We always have bench seating, safety grab rails and provide for safe shelving so that they are easy to reach. We almost always put in hand-held showers so a person can sit comfortably. Kersten notes that, I never put steps in the tub, ever. I prefer allowing the client to roll into showers instead of putting in a curb. I do a lot of tile in universally designed bathrooms, and I don t put any gloss.
Floor heating is also good.
The biggest thing would be the accessible shower. Hardly anyone takes baths anymore. I always use side lighting in bathrooms to help people to see as they get older. Lighting in a shower is extremely important, Lindquist agrees, adding that, The height of vanities is important, as well. They are quite innovative.