One year all-white is all the rage; the next, it’s all about shadowy tones. Home design trends come and go (remember Hollywood Regency?), but one that by definition is meant for the long haul is ...

The number of baby boomers – people ages 65 and older – in the United States has increased steadily during the past century. Many baby boomers are in the process of deciding if they want to stay in ...

When Chicago residents Cheryl Smalling and Jim Zalewa began looking for a new home, they knew they wanted a place with few or no stairs. “We are getting older, and when you get older, you get tired of ...

In our 40s, we’ve accepted the aches and pains that remind us we’re no longer 25. That said, the last thing we want to think about is how our health might look in our 60s and 70s, much less what ...

Whether you’re raising a young family or beginning to enjoy an empty nest, the design of your home should meet your changing needs. Families looking to customize their homes to suit their lifestyles ...

Universal design is one of the most important trends in residential construction and home improvement today. Also known as disabled access or visitability, this type of design allows everyone to enter ...

AARP reports that almost 90 percent of those over 65 want to live in their homes as long as possible so they can age in place comfortably. In “A State Survey of Livability Policies and Practices” from ...

Adding a few small features can make your home safer for daily living When most people think about putting grip bars in the shower, widening doors for wheelchairs, installing walk-in bathtubs or ...