What You Will Learn
When we think about technology in homes, the first things that come to mind are security systems, audio and visual entertainment and, more recently, lighting. But there’s so much more to it! So, how about adding 61 million people to your possible client list? Today there are 61 million people that live with disabilities in the United States. There are a multitude of ways that technology can make their homes more accessible, functional, and livable. This session will provide insight into the disabilities that these people deal with daily, technology that you can bring to them to assist with their activities throughout the day, as well as some interactive time to brainstorm ideas that you may have that can improve the lives of others.
Learning Objectives:
- Discover how simple assistance technology can create a customer plus extended customers forever.
- Explain the inter-professional team and the role of the system integrator on that team.
- Illustrate the forms of technology that can be utilized by everyone including over 61 million disabled people in the United States to make their lives better.
Featured Presenter
LaDonna Eriksen, Founding Partner of the Construction Education Consortium
I’m LaDonna Eriksen, the Founding Partner of the Construction Education Consortium, a company I co-founded in May of 2023. Our presentations under the name of Construction Education Consortium began in the same year, focusing on educating and sharing expertise within the construction industry.
For the past 38 years, I’ve worked as an interior designer, running my business, Interiors by Design. I’m a proud member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), a licensed general contractor, and a Certified Living in Place Professional. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in both residential and commercial design, working on a variety of remodeling projects from the initial design concept to the final completion.
In addition to my design experience, I’ve been a licensed general contractor and project manager since 2012. For the past twelve years, a significant portion—over 85%—of my work has been centered around kitchen and bath design. This includes providing comprehensive design consultations, creating cabinetry layouts, producing shop drawings, drafting space plans for entire home designs, and overseeing production and installation.
I have a strong background in human anatomy, which has always influenced my approach to design. I believe that function and form must work hand in hand, and I make it a priority to ensure that every space I design is both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. Above all, making homes accessible and safe has always been a top priority in my work, and I strive to incorporate these elements into every project.
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