𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟮% 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲?
That’s a bit of a problem considering 1 in 6 of us have a disability!
Incorporating Universal Design principles into your next home build can help you achieve
• Safer, easier movement throughout your home
• Layouts that support a wide range of mobility needs
• Design that adapts as your needs change through life stages
• Improved everyday usability and inclusivity (improving your guests’ comfort – for the disabled, seniors, injuries, pregnant mums and toddlers)
If you’re building a home (and/or a minor unit), wider spaces and doorways, anti-slip bathroom tiles, grab rails and level entries along with lower, contrasting light switches, practical tapware and wheelchair ramps can future proof your family and help accommodate more Kiwis.
Green Homes work with their design partner Lifemark® if you would like to certify your home to their accessibility standards.
Find out more about universal design via your closest branch