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Zoe, her parents, and the team from Saddleback Design (Photo: Home Builders Foundation)

HBF builds ramp and accessible bathroom for first-generation college student

December 3, 2019December 3, 2019 Amy Hamm 401 Views 0 Comments accessibility, foundation, giving back

Zoe’s ramps were the first step to increasing her safety and independence, and positively impacting her caregiver team.

Pictured from L to R: Aileen O’Connor, Molly Cape (MTech), Sean O’Toole (McCarthy), Ale Spray (AMI Mechanical), Lory Nasalroad (AGC of Colorado), Mark Norin (Swinerton), and Brenna O’Connor. (Photo: Home Builders Foundation)

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AGC, HBF come together for accessibility remodel

May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 Danielle Andrus 234 Views 0 Comments accessibility

For Brenna O’Connor, a 13-year-old with dreams of being a singer, cerebral palsy made it hard to get around her

The Home Builders Foundation held a dedication ceremony in February to celebrate a new ramp and bathroom remodel for 13-year-old Josh. (Photo: HBF)

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HBF brings together industry partners on Parker renovations

February 26, 2019 Danielle Andrus 692 Views 1 Comment accessibility

Joshua Brummett faced early challenges. Born at just 28 weeks, he spent four months on and off life support in

Open kitchens and transitional styles top homeowners' kitchen wish lists. (Photo: Danny Raustadt, Dreamstime)

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Customization is key for kitchen remodels in 2019

February 19, 2019 Amy Guettler 751 Views 0 Comments accessibility, aging in place, kitchen trends, kitchens

Whether they like it or not, homeowners spend an inordinate amount of their time in the kitchen. Hives of activity

Homeowners can claim up to $5,000 on state income taxes to offset the cost of home modifications. (Photo: Andrii Yalanskyi, Dreamstime)

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Colorado launches tax credit program for accessibility upgrades

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019 Danielle Andrus 673 Views 0 Comments accessibility, ada, aging in place, taxes, universal design

Homeowners or residents with up to $150,000 adjusted family income can claim the cost of updates up to $5,000 on

HBF facilitated a bathroom model and lift installation, courtesy of Infinity Home Collection and Ascent Mobility.

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Community and industry come together for HBF recipient

January 30, 2019January 30, 2019 Danielle Andrus 330 Views 0 Comments accessibility, universal design

Since a spinal stroke during a routine back surgery in 2017, Bryan Gates uses a wheelchair to get around.

First-floor masters offer a variety of benefits to homebuyers. (Photo: Trishz. Dreamstime)

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First-floor master bedrooms: A trend with staying power

December 10, 2018March 29, 2019 Amy Guettler 2435 Views 1 Comment accessibility, aging in place, design, design trends, universal design

As Americans grow more cognizant of changing needs, master bedrooms on the main floor are more common.

Traditional 'accessible' design elements feel more like a hospital than a home.

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Dignity and design—The aesthetics of aging in place

November 27, 2018December 4, 2018 Erik Listou and Louie Delaware 926 Views 0 Comments accessibility, aging in place

Smart design creates safe, beautiful, comfortable homes for everyone, regardless of age or ability.