The Adaptable House : Designing Homes for Change

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Written by an internationally recognized flexible housing advocate, THE ADAPTABLE HOUSE provides specific design approaches and techniques that facilitate flexible design–both on the inside and outside–making it simple to alter a dwelling layout, demolish partitions or build new ones, upgrade heating systems, change the location of stairs, etc.The book is divided into three logical sections: the first sets the stage for adaptibility, the second outlines relevant p… More >>

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East Coast Home + Design

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A regional shelter magazine serving the affluent communities of Fairfield and Westchester County’s features Interior Designers and Builders. Both inspirational and aspirational, our beautiful photography and informative editorial make this a coffee table must for the Homeowner interested in design… More >>

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Universal Design for the Home: Great Looking, Great Living Design for All Ages, Abilities, and Circumstances

  • ISBN13: 9781592533817
  • Condition: NEW
  • Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

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Universal Design (UD) is coming of age. Once a home design specialty that was little known, of limited interest, and a source of embarrassment more than pride, it is attracting widespread media attention and taking on (as befits its name) almost universal appeal — and with good reason. The concept emerged years ago out of the need to make homes safe and accessible for the elderly, the handicapped and the very young. Some of the design options were good-looking, but… More >>

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