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Revamping your Kitchen for Continued Use- Aging in Place

Friday, April 1st, 2011 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Design Tips, Kitchens, Remodels/Additions, Safety Hazards | No Comments »

  This kitchen remodel by Parrish Construction- Boulder, CO features a raised dishwasher and built-in vertical dish rack, enabling ease of access and minimizing strain on the back.One point of comfort and control in the home is the kitchen. Losing the ...

Need a good bath?

Saturday, August 28th, 2010 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Bathrooms, Design Tips, Handyman/Small Jobs, Heating/Cooling, Home Luxury, Home Technology, Lighting, Remodels/Additions, Space-Saving/Organization | No Comments »

  By Larry Parrish, CR, CGR, CAPS, GACP   Few rooms in the American home have changed as much in recent years as the master bathroom. Thirty years ago, if a house even had a master bathroom, it was too small to brush ...

Height Standards for Bath Vanities & Kitchen Counters

Sunday, June 27th, 2010 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Building Trends, Custom Cabinets, Design Tips, Kitchens, Uncategorized | 4 Comments »

By Annette Parrish, Vice President     When it comes to heights for bath and kitchen countertops, the standard should be based on the needs of the residents.  The main purpose for remodeling is not just to make it prettier, but to also make it ...

Personalize Your Home to Meet Your Changing Needs

Monday, June 14th, 2010 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Building Trends, Design Tips, Green Building Topics, Historic Homes, Landscaping, Timely Home Upgrades | 2 Comments »

By Larry Parrish- CR, CGR, CAPS, GACP    Don’t be moved by age. According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), older homeowners overwhelmingly prefer to age-in-place, meaning to live at home safely, independently and comfortably.    With Universal Design principals, this has ...

Timely Home Upgrades

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Building Trends, Design Tips, Energy-Saving Tips, Heating/Cooling, Money-Saving Tips, Safety Hazards, Timely Home Upgrades | 2 Comments »

By Annette Parrish- Vice President   In today’s economy, it’s important to maintain and protect the investment you have in your home. If you’re trying to save money now by delaying maintenance, repairs, and upgrades, keep in mind that it will only ...

No Job too Big or too Small…Handyman Services

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 Posted in Aging-in-Place & Handicap Mobility, Building Trends, Energy-Saving Tips, Handyman/Small Jobs, Historic Homes, Money-Saving Tips, Safety Hazards, Seasonal Considerations, Space-Saving/Organization, Spring, Summer, Timely Home Upgrades, Winter | 1 Comment »

  In celebration of over 40 years in the Boulder Valley, we are offering a service that our clients have always enjoyed: Handyman Services (for your Honey-do list!) and small jobs for those things like decks, outbuildings, porches, patios, repair work, ...