Smart Cabinetry Choices for Independent Living Kitchens

Custom or customizable kitchen/bath cabinet and drawer inserts keep contents organized and accessible.  Here is one manufacturer's idea book of products....

The Hafele Kitchen Idea Book 2012 Volume 1

Custom Home Addition for Aging Relative - Part One

This is the first in a series of posts we will be doing to follow the process of designing an addition customized for independent living.  The homeowners' elderly parent will be moving in permanently and needs a safe, comfortable space that will also blend with the home's existing architecture and style.

Challenges will include:

• Addressing the property's elevation changes,
• Conforming to town zoning restrictions for accessory apartments,
• Maximizing usable space in a limited allowable footprint, and
• Staying within the homeowners' budget.

The two-story addition will be on the right side of the home (see above), and will include a separate entrance with a front porch.  The first floor will be comprised of the new accessory apartment, and an additional bedroom and bath for the main house will be on the second floor. 

In my next post I'll share before and after floor plans, so stay tuned....