Accessible Home Design That Supports How You Live.
Specialized accessible home design and remodeling for chronic conditions, mobility challenges, and evolving needs.
ACCESSIBLE HOME DESIGN & REMODELING SERVICES
Design before You Build
Creating spaces that truly support the people living in them requires more than construction alone — it begins with informed planning centered around how people live, function, and feel within their homes. Thoughtful design can reduce stress, support daily routines, foster independence, and enhance overall well-being, helping people of all ages feel more comfortable, confident, and supported at home.
Every project begins with a personalized, health-informed assessment of your needs, daily routines, mobility considerations, caregiving dynamics, goals, and existing home environment. We translate those insights into a comprehensive design plan that guides layout, accessibility details, product selections, completing construction drawings before building begins — helping you make informed decisions early, avoid costly changes later, and create a home that is safe, functional, supportive, and beautifully integrated.
DESIGN YOUR BEST LIFE AT HOME
Accessible home design and remodeling services for every stage of life
AGING IN PLACE DESIGN
Our bodies change as we age. Shouldn’t our homes?
Our Universal Design approach incorporates features that improve accessibility, mobility, comfort, and safety while maintaining a warm, welcoming feel.
The result is a home that supports independence, adapts to changing needs, and remains both functional and beautiful for years to come.
MULTIGENERATIONAL DESIGN
Today’s homes often need to support multiple generations, changing family dynamics, and a wide range of functional needs under one roof.
Our multigenerational projects create inclusive living environments that balance privacy, accessibility, and shared spaces to help families live more comfortably together while supporting independence, caregiving, and everyday connection across generations.
CHRONIC CONDITION DESIGN
Supportive home environments for chronic and progressive conditions require thoughtful planning that considers medical equipment, pain management, fatigue, mobility changes, and evolving support needs.
Our projects integrate accessible, functional solutions for people living with Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), ALS, stroke recovery, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological and mobility-related conditions to help make everyday living easier, safer, and more manageable at home.
PEDIATRIC DESIGN
Children experience and interact with their environments differently, especially when living with medical, sensory, or mobility-related challenges.
Our pediatric design and remodeling projects consider the child’s perspective to help reduce fear, support independence, encourage play, and create environments that feel safe, engaging, and intuitive for children, their families and their caregivers.
WELLNESS DESIGN
A supportive home environment begins with understanding the people living within it — their routines, health considerations, lifestyle, and the spaces that shape how they live, function, and feel each day.
Our wellness-focused projects consider how thoughtful design choices contribute to the overall experience of living at home. Through natural elements, intuitive layouts, and intentional design choices, we create spaces that feel calming, restorative, and supportive of both physical and emotional well-being.
HOW WE WORK WITH YOU
Our Process
Accessible remodeling can involve a lot of moving parts. Our process gives you a clear path forward — with guidance, coordination, and support from the first assessment through the finished project.
Design Assessment
Where every project begins.
Before we draw any plans, we take time to understand your health situation, daily routines, mobility considerations, caregiving dynamics, goals, and existing home environment. This fee-based person + place assessment establishes a clear sense of direction — grounded in your specific needs — before a single decision about construction is made.
Available virtually or in person.
Design Development
Turning insight into a plan.
The assessment becomes the foundation for a comprehensive design plan: space planning, accessibility details, architectural design, and construction drawings completed before building begins. We review design concepts with you along the way, so you can make and confirm key decisions before the project moves into construction. We incorporate budget feedback at key points as the design develops, helping align scope, priorities, and design decisions before plans are finalized.
Product Selection & Procurement
The design only works if the details do.
Accessibility lives in the details — the specific shower valve, the exact grab bar placement, the right lighting control. This is where the design plan becomes real: products, fixtures, materials, and assistive technologies are carefully researched and specified so the finished space performs as designed. Procurement carries those selections forward—coordinating ordering and delivery and resolving product issues along the way—so what was specified carries through into construction.
Construction Integration
Choose the construction path that works best for you.
Full Design + Construction
One coordinated team carries your project from design through build. Ideal if you want a single point of contact, seamless from start to finish.
- Integrated design and construction process
- Design support during construction
Design + Construction Support
Already have a contractor, or want to bid the work out? We provide the plans and stay involved at key moments to protect the design intent.
- Contractor plan review and project handoff
- Milestone design reviews
Ongoing Support & Final Review
Our involvement continues beyond the design phase.
Whether you’re in a fully managed build with us or working with your own contractor, we remain involved throughout construction — conducting milestone design reviews, answering questions, and helping keep the project aligned with the original design intent as decisions come up on-site. At completion, we conduct a final project review to evaluate the finished space and address any remaining design-related concerns.
Consultation & Guidance
Looking for guidance before committing to a build?
Consultation is a standalone option for homeowners evaluating options, reviewing existing plans, or deciding the right next step—before moving into full design development or construction.
Services include:
- Personalized design assessment
- New construction and remodeling plan reviews
- Accessibility recommendations and guidance
- Product and equipment recommendations
- Project strategy and next-step planning
ACCESSIBLE HOME DESIGN & REMODELING SERVICES
Accessible Products & Technology
The right products and technologies are an essential part of a well-designed accessible home. From cabinetry and plumbing fixtures to lighting controls and smart-home technology, every selection plays a role in how the home functions.
Our design plans integrate carefully researched products, materials, and assistive technologies selected around each homeowner’s mobility, routines, and goals.
Bath & Shower Systems
- Barrier-free showers and walk-in tubs
- Comfort-height toilets and bidets
- Shower hardware, seating, and support bars
Kitchen & Storage
- Universal Design cabinetry and storage solutions
- Accessible appliances and kitchen features
- Work surfaces and material selections
- Slip-resistant flooring, tile, and surface materials
Lighting & Electrical
- Layered and task lighting
- Accessible switches and controls
- Motion-sensor and automated lighting
Technology & Equipment
- Installed lift systems
- Smart-home technology
- Health and caregiving-related equipment
- Level transitions and threshold solutions
WHY LIVE IN PLACE DESIGNS
Specialized Expertise.
Broader Perspective.
Our background brings together expertise in healthcare, accessible and Universal Design, residential design, and construction — providing a broader perspective on the challenges individuals and families face as needs, abilities, and routines change.
As Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS) through the National Association of Home Builders, we bring specialized training in accessibility planning and Universal Design, complemented by real-world experience within healthcare and long-term care environments.
That combination allows us to approach each project with a deeper understanding of function, independence, caregiving needs, and quality of life — without losing sight of how a home should look and feel.
Certified Aging in Place Specialist
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), (CAPS)
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Services
While every project is unique, the types of accessible remodeling and design projects we most frequently help homeowners navigate include:
• Accessible bathroom remodels and barrier-free showers
• Accessible kitchen remodels for improved usability and workflow
• Single-floor living solutions for changing mobility needs
• Additions, garage conversions, ADUs, and in-law suites for multigenerational living
• Primary suite additions and expanded accessible living spaces
• Pediatric accessibility projects and therapy-supportive spaces
• Autism-friendly and sensory-conscious environments
• Wellness-focused spaces that support comfort, restoration, and everyday living
• New accessible home design, construction, and major renovations
Projects may range from a single-room remodel to a whole-home renovation depending on a homeowner’s needs, goals, lifestyle, and long-term plans for the home.
At Live in Place Designs, our services are designed to support the remodeling process from early planning and design development through product specifications and construction integration. Depending on the scope of your project, deliverables may include:
• Accessible floor plans and construction drawings
• Accessibility-focused layouts and space planning
• Product selections, specifications, and procurement coordination
• 3D modeling and visualizations
• Construction integration, contractor coordination, and milestone reviews
• Ongoing design guidance throughout construction
Whether working through our full-service remodeling process or supporting homeowners working with their own contractor, our goal is to help provide a more streamlined and supported experience throughout the project. By remaining involved beyond the initial design phase, we help homeowners navigate planning, selections, coordination, and construction decisions with greater clarity, continuity, and oversight throughout the remodeling process.
Architectural or engineering plans may be needed when a project involves structural changes, additions, significant reconfiguration of the home, or new construction. When required, we provide architectural drawings, engineering coordination, permitting support, and HOA documentation as part of our broader design services.
Projects that commonly require architectural and engineering support include:
• Home additions and expansions
• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Accessible Living Units (ALUs)
• Garage conversions and single-floor living adaptations
• Whole-home remodeling and reconfiguration
• Structural modifications and wall removals
• Accessible bathroom and kitchen expansions
• New construction and custom accessible homes
While many architects and designers are familiar with ADA guidelines and commercial accessibility standards, residential accessibility requires a more specialized approach focused on how people live, function, and navigate their homes every day. Our architectural and engineering team works alongside our accessibility design process to develop solutions that support both current and future needs while helping create a streamlined and coordinated remodeling experience.
Depending on the individual’s needs and the scope of the project, involving an Occupational Therapist (OT) or other healthcare professional can provide valuable clinical insight during the planning and remodeling process.
When appropriate, we collaborate with Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Speech Therapists, case managers, rehabilitation teams, and a homeowner’s existing medical providers to help ensure the home environment supports the individual’s current and evolving needs. In some cases, we may also facilitate consultations with outside professionals to better understand specific mobility, transfer, accessibility, communication, sensory, or caregiving considerations that may impact the design.
This collaborative approach can be particularly valuable for homeowners navigating significant health transitions or recovery processes, such as post-stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), neurological conditions, or returning home from a rehabilitation or care facility. These conversations help inform remodeling decisions while ensuring the design remains grounded in both the individual’s needs and the realities of everyday living at home.
When a project involves specialty equipment, assistive technology, wellness systems, or smart home integration, we incorporate these elements as part of the overall design and remodeling process rather than treating them as standalone additions. Our goal is to ensure they support the function, flow, and long-term usability of the home while remaining thoughtfully integrated into the overall design.
Depending on the project, this may include:
• Ceiling-mounted lift system coordination
• Ramps, stair lifts, elevators, and vertical platform lift (VPL) planning
• Electrical and structural planning for specialty equipment
• Smart home automation and voice-activated technology
• Electronic blinds, layered lighting controls, and sound systems
• Accessible closet systems and storage solutions
• Charging and storage planning for mobility equipment
• Red light therapy and sauna integration
• Air purification and other wellness systems
We coordinate with outside vendors, specialty equipment providers, and technology partners as needed to help ensure these systems work seamlessly within the broader remodeling plan. These elements should feel naturally integrated into the home — enhancing function while contributing to spaces that feel calm, welcoming, supportive, and cohesive.
Our approach to accessible remodeling focuses on whole-room and whole-space solutions because true accessibility depends on how layouts, circulation, clearances, fixtures, and design elements work together. Rather than addressing isolated features alone, we evaluate how the entire space needs to function to support safety, independence, comfort, and everyday living.
For example, a more comprehensive bathroom remodel may allow for:
• Improved clearances and circulation
• Larger accessible shower layouts
• Roll-under vanities and more functional product and fixture upgrades
• Better flow for usability and daily routines
• A more complete solution that can reduce costly future rework
Accessibility needs and goals can vary significantly from one homeowner or family to another. While some clients choose to maximize accessibility throughout a space, others prioritize specific accessibility features based on their current needs, lifestyle, preferences, or long-term goals. Even when a project does not involve full accessibility throughout the space, we still approach the remodel as a coordinated whole-room solution rather than a collection of individual modifications.
In some cases, temporary or phased modifications—such as support bars, doorway widening, or toilet risers—may still be recommended to help support safety and function while a more comprehensive remodeling project is being planned or completed.
Updated kitchens, bathrooms, additions, and other renovations are already widely associated with adding value to a home. When accessibility and Universal Design features—such as barrier-free showers, wider circulation paths, intuitive layouts, and single-floor living solutions—are thoughtfully integrated into these spaces, they can further enhance the long-term functionality, marketability, and appeal of the home for a wider range of homeowners.
Part of thoughtful accessible design also involves planning for adaptability over time. In some cases, we intentionally design spaces so accessibility features can evolve, be expanded upon, or be more easily adapted in the future without requiring major remodeling.
One of the biggest misconceptions about accessible remodeling is that it detracts from the character of a home. In reality, accessible spaces can still feel beautiful, elevated, and welcoming through intentional layouts, material selections, and design details. Our goal is to create homes that support long-term accessibility and adaptability while maintaining a warm, residential feel.