Senior-Friendly Kitchen Remodeling

October 20, 2015 | Home Improvement

As a follow-up to our recent blog on designing senior-friendly bathrooms, we felt a blog about senior-friendly kitchens for those who choose to age in their own homes would be appropriate. Kitchen remodeling to empower older folks to live independently and safely does take some forethought but it does not need to be complicated or expensive. The professional designers at Booher Remodeling Company in Indianapolis take into account each client’s current requirements in addition to potential obstacles that may come up. Sound and light. Hearing and vision are two of the most common challenges for seniors. Kitchen areas including prep stations, cooktop, and sink must be well-lit and electronic devices like timers and smoke detectors need to be loud enough to hear. Easy, pain-free opening. Another common ailment as we age is arthritis and joint pain. Long-handles rather than small knobs on drawers, levered door handles rather than doorknobs, and levered … Continued

Senior-Friendly Bathroom Renovations

October 9, 2015 | Bathroom Design

With more and more seniors choosing to stay in their homes rather than moving into care facilities, ensuring that the home is safe and secure is extremely important. One of the most important spaces to consider when designing a barrier-free home for aging in place is the bathroom. At Booher Remodeling Company of Indianapolis, we know what needs to be taken into consideration during bathroom remodeling and we are happy to work with our clients to create a home where they can age gracefully. Some of the factors our designers take into account when remodeling a bathroom for seniors include: Our clients’ current physical and health needs and their anticipated needs. Bathroom doors should measure 36” for easy access. We recommend that you have at least one full bath on the main floor of the house. This should include a toilet and either a tub or shower. Keeping in mind … Continued