ASHEVILLE REAL ESTATE - HEAVEN
FOR BABY BOOMERS
"80% OF BABY BOOMERS DESIRE THIS!":: According to a Poll by Opinion Research Corporation for AARP, a majority of Baby Boomers report that they desire to stay in a one-level home. If they choose to relocate or downsize they desire the one-level home or one that provides main floor living where all main floor doors, including bathrooms, have at least 32 inches of clear passage space and a full bath.
Baby Boomers are known for being involved in planning and designing homes in sustainable communities where a whole systems approach gives a nod to practical comfort. Universal Design Elements, special features in and around the home, allow Baby Boomers to "age in place". According to the National Association of Home Builders, those features can include:
Overall Floor Plan - Main living on a single story, including full bath, no steps between rooms/areas on the same level and a 5ft x 5ft clear/turn space in living area, kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. Hallways - Minimum of 36 inches wide, wider preferred. Hallways are well lit. Entry - Accessible path of travel to the home, at least one no-step entry with a cover, sensor light at exterior no-step entry focusing on the front-door lock, non-slip flooring in foyer, doorbell in accessible location, surface to place packages on when opening door.
Thresholds - Flush preferable, exterior maximum of ½ inch beveled and interior maximum of ¼ inch. Interior Doors - 32 inches of clear width and a 36-inch door, levered door hardware. Windows - Plenty of windows for natural light, lowered windows or taller windows with lower sill height, low maintenance exterior and interior finishes, and easy to operate hardware.
Kitchen and Laundry - Counters - adjustable and/or varied height counters and removable base cabinets, pull-down shelving, glass-front cabinet doors, open shelving for easy access to frequently used items -and- Appliances - (preferably energy efficient) - front loading laundry machines, microwave oven at counter height or in wall, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, 30-inch by 48-inch clear space at appliances or 60-inch diameter clear space for turns, multi-level work areas to accommodate cooks of different heights, task lighting in appropriate work areas, loop handles for easy grip and pull, pull-out spray faucet, levered handles.
Bathroom - Wheelchair maneuverable bath on main level with 60-inch turning radius or acceptable T-turn space and 36-inch by 36-inch or 30-inch by 48-inch clear space, curbless shower with seat, toilet 2½ inches higher than standard toilet (17 to 19 inches) or height-adjustable, wall-hung sink with knee space and panel to protect user from pipes, slip-resistant flooring in bathroom and shower. Faucets - Lever handles or pedal-controlled, thermostatic or anti-scald controls, pressure balanced faucets.
Having lived in a multi-generational environment with my family, I recognize the value of homes that work for today and tomorrow and can share this with you.
My areas of real estate specialization include:
"Aging in Place" in WNC HealthyBuilt® Quality Mountain Homes and LAND where families, friends and neighbors can create communities for everyone, from babies to grandparents to enjoy!
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