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This concrete ramp is completely leveled to prevent possible falls, and easy access for wheelchairs. Handrails were added for extra security.
Transitional exterior home idea in Austin
Transitional exterior home idea in Austin

Paint by Sherwin Williams
Body Color - City Loft - SW 7631
Trim Color - Custom Color - SW 8975/3535
Master Suite & Guest Bath - Site White - SW 7070
Girls' Rooms & Bath - White Beet - SW 6287
Exposed Beams & Banister Stain - Banister Beige - SW 3128-B
Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor & Design
Hardwood by Kentwood Floors
Hardwood Product Originals Series - Plateau in Brushed Hard Maple
Wall & Floor Tile by Macadam Floor & Design
Counter Backsplash, Shower Niche & Bathroom Floor by Tierra Sol
Backsplash & Shower Niche Product Driftwood Cronos Engraved in Bianco Cararra Mosaic
Bathroom Floor Product Portobello Marmi Classico in Bianco Cararra Herringbone
Shower Wall Tile by Surface Art Inc
Shower Wall Product A La Mode in Honed Mushroom
SMud Set Shower Pan by Emser Tile
Shower Wall Product Winter Frost in Mixed 1in Hexagons
Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Corp
Kitchen Quartz Product True North Calcutta
Master Suite Quartz Product True North Venato Extra
Girls' Bath Quartz Product True North Pebble Beach
All Other Quartz Product True North Light Silt
Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors
Window Product Style Line® Series
Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door
Window Treatments by Budget Blinds
Lighting by Destination Lighting
Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting
Interior Design by Tiffany Home Design
Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets
Customized & Built by Cascade West Development
Photography by ExposioHDR Portland
Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
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This kitchen was designed to meet the needs of a quadriplegic client who had only the limited use of one arm and very limited use of the other hand. She was unable to reach more than 12" across the counter and not at all to the upper cabinets. Every appliance and cabinet is geared for easy accessibility for her to make her own meals. The two upper cabinets have mechanized pull-downs on a remote with the rest of the cabinetry either pull-outs or drawers.

Open concept to maximize functional use of space for residents and caregivers. Universal design elements to maximize independence and remove barriers in areas of high use by residents with mixed abilities, e.g. pedestal table accommodates wheel chairs and is a stable design, unique framing and drywall removes all sharp corners and enables mobility with walkers and wheelchairs, vinyl flooring with sealed seams for an easy rolling surface for walkers and wheelchairs, ductless mini-splits with independent controls empowers control of temperature in each room. Discrete staff work area in kitchen with locking cabinetry for privacy of medical records and storage of medications. Light, bright, happy and safe with views of the outside neighborhood. Designed for independence, mobility and safety for residents with developmental disabilities living in a house with extra care provided.

All of the countertops are at 34" height above the floor with the exception of the standard dishwasher. She can use the back of the counter to set things within easy reach. The one central light was removed and 5 recessed lights added for greater visual acuity.

A caregiver's area showing the bed in the background in this new aging in place apartment by DT
Bedroom - mid-sized traditional bedroom idea in Austin
Bedroom - mid-sized traditional bedroom idea in Austin

FOLD DOWN BENCH, MOEN SLIDER BAR
Example of a classic bathroom design in Austin
Example of a classic bathroom design in Austin

FOLD DOWN BENCH, MOEN SLIDER BAR
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Austin
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Austin

FOLD DOWN BENCH, MOEN SLIDER BAR
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Austin
Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Austin
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