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Nussbaumer's Chapter 9 Summary:

This chapter is the commencement of the application of what we have learned previously  ( the human factors) into projects, which begins first with residential environments.

We have already discussed the main design strategies and best options for residential environments with Rengel's book. However, Nussbaumer add and brings a new perspective to the subject.

It is necessary to adapt the residence for the clients to use ( retrofitting), especially if those future occupants need to have certain accommodations and certain provisions for alternative ways to access steps via ramps or lifts due to physical limitations (barrier- free design).

It is also necessary to provide a home design that will last a long time, especially if it is a young couple or a family that purchased the house and plan to live in there for a lifetime, which means that they will age, probably have kids, etcetera. It is then better to provide a home, where all generations can fit in and be comfortable. Accessibility and the sustainability of materials is then the main key for a successful lifetime design. Plus, we have to provide additional space that can be used in the future, such as an elevator.

Residential designs does not only include the design of a house. It also includes different type of scales because it can go " from a one-story dwelling to multi- level housing, from small dorm rooms to luxury rooms".
Porte de grange rustique pour une salle de bains moderne http://www.homelisty.com/porte-de-grange/
The width of the door and how we open it can have a huge impact on accessibility.

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Flooring is a primordial decision when it comes to sustainability and what room would it fit in better.
Not only do we have to think about universal design to please everyone, we also have to think about the client's preferences when it comes to aesthetic which might include his/her personal culture, gender etc... We also have to think about the environmental considerations, by making sure that everything is regulated and following the codes and by making sure that our clients will be safe and happy in their homes.


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  1. Professor VanderNoordaaOctober 23, 2017 at 12:22 PM

    Martha,
    Great points concerning Universal design. Providing a home that can whether a lifetime of home owner will require universal design. Very good examples of having wide door openings as well as proper flooring transitions. This would help someone in a wheel chair or an elderly person be able to stay in the home that they love.

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  2. amberbuieOctober 28, 2017 at 4:19 PM

    It was interesting to see all of our previously learned subjects being applied to design. Universal design is very important to understand so as to agree to the client's wants and needs. I am glad you made an effort in saying that environmental concerns should still be taken into account with universal design.

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