133 | Boost Your Design Career With Aging in Place Design & Certification

Are your designs ready for the future?

As people age, their homes should remain safe, comfortable, and stylish. But designing for aging in place requires more than just grab bars and wider doorways—it’s about creating a home that supports independence and well-being.

In this episode, I talk about how you can integrate aging-in-place principles into your interior design projects and introduce a program that allows you to become a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS). This certification can set you apart in the design world and help you tap into a growing market of clients seeking innovative and thoughtful home design.

I also share practical tips for designing homes that can adapt to changing physical needs while maintaining a stylish appearance and avoiding the feel of a hospital environment.

Ready to transform spaces and help people live comfortably at every stage of life? Tune in now and start creating spaces that truly stand the test of time!

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:

• Discover the essential design features that keep homes functional, stylish, and comfortable for years to come
• Learn actional tips to make homes safer and more comfortable for aging clients while keeping them stylish and functional
• Get certified as an Aging in Place Specialist to boost your career as an interior designer

Check out the show notes >>> Boost Your Design Career With Aging in Place Design & Certification

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NEXT STEPS:

• Get on the waitlist Launch Your Business Bootcamp to secure your spot
• Join the My Design Mentor to kickstart a successful career in interior design!

Grab your freebies:

• Your Roadmap to a Career in Interior Design
• 3 Things I Wish I had known when I Started my Career

Connect With Me:

• Email: podcast@rwarddesign.com
• Instagram: @rwarddesign
• Website at rwarddesign.com

Thanks for listening! I hope this helps you discover if interior design is the career for you. See you next week...

Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(02:05) Differences Between Aging in Place and Universal Design

(04:13) Key Considerations for Aging in Place Design

(06:19) Functionality and Convenience in Design

(09:50) Designing for Different Rooms

(13:37) Emotional and Practical Aspects of Aging in Place

(15:15) Certification and Specialization in Aging in Place