As schools are back in session, you may find the chaos of the classroom has exploded all over your kids’ rooms or your house. Wrangling it all together, and dedicating space that encourages learning requires careful planning. … [Read more...]
Modifying Your Home to Accommodate a Residential Safe Room
Shelter from Tornadoes in a Home Safe Room Texas has the highest average annual number of tornadoes in the United States. According to the Texas Almanac, an average of 132 tornadoes touch down each year. While tornadoes are … [Read more...]
Enhancing Home Value and Aging-in-Place with Universal Design
If you plan to live out your retirement years in your own home, adding universal design features will make aging in place safer and more comfortable. And if you should later sell, your buyers will appreciate how these … [Read more...]
Design Your Home to Care For You – A Universal Design Checklist
“A home with universal design features is a home that fits everyone—even those who face special physical challenges.” -AARP In this article entitled “How Well is Your Home Caring for You?” The AARP provides a valuable list by … [Read more...]
Dallas Architect Comments on Senior Living Trends
Dallas Architect, Laura Davis, AIA comments on anticipating changing trends in housing design and sustainable senior living. The Baby Boomer segment of our population is rapidly approaching retirement. As this … [Read more...]
