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Everyday independence
Spaces that support your routines can make daily tasks more comfortable and help you stay in control of your day.
Aging in Place
Living Well.
Today and for the years ahead.
Start with understanding
What is aging in place?
Aging in place means having the opportunity to remain in a home and community you know, with the space, support, and connections that help you live comfortably as your needs change.
It can mean making everyday life easier in a familiar home, creating a smaller home on an existing property, or living closer to family with a place of your own.
Good planning considers more than the building. It also considers the people, services, transportation, and support that help you feel at home.
At Aging in Place ADU, we believe thoughtful planning starts early. Considering safety, independence, and future needs from the beginning can bring practical features into your ADU or home design, sometimes with little or no added cost. It can also help reduce the expense and disruption of making changes later, especially when needs become urgent and you are already living in the space.
Connection and privacy
Stay close for shared meals, visits, and support, with room to enjoy time to yourself.
Flexibility over time
Planning for movement, reach, and future support can help your home adapt as needs change.
A familiar community
Maintain the relationships, routines, and neighborhood connections that make a place feel like home.
Form, function, and everyday life
Explore the features.
Understand the difference they can make.
Choose an area to see how design can support everyday activities. Comfortable, beautiful spaces can also make room for changing needs.
Standard features
Already designed into each model in our ADU Signature Collection.
Optional additions
Beyond our pre-designed plans and estimated cost to build. Your builder or general contractor can add and quote these separately.
Floor plan
Room to move. Space to adapt.
Everyday comfort begins with how rooms connect and how easily you can move between them.
Standard in our model plans
- Wider doorways and hallways
More generous passageways make moving between rooms easier as your needs change.
- Open layouts and circulation
Connected spaces provide clearer sightlines and room to move, turn, and gather.
- Flooring selected for traction
Flooring choices consider everyday footing alongside comfort, appearance, and ease of care.
Explore optional additions for whole home
Additional cost. Not included in the pre-designed plans or estimated cost to build. Arrange and price these with your builder or general contractor.
- Easy-reach electrical switches
Rocker switches can be positioned for more comfortable use while standing or seated.
- Motorized window treatments
Adjust light and privacy with a remote, wall control, or compatible smart system.
- Motion-activated lighting
Additional lighting can illuminate frequently used paths without searching for a switch.
- Smart home controls
Compatible lighting, thermostats, and locks can offer app, voice, or scheduled control.
- Additional storage
Tailored cabinets and shelving can keep frequently used items organized and within easier reach.
- Backup power
A separately designed system can support selected household needs during a power outage.
Kitchen
Everyday routines, made easier.
Cooking, sharing a meal, and spending time together should feel comfortable and connected.
Standard in our model plans
- Easy-to-reach storage
Most storage is designed with pull-out drawers, including deep kitchen drawers, to bring everyday items within easier reach. Soft-closing drawers are standard.
- Open circulation
Connected kitchen, dining, and living areas give people more room to move together.
- Reduced thresholds
Reduced thresholds throughout each model help limit changes in floor level that can create trip hazards.
Explore optional additions for kitchen & living
Additional cost. Not included in the pre-designed plans or estimated cost to build. Arrange and price these with your builder or general contractor.
- Adaptable base cabinets
Removable or opening cabinet sections can provide knee space when seated access is needed.
- Custom cabinet storage
Pull-out shelves and tailored organizers can make everyday items easier to find and reach.
- Personalized counter heights
Work surfaces can be planned around the heights and activities that suit you.
- Smart appliances
Compatible appliances can offer helpful alerts, remote monitoring, and additional control options.
- Kitchen island
An island can add workspace and storage when the layout preserves comfortable circulation.
- Upgraded faucets
Touch or other easy-use controls can reduce the effort needed for everyday tasks.
Bedroom
Comfort today. Flexibility for tomorrow.
A restful bedroom also considers dressing, getting around, and the routines that begin and end your day.
Standard in our model plans
- Space around the bed
Planned circulation supports getting in and out of bed and receiving help when needed.
- Room to turn and reach storage
The layout considers movement around furniture and access to the closet.
- Direct bathroom connection
A nearby, connected bathroom keeps an important daily route convenient and private.
Explore optional additions for bedroom
Additional cost. Not included in the pre-designed plans or estimated cost to build. Arrange and price these with your builder or general contractor.
- Personalized closet storage
Adjustable shelving and pull-down rods can bring clothing within more comfortable reach.
- Bedside and pathway lighting
Bedside controls and motion-activated lights can make nighttime routines easier to navigate.
- Added sound and light control
Enhanced sound insulation and blackout or motorized shades can support a more restful environment.
- Built-in dressing seat
A bench or seating niche provides a comfortable place to sit while getting dressed.
Support that feels like home.
Thoughtful bathing and grooming spaces bring function, comfort, and personal dignity together.
Standard in our model plans
- Curbless shower entry
Removing the shower curb reduces the need to step over a raised edge.
- Comfort-height toilet
A higher seat can make sitting and standing more comfortable for many people.
- Textured flooring
Flooring texture can provide additional traction in a space where surfaces may become wet.
- Reinforcement for future grab bars
Support within selected walls prepares for grab bars as needs change.
- Open vanity design
Knee space beneath the sink offers more flexibility for seated use.
- Handheld shower
A movable showerhead offers flexibility for different bathing preferences and support needs.
Explore optional additions for bathroom
Additional cost. Not included in the pre-designed plans or estimated cost to build. Arrange and price these with your builder or general contractor.
- Fold-down shower seat
A properly installed seat provides a place to sit while showering.
- Decorative grab bars
Installed support can complement the room's finishes while being positioned for your needs.
- Adaptable vanity cabinetry
Removable cabinet sections can combine enclosed storage with flexibility for future seated access.
Front yard
A welcoming connection to the outdoors.
Arrival, fresh air, and time outside are part of daily life, too.
Standard in our model plans
- More generous entry area
Additional space at the entrance supports more comfortable movement when coming and going.
- Covered entrance
Shelter at the front door adds comfort when arriving in sun or rain.
- Lower-maintenance materials
Exterior material choices consider long-term upkeep as well as appearance.
Explore optional additions for outdoors
Additional cost. Not included in the pre-designed plans or estimated cost to build. Arrange and price these with your builder or general contractor.
- Entry-door peephole
A wide-angle viewer can be positioned to check visitors while standing or seated.
- Accessible entry ramp
A ramp can provide an alternative to steps when designed for the property.
- Covered backyard patio
A separate patio cover can create a more sheltered place to relax and gather.
- Accessible garden features
Raised planters and thoughtfully planned paths can make gardening easier to enjoy.
- Security and monitoring options
Compatible doorbells, sensors, and other systems can provide additional household awareness and convenience.
See these ideas in our pre-designed ADU plans.
Explore the ADU Signature Collection →More than one way to Live Well
The right fit starts with your life.
Aging in place does not look the same for everyone. The best starting point is what matters to you and the people you share life with.
Stay in a familiar home
Consider how lighting, furniture placement, reachable storage, and the right support could make existing routines easier.
Live near family
An ADU on a shared property can offer a separate home, more everyday connection, and support nearby.
Plan a new chapter
A custom ADU or home can respond to your routines, your property, and the possibilities you want to prepare for.
Education before decisions
Start with a few good questions.
You do not need every answer today. Understanding your priorities can help you decide what is useful now and what to prepare for later.
Explore Living Well Resources →- Which everyday activities would you like to make easier?
- Who would you like nearby, and how much privacy matters to you?
- What changes might your home need to support over time?
- What budget, timing, and support would make a plan workable?
Let’s talk about Living Well
on your terms.
If an ADU or new home is part of your thinking, start with a free conversation about your family, your property, and your options.
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