Home Modification

People are living longer than ever before. Almost all of us want to live in the home we choose, often in the same community and neighborhood we’ve lived in for years. Just as we modified home spaces for young children, we may need to change our homes to make them more age-friendly later in life. When we’re vibrant and independent, we rarely give thought to these concerns, but we’re all aging!  Home modifications range from eliminating tripping hazards and improving lighting to remodeling bathrooms or making stairways safer; helping individuals remain in their homes as they age or if they develop a disability, temporary or permanent.

Clients sometimes assume that a universally designed space or adapted home has to look institutional, showing function in every detail. That’s not at all the case. Open plans, zero-step entrances, smooth flooring transitions, walk-in showers and even highly functional kitchens and bathrooms can be designed or modified with aesthetics and comfort.

A home assessment to determine the safety and accessibility of your home can provide peace of mind, practical solutions and a plan for the future.

Design

Fair Street projects include new-building and renovations, as well as decorating with furniture, flooring, wallcovering, window treatments, lighting and accessories. Fresh and effective design solutions are the result of space planning, managing details and collaborating with tradespeople while working realistically with timelines and budgets to design and problem solve.  Gail gets to know her clients and how they live to create beautiful, personal and timeless interiors.