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Remodeling for Wheelchair Accessibility

Posted by on Sep 16, 2011 in Blog | 0 comments

Remodeling for Wheelchair Accessibility

I didn’t realize the importance of making my home compatible with the needs of the elderly or those that are confined to the wheelchair. After my mother suffered a major illness, and was confined to the needs of a wheelchair, did it dawn on me, that little things and changes around the house could help them to lead an independent life. They can move around freely without having to be dependent, more so, they look forward to their days feeling and being more independent than ever before. Also, think about the fact that someday you will age...

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5 Ways to Go Green

Posted by on Sep 6, 2011 in Blog | Comments Off

5 Ways to Go Green

Within the past decade, going green has been a common topic in conversation between friends, within many corporations, and among scientists. It has become a known fact that our way of life has had a negative impact on the environment, which has become apparent through climate changes, along with many other indicative factors. People all over the world have began making lifestyle changes as an effort to alleviate the impact that our civilization has on the world, while saving money in the process. As well as minor alterations to your daily...

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Room Addition

Posted by on Aug 31, 2011 in Blog, Uncategorized | 0 comments

Room Addition

The photos are of a room addition we are currently working on.  Our customer is building an addition for his elderly mother to live in.  The addition will feature multiple windows and a walk-in bath tub in her restroom.  She just moved into his home and now she will have her own...

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Residential Workspaces

Posted by on Aug 16, 2011 in Blog | 0 comments

Residential Workspaces

With students returning from summer vacation and more adults working from home, wouldn’t it be nice to update your office? Give us a call today for a design consultation! With a variety of wood species and finishes to choose from, your sure to find one that will suit you for your home office/work space. Residential workspace Photo courtesy of...

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Ideas For Accommodating Disabilities

Posted by on Jul 28, 2011 in Blog | 0 comments

The one thing that is constant in life is change. Change in our lives, in our age. Time doesn’t stand still, and neither does our age. Often with age one encounters many health problems and disabilities. Disabilities that make us incapable of going about the daily chores as easily as we once did. But this is just one side of the story. It may also happen that due to an unfortunate accident we may face temporary or permanent disablement. Both these conditions render us incapable of moving around easily and therefore our lives are dependent...

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Providing ADA Accessibility

Posted by on Jul 22, 2011 in Blog | 0 comments

Providing ADA Accessibility

Businesses will comply with standard wheelchair accessible construction in order to make their building or residential facility accessible to those restricted by a disability. Simple accommodations like wide hallways and entryways, wheelchair lifts, ramps, automatic doors, or designated handicapped parking can make their property up to the Americans with Disabilities Act code. When a building has Wheelchair accessible construction, people using a wheelchair can travel easily between floors, in restrooms, to workstations, and through the...

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Remodeling Questions & Answers

Posted by on Jul 22, 2011 in Blog | 0 comments

Remodeling Questions & Answers

Q: Where are you from and what did you do before opening your business? A: I am originally from Elgin, Ill., where I had been in school for architecture. I moved here 13 years ago to pursue my career in business. Prior to opening my own remodeling business I was an owner of a security marketing firm. I am currently an Ahwatukee resident myself and I love this area! Q: Why did you open your business in this community? A: I am a resident/homeowner in Ahwatukee and I really enjoy doing business in the community in which I live. Our company is...

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