Monday, December 15, 2008

More on housing trends!

The trends in new homes as our population ages. Here are more things we’re seeing – and they make a lot of sense:
Master suites downstairs. Raised dishwashers so users don’t have to bend as much. Raised, front-loading washers and dryers. Wide halls and doors. Lower light switches. Levers, rather than knobs, on doors. Pull-out shelving in cabinets to avoid reaching. More room beneath counters for wheelchair access. Remote controls for lighting, ceiling fans, blinds, curtains and gas fireplaces. No steps at the front door and from the garage to the inside of the home.

When you look at a lot of new homes you almost need to look for these things in order to notice them. Builders are designing homes sop well that these features blend in.

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