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There will be 77 million baby boomers in the U.S. by 2015 between the ages of 59 and 69.
Building for Boomers provides up-to-date data and interpretation on housing trends that will help you design homes to meet the needs of aging baby boomers. This unique design and construction resource brings together boomer demographic information and housing research from various sources. Included are before and after photos of renovated homes, communities, and facilities, as well as drawings and blueprints that can be used as design templates.
About the Authors
Judy Schriener is a journalist in the design and construction field who spent 16 years in McGraw-Hill's Construction Group as editor-in-chief of the group's website.
Mike Kephart is recognized as one of the leaders in the field of 50+ housing and has won numerous awards for his designs.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction (Who are boomers and why should we care about them?; Current housing is housing of the past; What do boomers want?). Chapter 2: Unexpected Challenges. Chapter 3: What We Do Know. Chapter 4: Geography Counts. Chapter 5: Sustainable Development and Aging in Place. Chapter 6: Technology Turns the Tide. Chapter 7: Single-Family Homes. Chapter 8: Townhouses and Condos. Chapter 9: Active Adult Communities. Chapter 10: Assisted Living Facilities and Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Chapter 11: Design Options. Chapter 12: Products to Make Life Easier. Chapter 13: Looking Ahead. Appendix. Glossary. Bibliography.
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