right for your neighborhood

Borrow these ideas from spaces designed around a love of books

Have your books and neatness too, with these ideas for paring down and straightening up a beloved collection

Access for legs and wheels was the priority in this Washington state home's renovation, but universal design doesn't mean less style

Right-size doorways, lever handles and clearance around the sink and commode are a great start in making a powder room accessible to all