Designing Forever Homes: Where Style Meets Longevity
Your clients’ dream homes should not come with a shelf life. As more homeowners plan for aging and accessibility needs, there is a growing demand for homes that are not only beautiful and functional today but flexible enough to meet changing needs in the decades ahead. In this webinar, we will unpack what it truly means to build a “forever home” as one that adapts gracefully over time without sacrificing aesthetics, livability, or long-term value.
Builders and designers are uniquely positioned to shape spaces that support comfort, safety, and independence at every stage of life. This session will explore how to seamlessly integrate accessible features into your projects from the start, helping you avoid expensive retrofits down the road and deliver thoughtful, future-ready design.We will take a closer look at kitchens and bathrooms, two of the most essential and high-risk areas in the home. We will highlight how to plan for maneuverability, choose the right fixtures, and incorporate accessible elements like zero threshold showers, drawer-based storage, and multi-height countertops in a way that feels intentional and elevated.
From floor plan strategy to finish selections, this presentation blends real-world construction knowledge with a design-forward mindset. You will leave with clear takeaways on how to enhance usability without compromising your project’s style or bottom line. Whether you are a custom home builder, remodeler, or residential designer, this webinar offers a blueprint for creating smarter, safer, and more inclusive homes that stand the test of time for everybody.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand core principles to design an accessible kitchen.
- Understand core principles to design an accessible bathroom.
- Learn how to discuss the importance of incorporating accessible features with your clients.
Designing Forever Homes: Where Style Meets Longevity
Maegan Blau
Founder, Blue Copper Design
Maegan Blau is the founder of Blue Copper Design, an interior design studio based in Arizona specializing in Accessible Design. Since establishing the company in 2018, Maegan has been a trailblazer in the interior design industry. With a personal understanding of disability and a passion for design, her niche redefines the standards of what residential accessibility encompasses. Maegan’s design philosophy revolves around creating inclusive and elevated homes so everybody can live an empowered life.
