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Integrating Universal Design into Remodeling September 22, 2009 Remodeling Futures Conference Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies RL Mace Universal Design Institute
Integrating Universal Design into Remodeling
September 22, 2009
Remodeling Futures ConferenceHarvard Joint Center for Housing Studies
RL Mace Universal Design Institute
Typical Homes
Peter Pan Homes
A Universal Approach to Remodeling
• Home Access Modifications– Add UD approach
• “Standard” Remodeling– Add UD features
Entry Alteration
A Universal Approach to Remodeling
• Home Access Modifications– Add UD approach
• “Standard” Remodeling– Add UD features
Curbless Showers
Irma Dobkin
Project Types
• Entrance/Porch
• Circulation
• Bath
• Kitchen
• Storage
• Addition/Other
UNIVERSAL DESIGN
UNIVERSAL DESIGN
Equitable Use
Flexibilityin Use
Simple and Intuitive Use
Perceptible Information
Size and Space for Approach and Use
Low Physical Effort
Tolerance for Error
The Principles work most effectively when used together
Universal Entrance
The Center for Universal Design
Concrete Change
VistAbility in PA
Vertical Platform Lift
With Landscaping and Roof
Louis Tennenbaum
Avoid
Pretty but...
Circulation
Door Widening
Circulation
Door width– 3’-0” (or 2’-10”)
Hall width– Minimum 3’-6”
preferred
Stacked Closets
Residential Elevator
Dual Handrails
StorageStorage
Bathroom
Confusion
Major Renovation
Toilets
The Center for Universal Design
The Center for Universal Design
Commode Closet
Curbless Showers
Irma Dobkin
Three-WayBathing
Kitchen
Very Accessible - Not UD
Better Design
Universal Kitchen
Adaptable Base CabinetsAdaptable Base Cabinets
Commonwealth Construction & Design, Inc.Chapel Hill, NC
ApplianceChoices
Storage at all reach ranges
FrontOperations
Home Automation
No Touch Faucet
Household Advantages
Aging in place• Remodeling dollars saved• Move out delayed or eliminated• Convenience • Ease of Use• Safety• Independence
Universal Design
Broad beneficiaries– Visiting Relatives/Friends– Multi-generational use
Market Appeal– Attractive to future buyer
Customization
Barriers/OpportunitiesIndustry readiness
• Builder/remodeler expertise
• Designer expertise
Finance - incentives
• Industry awareness - lenders, appraisers,
inspectors, Realtors
Government involvement
Lack of consumer awareness and demand
Household Fears
• Aging
• Disability
• Health Problems
• Appearance
• Resale value
• Not currently needed
• Costly
Action Steps
• Add UD/Home Access Remodeling to Existing Services
• Be creative• Re-characterize typical work
Action Steps
• CAPS Training• Advanced CAPS• National Branding Initiative
Review
• UD - home access modifications• UD – standard projects• Consumer resistance• Stimulus needed?• Initiatives underway• Resources are available
Designing for Human Diversity
R.L. Mace Universal Design Institute
Chapel Hill, NC
Office: 919-960-6734Web: udinstitute.org
Richard [email protected]
R.L. Mace Universal Design Institute
