Universal Home Design
Top 4 Universal Design Concepts to Consider for your New Home
The features in a universal home focus on practical day-to-day needs. Talk with your builder about special adaptations to make your home work with you for years to come.
Consider the difference it would make to have these universal design adjustments in your new home:
1. Ease of movement throughout the home
No steps (possible ramps or elevators, as featured)
Smooth surface flooring, non-slip tile or dense-weave carpet
Wide hallways and doorways
Open floor plan
2. A kitchen fit for anyone:
- Lowered countertops and cabinets
- Appliance accessibility
- Open knee space under sinks and counters
- Full extension drawers
- Shallow sink with side-mounted faucet
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3. Master suite features:
First floor location
Adjustable hanging rods and shelves in closet
Bathroom with integrated grab bar
Curbless shower with transfer bench
Slide-bar showerhead and/or multiple-height showerhead
4. Other universal design options throughout the home:
- Lever handles on all doors and faucets
- Sliding casement windows
- Light switches 36 inches or lower from the floor
- Electrical outlets 25 inches or more above the floor
These kinds of features help your home adjust to changing needs over the years as your family grows or you begin to care for elderly relatives.
The more you consider as your new home is built, the less you will need to remodel later - and the more you will be able to enjoy your home.
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Interesting how these concepts allow for future changes as the home owner's needs change.
These are great things to keep in mind, no matter what stage of life the homebuyer is currently at.