To further enhance accessibility and safety within the revamped bathroom, the installation of strategically placed grab bars was incorporated into the design. These sturdy fixtures provide invaluable support and stability, assisting the clients as they navigate the space independently.

Photo by Barbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLC A small residential, seaside property located on Fairfield Beach, Fairfield was renovated by the new owners and adapted for their active family. Barbara was the landscape architect in charge of all of the landscape elements upgrades. She designed new bluestone curving paths to access the front and side doors and designed new landscape lighting to enhance the walks. The existing trees were saved and she designed new shade and salt-tolerant plantings which were added to provide seasonal color and interest while respecting the existing plantings. Along the beach front additional native beach grasses were added to stabilize the dunes while removing some invasive plantings. This work will be phased over the next few years in an effort to keep the sand stable. Beach roses were incorporated into a hollow in the dunes. A small lawn area was renovated and the surrounding Black Pines pruned to provide a small play area and respite from the sun. Beautiful reblooming hydrangeas line the edge of the gravel driveway. Rounded beach stones were used instead of mulch in the island planting along the edge of the adjacent road planted with Miscanthus, Mugo pine and yucca. Barbara designed a custom kayak rack, custom garbage enclosure, a new layout of the existing wooden deck to facilitate access to the side doors, and detailed how to renovate the front door into only an emergency access with new railings and steps. She coordinating obtaining bids and then supervised the installation of all elements for the new landscape the project. The interiors were designed by Jack Montgomery Design of Greenwich, CT and NYC . Tree work was completed by Bartlett Tree Experts. Freddy’s Landscape Company of Fairfield, CT installed the new plantings, installed all the new masonry work and provides landscape maintenance services. JT Low Voltage and Electric installed the landscape lighting.

This ADA-compliant, roll-in shower ensures easy accessibility with a low-threshold entry and anti-slip flooring for added safety. A built-in wooden shower seat offers comfort and stability, while strategically placed grab bars provide essential support. Designed for aging in place, this barrier-free shower blends functionality with modern elegance.

Smaller tile and more grout mean more safety in the shower and bathroom floor. The use of the FinPan curbless shower system mean that no floor joists need to be removed- enabling more functional stability and the ability to put the shower floor down in a day and tile the very next day- thus this bathroom could be done in a weekend (or week with demolition and new plumbing.) Senserit

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New doors, new flooring, new cabinets and we removed the tub. You will also notice that we removed the toilet room doors and widened the opening. We added several hand bars for stability. The shower has no curb to make it easy to get into without the tripping hazard. Hand bars strategically place for an aid to balance. Notice the body sprayers, and hand held wand. The hand bars on the lower level do double duty as a shampoo holder.

This house had unresolved grade issues that made walking around the house difficult. Limestone terraces stabilized the huge slope and created a nicer view from the screen porch. A path was added to allow easy access to all sides of the house.

People with accessibility issues have special considerations and it is not one size fits all. This Client had a bathtub in this space that they could no longer use. We took out the tub and installed a low threshold shower. The curb we custom built to be a low as possible (this house is built on slab and the client did not wan to disturb that). Lots of grab bars for stability at every step of the shower. The wall head and hand shower allow for easier cleaning of both persons and the shower itself.

The graceful pedestal sink offers countertop room for the necessities yet takes up minimal floor space to maximize moveability. Grab bars are stationed at the sink and toilet to permit ease of use and stability. Lighting from three sources aids visibility. Photo: Dan Bawden.

This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Mild steel with dark brown Bri-Wax finish over rusted gun blue patina with cherry wood accents. Stainless steel spring loaded casters with rubber rollers allow the stool easy mobility until you step on the stool and spring loaded casters allow the steel legs to stabilize the stool. The stool works nicely to at the kitchen bar as well as to access out of reach kitchen shelves. Size - 12" x 18" seat, 18" x 20" base, 31 1/2" tall.

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Example of a classic medium tone wood floor dedicated laundry room design in Boston with a side-by-side washer/dryer, a drop-in sink, open cabinets and multicolored walls

Photography by Thomas Kuoh, Stylist: Danny O'Neil
Inspiration for a rustic master concrete floor and gray floor walk-in shower remodel in San Francisco with gray walls, a trough sink and wood countertops

Here we see a hidden gem, a stackable washer-dryer unit conveniently housed within this once linen closet. These units were placed on a custom build washer dryer stand for extra height and stability. The bifold louvered door allows for easy access or concealment, while still allowing for the small space to breathe.

This open and airy craft room was designed to store all the home owners various hobbies out of sight from the family room opposite of it. We designed several custom drawers and access points for electronics and concealed wiring.

This project helped stabilize the driveway and provided safe and easy back yard access.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard river rock driveway in Denver.

Create an office inside an unused closet! Organized Living freedomRail is known for durability and stability. Designed to sustain heavier eight loads such as boxes of files and printer equipment, freedomRail holds up to 150 pounds every 40 inches. Easy to install, adjusts to fit your changing needs and puts you in control of home storage. See more ways to use freedomRail throughout the home: http://www.organizedliving.com/home/products/freedomrail/inspiration-gallery

Restoration of an outdoor pond/fountain area. The client wanted to beautify her pond and make it easily accessible. Through searches, she found CORE Path provided by CORE Landscape Products. She is ecstatic on how it turned out and also raves about how easy it is to walk on and access the pond

This modern and accessible shower features warm-toned, vertically stacked rectangular tiles with subtle texture, creating a spa-like and inviting atmosphere. A sleek, brushed metal grab bar is installed diagonally across the back wall, providing added safety and stability.