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If you’ve ever heard the term Universal Design (UD), you might think it only applies to “Aging in Place”, helping older adults stay in their homes safely and comfortably. And while that’s certainly part of it, the truth is: Universal Design benefits all of us. I know...
The goal of universal design is to create a living space which anticipates a homeowner’s growing needs. In other words, it grows through the life changes as you “age in place”, a commonly used term. The theory of universal design is that everyone, regardless of their...
We are excited and honored that Better Homes and Gardens reached out to Golden Rule Builder's own Dennis Reitz for expert advice in a recent article about Universal Design / Aging in Place. Universal Design involves optimizing comfort and accessibility at home...
In 2012, GRB received GreenBuilder's Best Aging-in-Place Home Award for the custom Universal Design home we built for Ron Knecht in Catlett, a small town in Fauquier County, Virginia. GreenBuilder says, "Combining ADA-compliant design with green features is a win-win...
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