Can a Victorian Terrace House Become an Accessible Home?
Victorian terrace houses make up a quarter of UK housing stock, but narrow halls and multiple levels can make them hard to live in as mobility changes. Discover two ways to adapt a terrace house for accessibility - installing a home lift to keep every floor in use, or moving everyday living to the ground floor - with the costs, trade-offs and design considerations behind each, so you can stay in the home and neighbourhood you love.
Q&A with Kingsway Care: How home care and architecture can support ageing in place
What really keeps people independent as they age - equipment, or something more personal? Himmelzimmer sat down with Vicky Haines, Managing Director of Kingsway Care, to unpack the emotional and architectural realities of home care versus residential care. From why familiar surroundings support recovery to the home design features that make or break independent living, this Q&A offers practical insight for anyone navigating ageing-in-place decisions.
How to choose between stairlifts, platform lifts and home lifts
Looking for the right home lift solution? Explore the differences between home lifts, residential elevators, stairlifts and wheelchair platform lifts. Learn about costs, benefits, accessibility, and how adaptable home design can support independent living and future mobility needs.