Defining “Aging in Place”

More and more blogs are popping up to share information on the topic of "aging in place". I was lucky enough to receive a posting alert that helps to define aging in place to those who may not be…

Aging In Place Challenges: Low Vision and Impaired Hearing

There are many reasons that aging in place may be difficult for some, but if you plan well for normal age related changes you increase your likelihood of success significantly.  Here are some easy…

Common Universal Access Design Features

As a tail-end baby boomer, it is strange to anticipate my golden years. After all, I have a few years to go before I get there... Right? Still, now that the kids are moved out and the morning stretch…

What is Universal Access?

Our demographics are changing. According to Health Canada, at the start of this new century, Canada faces significant aging of its population as the proportion of seniors increases more rapidly than…

Retirees remake their homes to suit “aging in place”

Drawers are more accessible than overhead cabinets for storing dinnerware.

Buying a home: New or previously owned?

Brand-new homes have distinct advantages - and drawbacks. Find out what you need to know to make an informed decision Source: Tara Struyk of Investopedia.com Unless you have unlimited funds, buying a…

The Mudroom: Changing How the Home Functions

Source: "Kitchen Fresh" by Jan Rutgers When I first began my kitchen design career, the mudroom received no attention. In the early years as a supplier of cabinetry the only other rooms looked at…

Featured Collection: “Vacation & Cottage Designs”

Summer time and the living is easy! We hope you are all enjoying the lazy days of summer. Perhaps you are looking at finally building a getaway property or a dream 4-season vacation home or cottage…

The downsizer’s dilemma

As baby boomers age and the nests empty, many individuals look toward down-sizing or "right-sizing" to suit their needs. An article in today's Globe and Mail looks at the process several couples have…

Built Green Canada Helps Renovators Build Green

Source: Financial Post - Business Wire, July 21, 2010 Built Green Canada – which earlier this year expanded across Canada – has increased the options for green building practices by introducing a…

Insulate your house – for comfort in all seasons!

It seems ironic to be in the middle of a heat wave and thinking insulation, but did you know that a well-insulated home will keep you more comfortable year round - and result in energy savings for…