Knack Universal Design

Knack Universal Design

Contents

Chapter 1 Life Cycles

Life Cycles

Fine Motor Challenges

Visual Challenges

Just Not as Agile

Mobility Challenges

Memory Loss

Chapter 2 Entries and Doorways

Entry Doors

Threshold Ramps

Entry Thresholds

Patio Door Thresholds

Garage-to-House Entry

Flooring Transitions (floor-carpet)

Spread 3 Around the Car

Extra space to get in

Look for level ground

Electronic Garage Door opener

Keypad outside garage door

Spread 4 Exterior Door Hardware

Getting inside (outside hardware)

Getting inside (outside hardware)

Getting out of the house

Getting out of the house: limiting egress

Spread 5 Interior doors: Quick Fixes

Narrow doorways

Folding screen

Levered door handles

Easy locking and unlocking

Spread 6 Remodeling Interior Doorway

Pocket Doors

Pocket door

Widening the doorway

Widening the doorway

Chapter 3 Flooring Treatment

Hard Surfaces

Carpeting

Edge Treatments

Throw Rugs

Patterns

Chapter 4 Kitchen Counter & Sink

Kitchen Counters

Edge Treatments

Sinks

Counter Work Spaces

Wheelchair Modifications for Sinks and Counters

Faucets and Other Sink Attachments

Chapter 5 Kitchen Storage

Pull-out Shelves

Shallow Pantry Shelves

Interior Cabinet Modifications

Drawers

Wheelchair Accessible Storage

Alzheimer's Safety Adaptations

Chapter 6 Kitchen Appliances

Stove

Wall oven

Built-in Cooktop

Microwave

Refrigerators, Washers and Dryers

Placement of Appliances

Chapter 7 Arthritic Hand Helpers

Door handles

Levered faucets

Soap and Water

I Can Manage Without It But…

Appliances and Built Ins

Vacuums and Brooms

Chapter 8 Bathroom Sink and Toilet

Bathroom Sink Adaptation

Bathroom Faucets

Medicine Cabinet

Toilet

Grab Bars

Emergency Pull Cord

Chapter 9 Tub and Shower

Bathtubs

Tub Fixtures

Transfer Chair and Seat

Shower Stall

Shower Fixtures

Shower Enclosures

Chapter 10 Living and Dining Room

Sofa

Placement of Sofa

Easy Chairs

Tables and Storage Furniture

Lighting

Dining Tables

Chapter 11 Home Office and Den and Dining Room

Bookcases

TV

Desks

Computers

Laptop Tables

Organizing Paperwork

Chapter 12 Bedrooms

Bed height

Size of Bed Wall

Mattresses

Bed Transfer Slings

Emergency Pull-Cord

Light Controls

Chapter 13 Storage and Organizing

Closets

Drawers and shelves

Linens

Collectibles

Photographs

Memorabilia

Chapter 14 Halls and Stairs

Hallways

Chair Rails/Bars

Illuminated Light Switches

Elevators

Stair Lifts

Chapter 15 Color Considerations

The Aging Eye

The Effects of Yellowing

Contrast Colors between Walls and Floors

Edge Treatments

Combining Patterns

Minimizing Linear Elements

Chapter 16 Windows and Window Treatments

Patio Doors

Crank-out Windows

Flip Windows

Window Coverings

Light and Glare

Remote Controls

Chapter 17 Lighting

Skylights

Ambient lighting

Recessed Lights

Task lighting

Motion Sensors on Lights

Switch and Switch Plates

Chapter 18 Other Elements

Thermostat

Smoke Smoke and Gas Detectors

Wearable Emergency Call Buttons

Opener Device

Emergency On-Call Services

Adapted Telephones

Chapter 19 Landscaping and Gardening

Lighting

Surfaces: Softscape vs. Hardscape

Levels & topography

Gardening with Arthritis

Gardening with Limited Mobility

Gardening Alternatives: indoor gardening, container gardening

Chapter 20 Resources

Index