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Accessible Home Design: Architectural Solutions for the Wheelchair User [Paperback]

Thomas D. Davies Jr. (Author), Carol Peredo Lopez (Author)
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0929819187 978-0929819181 April 15, 2006 2
What must I do to install an elevator in my two-story home? Can I retrofit my master bathroom to include a spacious roll-in shower? How can my flower garden be made more accessible? The architecture staff of the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) has been solving these and other issues related to accessible design for decades.

Accessible home projects have always involved intricate planning and design, but their construction is often compromised because builders are unfamiliar with the specialized concepts and techniques. The need for expert information on this area of design is critical, and in response, PVA offers this revised and expanded second edition of Accessible Home Design.

Each chapter addresses accessibility related to specific building components. Subjects include entrances, residential elevators and lifts, kitchen design, bath and toilet room plans, plumbing fixtures, grab bars, doors, windows and outdoor rooms, and garden paths.

With careful planning and Accessible Home Design as your guide, you can develop attractive and functional designs that not only improve accessibility, but also increase the comfort and enjoyment of your home.



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  • Paperback: 148 pages
  • Publisher: Paralyzed Veterans of Amer; 2 edition (April 15, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0929819187
  • ISBN-13: 978-0929819181
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #146,271 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Book on Accessibility I've Seen, December 27, 2006
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I've read many books on accessible design and this is by far the most useful. It isn't too bogged down with technical data or too simplistic. The information is easily laid out--I put it to use right away. And the photos are beautiful!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book., February 8, 2008
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Primarily a wish book with many good ideas. Most examples are high end items, so you better have a substantial budget for your project.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great pictures and ideas, March 29, 2009
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I am a aging in place specialist and really enjoyed this book and all the many samples. Has great pictures and solutions that were easy to read. Excellent book!
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