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Universal Design73 Stories

My Houzz: A Master’s Design Goes Green and Universal
Houzz ToursMy Houzz: A Master’s Design Goes Green and Universal
By Lauren Piasecki
Adapting $500 house plans in Pittsburgh leads to planned Platinum LEED certification and better accessibility for one of the owners
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My Houzz: Accessibility With Personality in an 1870 Home
Houzz ToursMy Houzz: Accessibility With Personality in an 1870 Home
By Rikki Snyder
Hand-painted murals and personal touches fill an accessible home with warmth and charm
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Small Luxuries: Motorized Window Coverings Offer Benefits to All
Window TreatmentsSmall Luxuries: Motorized Window Coverings Offer Benefits to All
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
Free yourself from the mess of cords and the bother of blind rods. Motorized blinds and drapes make managing natural light easy
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My Houzz: Universal Design Helps an 8-Year-Old Feel at Home
Universal DesignMy Houzz: Universal Design Helps an 8-Year-Old Feel at Home
By Becki Peckham
An innovative sensory room, wide doors and hallways, and other thoughtful design moves make this Canadian home work for the whole family
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Universal Bath Design: Light Your Bathroom for All Ages and Abilities
Bathroom DesignUniversal Bath Design: Light Your Bathroom for All Ages and Abilities
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
Learn about uplighting, downlighting, visual cueing and avoiding glare for a bathroom that's safe and works for all
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9 Outdoor Lighting Schemes That Get Universal Design Right
Gardening and Landscaping9 Outdoor Lighting Schemes That Get Universal Design Right
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
Boost safety and a feeling of welcome with exterior lighting that offers visual cues and clearly defines paths
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Houzz Tour: Accessibility Meets Contemporary on an Austin Hilltop
Universal DesignHouzz Tour: Accessibility Meets Contemporary on an Austin Hilltop
By Vanessa Brunner
Banish all thoughts of sterile schemes. This new build in Texas features universal design in warm, comfortable style
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Design Safer Stairs and Halls With Universal Lighting Strategies
Universal DesignDesign Safer Stairs and Halls With Universal Lighting Strategies
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
See how lighted handrails, stair treads and more can make navigating inclines and passages easier for all ages
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Universal Lighting Design Strategies for 4 Key Home Areas
Universal DesignUniversal Lighting Design Strategies for 4 Key Home Areas
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
Brighten the way for eyes of any age with ambient and task lighting that supports safety and imparts beauty
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How to Light a Kitchen for Older Eyes and Better Beauty
Universal DesignHow to Light a Kitchen for Older Eyes and Better Beauty
By Anne-Marie Brunet, CMKBD, CAPS
Include the right kinds of light in your kitchen's universal design plan to make it more workable and visually pleasing for all
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Universal Design Opens Up a Hilltop Landscape
Universal DesignUniversal Design Opens Up a Hilltop Landscape
By Vanessa Brunner
See how gently winding paths and artificial turf offer access to a wheelchair user and enjoyable spaces for the whole family
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