Moderator: John C. Bollinger, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Washington, D.C.
Carol Peredo-Lopez, AIA, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Washington, D.C.
Thomas D. Davies Jr., AIA, Thomas Davies Architect, Annapolis, Md.

      Successful residential projects for wheelchair users and homeowners with disabilities require practical understanding of accessible design principles and sensitivity to client circumstances and life style. Using case studies to illustrate a wide range of built projects, explore the creative and tailored solutions that can minimize owner costs and provide greater utility without sacrificing aesthetics.

Learning objectives:

• Discuss the wide range of design issues that impact wheelchair users and homeowners with other disabilities
• Explore alternative design solutions to many common accessibility challenges and evaluate their relative advantages and deficits
• Identify special building products currently available for incorporation into accessible residential construction.