When you start to visualize new opportunities for your home, surfaces and finishes many not be the first thing that comes to mind. You might be thinking instead of: A new kitchen design, A garage turned ADU, The creation of new family room. The possibilities are only limited by your budget, lot size (and local
Summer is almost here. That means warmer weather, more water usage for landscaping, and higher utility bills if you have an AC system. With concerns about climate change and high energy bills, many homeowners are looking for green alternatives. Solar panels and native, drought-resistant plants come to mind. But what if you live in a
If you’ve never worked with an architect before, you may be wondering what to expect. Even before your initial meeting with an architect, it might be a wise idea to ask yourself some questions first. What are your design aspirations? Look at images to find what you like and, equally important, what you don’t like.
After tackling your layout, cabinets and drawers, the next step in your kitchen retrofit for aging in place is planning your countertops, sinks and floors. The right countertops, sinks and floors can provide added accessibility and enhance food safety and fall prevention efforts for those with mobility or vision problems. Kitchen Countertops Height To make
Aging in place is an important issue for many seniors. If you live in Marin County, you may know that seniors make up about 27% of the population. Given the option, many would prefer to live in their homes. However, adjustments are not always simple or easily affordable. Architects can help in assessing a home
Of all the modifications to make for successful aging in place in your home, the kitchen retrofit is probably the most extensive and potentially costly. Most homeowners will only undertake a kitchen remodel once or twice, which means you may need to think about retrofits for aging in place long before you reach retirement age.
Have you ever walked into a room and been surrounded by colors that made you feel more alive? Or entered a space that immediately made you feel calm, safe and tucked away from the turmoil of the outside world? Colors can influence our moods. Vibrant colors like orange, yellow or bright green can make a
Human-centered design is a process that focuses on human needs and problem-solving. In the architecture field, it is a collaborative undertaking, a partnership between architect, client, and the client’s end-users that takes into account multiple perspectives to create spaces that are functional and inspiring. Benefits of Human-Centered Design A central goal of human-centered design is
To-Do List for Homeowners every 5, 10 and 15 years If you are like 47 percent of Americans, you may have lived in your home for six to 10 years. According to The Zebra, another 35 percent of homeowners have lived in their homes for 10 to 15 years, and California homeowners stay in their
Now that the days are getting shorter, your thoughts may be turning to the waning daylight outside. Are you experiencing a change of mood? If so, you wouldn’t be alone. We are wired for natural sunlight. Our circadian cycle helps us to regulate sleep and is impacted by light and dark. The way we bring
