What “Safety Through Design” Looks Like at Home



In our homes, we look for comfort, style, and most importantly, safety. With a growing awareness around creating spaces that cater to our well-being and prevent accidents, “Safety Through Design” has become a paramount principle in home remodeling. Let’s explore what “Safety Through Design” truly means for your living spaces.

Incorporating Performance and Safety in Kitchen Remodels

The heart of the home, the kitchen, is where functionality and safety must coexist harmoniously. By focusing on accessible remodeling, we ensure that kitchens are not only splendid but safe. This includes installing counters at accessible heights, ensuring appliances are within easy reach, and choosing non-slip flooring. Enhancing visibility with the right lighting and installing fixtures that are easy to operate can significantly minimize kitchen-related accidents. 

Bathroom Safety Enhancements

Bathrooms can present numerous hazards, but with thoughtful design, these risks can be substantially reduced. Considerations such as slip-resistant flooring, adequately placed grab bars, walk-in showers without thresholds, and elevated toilet seats make bathrooms safer and more convenient, particularly for seniors or those with mobility issues. 

General Living Space Optimizations

Living areas should be a haven of comfort and safety. This involves selecting furniture with rounded edges, ensuring ample space for mobility aids, and installing sufficient lighting to prevent accidents caused by poor visibility. 

Eliminating Hazards Through Intelligent Design

A safe home is a clutter-free home. For a successful home remodel, aim to reduce common household hazards by promoting organized spaces, minimizing tripping risks with proper cord management, and ensuring that every element of your home caters to a safe living experience. 

Bedroom and Closet Adjustments

Your bedroom should be the epitome of comfort and safety. Design choices like adjustable beds, accessible lighting controls, and organized closet systems can significantly increase the safety and usability of your private sanctuary. 

Let’s Start a Conversation!

At DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Orland Park, we’re dedicated to transforming your home into a sanctuary of safety and style. Whether it’s a kitchen or bathroom remodel or a comprehensive home renovation, our focus on accessible remodeling ensures that your home not only looks exceptional but also promotes well-being and safety. Contact us today at (708) 578-6832 or visit our contact page to schedule an appointment. We serve homeowners in Tinley Park, Frankfort, Mokena, New Lenox, Homer Glen and surrounding areas.

Recent Posts
The 6 Zones of a Hard-Working Kitchen

When planning a kitchen remodel, it's easy to get caught up in the latest trends and forget how your design choices will impact your kitchen quote. In this post, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Orland Park discusses six distinct zones to consider so you can achieve a modern, hard-working kitchen. 1.[...]

Read More

Creating a Multigenerational Home With Universal Design

In today's dynamic family structures, multigenerational living has surged in popularity, presenting unique challenges and opportunities in home design. At DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Orland Park, our general contracting team specializes in crafting living spaces that accommodate the diverse needs of family members of all ages, using universal design principles to[...]

Read More

Design Your Space With the Help of Our Experts.

"*" indicates required fields

Services