Tag Archives: Universal Design

Loved Kathy Ireland’s Take on Wellness In Our Homes

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Mitzi

High Point October Market was such an affirmation to me that WELLNESS in our homes is a hot topic, even … Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Events, Wellness | Tagged #HPMkt, Alden Parks, articles on universal design, BoomerSmarts Design, chairs, Company C, Fairfield Chair, high point market, High Point Market 2018, HPMKT 2018, Interior Design, Kathy Ireland, Kathy Ireland Worldwide, Lexington Home Brands, Madcap Cottage, Mitzi Beach, Norwalk Furniture, Nourison Carpets, Port 68, Taylor Burke Home, Thibaut 1886, Universal Design, Universal Furniture, wellness, wellness by design, Woodbridge Furniture Co. | 2 Comments

Busting Bogus Boomer Beliefs, Part 3

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Mitzi

In this third and final post for our Busting Bogus Boomer Beliefs series, we’re talking about home trends — what … Continue reading →

Posted in Lifestyles | Tagged 50 plus, accessibility and ease, Angie's list, architects, Baby Boomers, Boomers, boomers are busy, BoomerSmarts Wisdom, builders, cedar closet, convenience, ease of maintenance, entertaining, ergonomic house, generational changes, handrails, home trends for boomers, master suite, Mitzi Beach, motion lighting, outdoor living, raise standard of living, realtors, remodeling trends, smaller home footprint, storage, undercounter lighting, Universal Design, upgraded lighting, usable storage | Leave a comment

What has no age discrimination?

Posted on September 17, 2016 by Mitzi

I love this photo of my mom and me but I do not like where it was taken.

Posted in Aging in Place, Design, Lifestyles | Tagged 50+, AARP, ageless designing, Aging In Place, asid, assisted living facility, Barbara Barton, bathroom grab bars, Boomers, boomersmart, BoomerSmarts approved products, breaking hip and wrist, Carla Aston, Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Certified Living in Place Professional Course, curbless or zero clearance shower, Erik Listou, Fall Awareness Month, falls happen to all ages and do no discriminate on age, flip flops, grab bar, head injury, Katharine Pooley, KBA, KBIS, knee replacement surgery, KUBE architecture, Mahabis slippers, most falls could be prevented, National Association of Home Builders, NKBA, physical therapy, potential hazards, preventable accidents, Robin LaMonte, shower curb, thin pad and low pile carpeting, Universal Design | 4 Comments

Got space? Make it a sanctuary.

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Mitzi

Do you have a favorite place in your home where you love to kick back and relax? My favorite retreat … Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Lifestyles | Tagged Aging In Place, birdcage, Boomers, BoomerSmarts Wisdom, cardinals, decorating, french antique table, hangout time, healthy homes, healthy lifestyles, indoor gardening, Interior Design, no laptop allowed, orchid hospital, orchids, outdoor space, sanctuary space, screened in porch, Universal Design | Leave a comment

Is Your Bathroom Ready for All Ages and Stages?

Posted on April 19, 2015 by Mitzi

Do you know what it takes to create a barrier-free, BoomerSmarts® bathroom for any stage or any age? Learn the … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging in Place, Design | Tagged #BoomerSmarts Design, 50+ tips, accessibility, Aging In Place, aging in place with style, barrier free bathroom, bathroom safety, cypress, Downsizing, grab bars, hand-held shower, multi-generational bathroom, multi-generational home, safe bathroom, shower, sink, stylish design, tips for safe bathrooms, Universal Design | 1 Comment

More Hot Trends from #KBIS2015

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Mitzi

WOW! How hard it is to narrow down my list of amazing new products from the Kitchen and Bath International … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged #BlogTourVegas, #KBIS2015, #WoodMode, Aging In Place, Fisher and Paykel, hot design trends, Kalamazoo, Karastan, outdoor living, The Daily Basics, Thermador, TOTO, Universal Design, Walker Zanger, Wellborn, Wilsonart | 7 Comments

Wilsonart: Surfaces For All Ages and Stages

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Mitzi

In #BoomerSmarts designing, one of my main focuses is “aging in place.” Spaces should be functional and ergonomic, and products … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged #BlogTourVegas, #BoomerSmarts Design, #KBIS2015, AEON Enhanced Performance Technology, bathroom surfaces, BoomerSmarts approved products, form and function, kitchen surfaces, products for all ages, Universal Design, Wilsonart, Wilsonart HD laminates | 5 Comments

Meet TOTO: Products Designed for Everyone

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Mitzi

For those of you who are familiar with my #BoomerSmarts philosophy, you know how important it is to find products that … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged #BlogTourVegas, #BoomerSmarts Design, #KBIS2015, ADA compliant, asid, bathrooms, multi-generational homes, products for all ages, products for Baby Boomers, TOTO, Universal Design, universal height, washlet | 2 Comments