Accessibility

6 articles

Interior view of a modern, accessible home showcasing universal design principles like wide doorways and lever handles for ease of use.
Home Improvement

What are Universal Design Principles for Accessible Homes?

Less than 1 percent of housing units in the United States are fully wheelchair accessible, leaving millions of Americans with disabilities struggling to find suitable homes.

Clara Whitmore·August 3, 2026
A contemporary living room featuring a framed print of Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' as accessible home decor, blending fine art with everyday furnishings.
Decor

Democratization of Art Transforms Home Decor Trends

A print of Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' now sells for $19.

Clara Whitmore·July 1, 2026
A modern, accessible living room designed for aging in place, featuring grab bars, non-slip flooring, and comfortable, safe furniture.
Maintenance

Top 8 Essential Aging in Place Renovations for Home Safety

Occupational therapists and aging specialists now advise homeowners to start adapting their 'forever home' for aging in place not when mobility declines, but as soon as they move in, according to The

Ethan Rowe·May 20, 2026
A visual representation of AI-generated home design contrasted with human oversight, emphasizing the need for both in creating functional and compliant spaces.
Living

AI Tools Are Revolutionizing Home Design, But Humans Remain Key

An AI-generated bathroom design recently missed a critical ADA compliance detail, reminding us that while algorithms can draw, they still lack the human judgment essential for truly functional and com

Clara Whitmore·May 6, 2026
A modest suburban house in need of repair, symbolizing the high demand for Gulfport's limited home repair grants.
Home Improvement

Gulfport's $25,000 home repair grants quickly exhausted

On Monday, April 27, 2026, Gulfport's Emergency Home Repair & Accessibility Program opened and then closed its pre-applications within six minutes, processing only 50 submissions for grants up to $25,

Ethan Rowe·April 30, 2026
A modern, accessible living room featuring integrated smart home devices that enhance daily living and promote independence.
Tips & Guides

Top 7 Smart Home Devices for Accessible Living in 2024

In 2024, the University of Colorado's Coleman Institute for Cognitive Disabilities is implementing smart home technology in four group homes across Colorado.

Layla Quinn·April 26, 2026