Are you planning to retire in your new home, or do you anticipate your parents becoming part of your household in the future? A full quarter of the population consists of Baby Boomers who are at least 50 years old, so these types of questions often arise during discussions of a building or remodeling project. As a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (and one of those Boomers myself), one way I help my clients plan for such eventualities is by considering the concept of Universal Design. Universal design is an approach to 
creating products, services, and environments that can be used by as many people as possible, regardless of their age, ability, or situation. Many Universal Design features, though often unnoticed by guests, can go a long way toward creating a “user-friendly” environment for aging occupants. For example, Great Grabz has a beautiful line of grab bars available in different finishes.
It’s important to remember, however, that the walls around the tub and commode, along with the shower walls, must be reinforced with plywood at the framing stage 
in order for grab bars to support the necessary weight. So, if you think you might want to add grab bars in the future, be sure to let your builder know.
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