Go Modular is proud to present "A Home For All Ages" also
known as "Universal Design."
"A Home For All Ages" is specially
designed to have many "hidden" features that make life easier
for people of all ages - from mothers with baby
strollers, to anyone who has any type of physical challenge.
Baby boomers and empty nesters are deciding to age in place by
building homes with these "universal design" features. With
these "hidden" features, that are beautifully incorporated into
the design, you will never have to build or move again in order
to accommodate changing lifestyle needs!!
Below is the design of the beautiful home that was
constructed and displayed at the Boston Convention Center in September 2007!!
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Wide entrance door with
flat roll-in "easy enter" threshold
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Lever door handles are
easier to open
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Raised "easy to reach"
electrical outlets
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Lower "easy to use" wide
rocker style wall switches
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Large "easy to read"
programmable thermostat located at convenient height for
easy adjustment
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Wide 36" doors for
barrier free movement through out the home
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Kitchen and bath
cabinetry is designed for convenient accessibility to
store, retrieve and use accessories
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Spacious kitchens with
abundant storage and adjustable overhead shelves
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"Easy access" open space
under kitchen sink and cooktop
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Elevated dishwasher to
reduce back strain while loading and unloading
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Full extension drawers
inside cabinets for maximum storage space and easy
access
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Wide spacious hallways to
maximize movement
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Master bathroom "easy
access" clear open space under lavatory vanities
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Master bathroom
barrier-free shower with flexible hose and "all height"
shower head
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Elevated "comfortable
height" water closets in bathrooms
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Easy control, single
level shower faucet with anti scald, pressure balance
feature
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Spacious bathroom mirrors
mounted directly above counter backsplash & for better
viewing
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Energy efficient ambient
and task lighting will reduce energy costs while
maximizing the safe performance of daily living tasks
and activities
In addition, below are several more "Home for all Ages" designs to start
with, and, of course, you can always have one of our designers
who is trained in "universal design" custom design one
especially for you.
