Posts Tagged ‘Universal Design’
Pathway on panel discussing how to update your home for aging in place
Aging in place is a goal shared by most people, but what if your present home doesn’t meet your changing needs? Learn what steps you can take to make sure the home you grow old in is both comfortable and safe. Paul Kocharhook (Owner of Pathway Design & Construction) was the guest speaker at the…
Read MoreAw Rats, We Have Bats!
“This was supposed to be the new house we wouldn’t have to work on or fix anything, as it appeared that the previous owners had taken a good care of the home” – shares Paul Kocharhook owner of SODO-based Pathway Design & Construction. Did you know that bat colonies are living throughout Greater Seattle’s rural areas?…
Read MorePathway Joins Northwest Universal Design Council and attends “Designing for Special Populations” forum
We are joining the “Designing for Special Populations” forum on July 24 (organized by Northwest Universal Design Council) to learn more about the importance of Universal Design in variety housing types.
Read MoreAging in Place & Remodeling
Here, Paul discusses the meaning of Aging in Place and how it relates to the construction industry – on Answers for Elders radio show with Suzanne Newman!
Read MoreRemodeling Toward a More “Universal Design”
Have you heard the term, “Universal Design”? Beyond “accessibility” thinking…and designing. Also known as a “barrier-free design”, this kind of home design thinking (and remodeling) will actually increase the ease of use for people of all ages. What’s included in Universal Design? They are elements that can hide in plain sight to anyone in…
Read MoreCould a Remodel Make Daily Activities Easier as You Age?
There’s no place like home. This is especially true for people who have spent many years in one house – raising families and creating a rich history of memories within its walls and with the surrounding neighborhood. As we age, however, we often face mobility and health issues. What was once a comfortable and safe…
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