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Wall Ovens – Easy open doors

Last year Bosch introduced its Benchmark Series double and single wall ovens available with either left or right-hand side-opening door options.    These side-opening door wall ovens have been popular in Europe for some time now and are gaining popularity.   Mounting these ovens at just the right height for the user provides the perfect ergonomic solution to assist with cooking and…

How Lighting Can Help Seniors Age in Place Safely

Contributed by Kent Elliot, (AtHomeAging.info), edited by Peggy Golden, ASID For many seniors, finding a way to age in place safely and comfortably is extremely important. Being able to stay in your own home as long as possible for those who have lived in the same place for years, represents independence and the ability to…

Arcadian Lighting presents: Interiors For Seniors

Arcadian Lighting presents: Interiors For Seniors   Great article reviewing Interiors for Seniors room design elements and nice lighting.  Pictures are stunning. Accessible Living Design and Aging in Place floor transition ideas. Aging in Place professional for assisting with older parents home living spaces.  We evaluate individual needs for height, reach and mobility distances.  Kitchen and…

Wood Floors – for Kitchens now being seen in Bathrooms

  We are often asked what flooring to install in Kitchens and our recommendation is that the flooring of choice for over 15 years along the Northeast corridor is wood flooring.  Wood floors provide a warmth in appearance and texture, are easy to clean and if you drop something it may not break and most important they…

Aging in Place and Universal Design Ideas

The latest buzz with the 1st wave of the baby boomer generation just turning 65 revolves around our ever-growing Senior population and where they choose to live or retire as they grow older. Everywhere you look there are articles relating information on the care and home facilities for our aging parents. Today family members are scattered across…