Download or read book Universal Design for the Home written by Wendy A. Jordan and published by Rockport Publishers. This book was released on 2008-02-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Universal Design (UD) is coming of age. Once a home design specialty that was little known, of limited interest, and a source of embarrassment more than pride, it is attracting widespread media attention and taking on (as befits its name) almost universal appeal -- and with good reason. The concept emerged years ago out of the need to make homes safe and accessible for the elderly, the handicapped and the very young. Some of the design options were good-looking, but others seemed institutional. Today, there are so many stylish, beautiful, good-sense universal-design options that choosing them has become a "why not?" rather than a "why?" decision. Universal Design for the Home features a blend of beautiful projects, creative ideas, and substantive planning information. Highly visual, the book features projects showing room contexts, as well as detail shots. The mix of projects encompasses small and large houses; one-story and multi-story houses; and ideas for general accessibility and comfort as well as some targeted more directly at handicap accessibility. There is an emphasis on remodeled projects, but new homes designed with an eye toward accessibility -- present and future -- are included as well. Chapters cover the spectrum of accessible home planning, from room arrangements to kitchens, baths, entries, and exterior areas. The book displays fresh, inspiring design ideas as well as must-have, good-sense solutions, such as wider doorways. Basic specifications, how-to tips, and other technical content are featured throughout the book in easy-to-find boxes and sidebars.

Download or read book Residential Remodeling and Universal Design written by NAHB Research Center and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Residential Remodeling and Universal Design written by Carol Schaake and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1996-12 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide suggests products and designs conceived to create comfortable, functional environments for everyone regardless of age or ability. The ideas are described and illustrated to assist you and your remodeler in planning your home modification project. The ideas in the book are intended for use in remodeling private homes. Their purpose is to help make the average home more functional and easier for everyone to use. The suggested features do not necessarily provide home access for all people with specific physical limitations. Extensive illustrations.

Download or read book Residential Remodeling and Universal Design written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Residential Remodeling and Universal Design Making Homes More Comfortable and Accessible written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Universal Design and Aging written by Steve Hoffacker and published by . This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Universal Design And Aging: Keeping Our Homes Safe, Accessible & Comfortable As We Age In Place" is a special type of book written for both consumers who want to do their own remodeling and renovation as well as the professionals who help them or provide it, to achieve a safe, accessible, comfortable, visitable, and convenient living environment while enhancing the enjoyment and value of the home for everyone in the home and those who come to visit. While universal design appeals to all ages and abilities, this books focuses on seniors and how they can get the maximum enjoyment out of the home they have selected to remain living in. The strategies and solutions that are suggested are nearly invisible - ones that do not call attention to the design but fit right in as functional elements to achieve the objective of a safe design for those living in the home as well as the occasional visot or houseguest. Aging in place and remaining in the home are guiding principles - along with safety and accessibility. The 7 chapters in this book are; 1 - "Why Choose Universal Design For Aging In Place?" 2 - "Universal Design As A Solution," 3 - "Easy Universal Design Solutions," 4 - "More Extensive And Intensive Universal Design Solutions," 5 - "Other Universal Design Safety And Convenience Strategies," 6 - "Universal Design On The Outside," and 7 - "Summary Of Universal Design Treatments." This book will serve as a ready guide for evaluating the improvements in your home that will help it appeal to members of the household, visitors and guests, and future owners - plus doing the work yourself or having it done.

Download or read book Universal Design for Safety written by Steve Hoffacker and published by . This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Universal Design For Safety: Creating Safe & Accessible Living Spaces For All Ages" is a book written for consumers who want to do their own remodeling and renovation to remain in their home and age in place successfully (or just get the most out of their home for the next few years) as well as the professionals who will help them or provide it. The objective is for anyone to achieve a safe, accessible, comfortable, visitable, and convenient living environment while enhancing the enjoyment and value of the home for everyone in the home and those who come to visit. Safety is the key focus for creating living spaces that will meet the needs of those currently in the home or apartment (this book is for owners as well as renters) as well as the next residents - whenever that might be. Universal design appeals to all ages and abilities, and the strategies and solutions that are suggested yield nearly invisible improvements - ones that do not call attention to the design but fit right in as functional elements to achieve a safe design for those living in the home as well as the occasional visit or houseguest. Safety, accessibility, comfort, and convenience are expressed guiding principles. The 7 chapters in this book are; 1 - "Universal Design Promotes Safety," 2 - "Universal Design Has Huge Benefits," 3 - "Easy Universal Design Solutions," 4 - "More Extensive And Intensive Universal Design Solutions," 5 - "More Universal Design Safety And Convenience Strategies," 6 - "Universal Design On The Outside," and 7 - "Summary Of Universal Design For Safety." This book will serve as a ready guide for evaluating safety in the home and designing improvements that will help it appeal to members of the household, visitors, houseguests, and future owners - plus doing the work yourself or having it done.

Download or read book The Benefits and Cost Effectiveness of the Universal Design Approach in Residential Construction written by Victoria M. Heydari and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this research was to investigate more fully the topic of universal design and all that it encompasses. Special attention was given to the benefits and cost effectiveness of the universal design approach in new residential construction versus the costs associated with remodeling and existing property. The research also focused on universal kitchen design and its importance in residential universal design. The scope of the research includes an introduction to universal design including the history of universal design. The significance and motivation for the research is discussed, as well as key terms and a thorough review of the related literature on the residential universal design approach to construction. Various methods of research were used for this paper most notably; interactive and observational research studies, qualitative and quantitative analysis and pilot studies have been included. The results demonstrate the importance of understanding universal design and its effects on individuals and caretakers. The research supports that education, in all facets of universal design, is the critical link to understanding, communicating, and implementing the universal design approach in residential construction. It is anticipated that education and a thoughtful marketing plan will eliminate the many constraints of universal design in both theory and practice. The data supports that people are living longer than previous generations and thus, at some stage in our lives we are going to need some degree of assistance whether it is temporary or permanent. As designers, it is our responsibility to be inclusive.

Download or read book Cut The Chaos written by Tim P Jones and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2015-01-30 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CUT THE CHAOS is perhaps the only true “guidebook” you may ever find that has been written with the specific intention of preparing a home owner for what awaits them prior to beginning the home remodeling process. I want you to know this much right now -- remodeling your home may only happen once in a lifetime for the average homeowner. That being the case, wouldn’t you want to prepare yourself with every advantage possible to ensure the successful completion of your project? Well that’s exactly what I’ve done for you in CUT THE CHAOS. From preliminary design to construction documents, I share with you many of my experiences over 35 years of designing homes. From permit processing to final inspection, you will learn about my keys to success – thoughts and actions that are absolutely imperative for you to incorporate into your project. When you read this book before you start your remodeling project, it will be the best investment you make on a journey that is going to change your life. “Tim has the drive and determination to succeed that I’ve seen in all highly successful people. He is so outgoing and positive, and he maintains that effort by putting others first. His visionary approach to home remodeling sets him apart from all the rest. This book is a testament to that fact.” – Greg Herlean, Author & CEO Horizon Trust. “I witnessed Tim begin his personal transformation in the Spring of 2011 at my Internet Marketing course. At the time, I had no idea of his professional background. His passion for design has become evident to me, and that is surpassed only by the love in his heart for what he does.” - Alex Mandossian, Founder MarketingOnLine.com. “I have personally trained Tim at several Small Business events over the previous few years. He is dedicated, committed, and completely devoted to serving his community. It would be wise for you to hear his words and seriously consider his suggestions.” – Bill Walsh, America’s Small Business Expert

Download or read book Universal Design written by Roberta Null and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the baby boom generation ages, it is crucial that designers understand all they can about bringing this group, as well as all others, design that will offer function, aesthetics, and quality of life. Full of examples and illustrated with pictures of good design, Universal Design: Principles and Models details how the principles of universal desi

Download or read book Residential Interior Design written by Maureen Mitton and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-04-07 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical approach to planning residential spaces Residential Interior Design: A Guide To Planning Spaces is the industry-standard reference for all aspects of residential space planning, with a practical focus on accessible design, ergonomics, and how building systems affect each space. This new third edition has been updated with the most recent code information, including the 2015 International Residential Code and the International Green Construction Code, and new content on remodeling. Packed with hundreds of drawings and photographs, this book illustrates a step-by-step approach to design that applies to any residential space, and ensures that the most important factors are weighted heavily in the decision making process. Daily use is a major consideration, and the authors explore the minimum amount of space each room requires to function appropriately while examining the host of additional factors that impact bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and more. Detailed information about accessibility is included in each chapter, making this book a reliable design reference for "aging in place" and universal design. The new companion website features teaching tools and a variety of learning supplements that help reinforce the material covered. Interior design is a fundamental component of a residential space, and a required skill for architecture and design professionals. This book is a complete reference on all aspects of residential design, and the factors that make a space "work." Design spaces with primary consideration of daily use Account for building systems, accessibility, human factors, and more Get up to date on the latest residential interior building codes Plan interiors for any home, any style, and any budget Designing a residential interior is about more than choosing paint colors and furniture—it's about people, and how they interact and use the space. It's about shaping the space to conform to its function in the best possible way. Residential Interior Design provides clear, comprehensive guidance on getting it right every time.

Download or read book Universal Design Handbook 2E written by Wolfgang Preiser and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2010-10-11 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Latest Advances in Universal Design Thoroughly updated and packed with examples of global standards and design solutions, Universal Design Handbook, Second Edition, covers the full scope of universal design, discussing how to develop media, products, buildings, and infrastructure for the widest range of human needs, preferences, and functioning. This pioneering work brings together a rich variety of expertise from around the world to discuss the extraordinary growth and changes in the universal design movement. The book provides an overview of universal design premises and perspectives, and performance-based design criteria and guidelines. Public and private spaces, products, and technologies are covered, and current and emerging research and teaching are explored. This unique resource includes analyses of historical and contemporary universal design issues from seven different countries, as well as a look at future trends. Students, advocates, policy makers, and design practitioners will get a theoretical grounding in and practical reference on the physical and social roles of design from this definitive volume. UNIVERSAL DESIGN HANDBOOK, SECOND EDITION, COVERS: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities U.S. accessibility codes and standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Life safety standards and guidelines Universal design implementations in Norway, Japan, France, Germany, Brazil, Italy and the Old City of Jerusalem Planning ADA implementation in public educational institutions Urban scale and mass transportation universal design Designing inclusive experiences, including outdoor play settings Office and workspace design Universal design in home building and remodeling Products and technologies, including autos, web access, media, and digital content Universal design research initiatives, education, and performance assessments

Download or read book Residential Design for Aging In Place written by Drue Lawlor and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-08-18 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consult Residential Design for Aging In Place, the key reference for designing homes for aging people, if you seek to understand how to create effective spaces for the elderly. Interior designers, architects, and homebuilders are increasingly asked by clients to design homes to allow for adaptation over time, and this is the definitive guide, endorsed by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Find case study examples of good design solutions for designing for aging in place from two authors who are highly respected fellows of the ASID.

Download or read book Practical Guide to Universal Home Design written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Common Sense Universal Design written by Steve Hoffacker and published by . This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Common Sense Universal Design: Creating Accessible, Safe, Comfortable & Desirable Homes" is a special type of book written for both consumers who want to do their own remodeling and renovation as well as the professionals who help them or provide it, to achieve a safe, accessible, comfortable, and convenient living environment while enhancing the enjoyment and value of the home for everyone in the home and those who come to visit. The objective is to appeal to all ages and abilities and to implement strategies and solutions that are nearly invisible - ones that do not call attention to the design but fit right in as functional elements to achieve the objective of a safe design for the widest possible audience. Aging in place and remaining in the home are guiding principles - along with safety and accessibility. The 7 chapters in this book are; 1 - "What Is Universal Design?" 2 - "Universal Design As A Solution," 3 - "Easy Universal Design Solutions," 4 - "More Involved Universal Design Solutions," 5 - "Other Universal Design," 6 - "Universal Design On The Outside," and 7 - "Summary Of Universal Design Treatments." This book will serve as a ready guide for installing the improvements in your home that will help it appeal to members of the household, visitors and guests, and future owners.

Download or read book Designing for the Disabled The New Paradigm written by Selwyn Goldsmith and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-09-10 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Selwyn Goldsmith's Designing for the Disabled has, since it was first published in 1963, been a bible for practising architects around the world. Now, as a new book with a radical new vision, comes his Designing for the Disabled: The New Paradigm. Goldsmith's new paradigm is based on the concept of architectural disability. As a version of the social model of disability, it is not exclusively the property of physically disabled people. Others who are afflicted by it include women, since men customarily get proportionately four times as many amenities in public toilets as women - and women have to queue where men do not - and those with infants in pushchairs, because normal WC facilities are invariably too small to get a pushchair and infant into. To counter architectural disability, Goldsmith's line is that the axiom for legislation action has to be 'access for everyone' - it should not just be 'access for the disabled', as it presently is with the Part M building regulation and relevant provisions of the 1995 Disability Discrimination Act. In a 40-page annex to his book he sets out the terms that a new-style Part M regulation and its Approved Document might take, one that would cover alterations to existing buildings as well as new buildings. But architects and building control officers need not, he says, wait for new a legislation to apply new practical procedures to meet the requirements of the current Part M regulation; they can, as he advises, act positively now. This is a book which will oblige architects to rethink the methodology of designing for the disabled. It is a book that no practising architect, building control officer, local planning officer or access officer can afford to be without.

Download or read book Residential Kitchen Design written by Thomas Koontz and published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Company. This book was released on 1994 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Kitchens are an increasingly important facet of residential design, and often result in the highest cost per square foot of any room in a residence. Residential Kitchen Design offers a research-based method for both creating new kitchens and remodeling existing ones. It responds to today's lifestyle factors, technology, and house sizes to accommodate clients in the 1990s and into the next century." "This guide updates the concept of kitchen centers presented by Glenn Beyer in the early 1950s, incorporating the current philosophies of universal design and accessibility. Detailed, specific guidelines are provided for successful design of conventional and increasingly popular multiple-cook kitchens. The design process for kitchen renovation projects is included in response to the trend toward housing renovation and rehabilitation." "Specific instructions on implementation are particularly useful. The authors address every design step from needs assessment to the construction phase." "Both a new and a remodeling project are illustrated to demonstrate each step of the application process in kitchen design. Included are extensive graphics that clarify various design methods and solutions to spatial problems that may confront the designer." "Appendices feature a list of design and construction documents required to bring the kitchen concept to reality, tables that assist with lighting design, and sources for additional information on specific products and appliances." "The design method employed makes Residential Kitchen Design as accessible for design newcomers as it is for experienced professionals. It will be a valuable source for interior designers, architects, builders/developers, and kitchen designers."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved