IF YOU’VE SUFFERED a sports or other injury, then you know how difficult it can be to navigate around the house when your mobility or agility aren’t in tip-top condition.

At Kashian Bros, we often suggest that clients plan their next bathroom upgrade with situations like this in mind.

One of the first things we do is design or re-design the space so there is enough room to easily move with assistive equipment.

Next, we make sure the shower is easy to enter on foot and with wheels, which means a wide entryway and no shower curb. We have many interesting options to address this, including wet rooms and custom shower walls.

The shower is then designed for accessibility, often including a seat near the water stream, a niche at an accessible height, and adjustable shower heads.

The type of floor in the shower and the entire bathroom is important. We make sure it isn’t excessively slippery and provides a stable surface for walkers, wheelchairs, and other devices.

Equally important is a comfort height toilet, which is several inches taller than the standard toilet, allowing more independence for those with mobility issues.

We always add room for essential grab bars. Some people like to add them right away, to accommodate family members or guests; others wait until there is an immediate need.

Finally, we install pedestal or other vanities that allow foot room for assistive equipment and have easy pulls for arthritic hands and wrists.

We fine tune this design with strategic lighting throughout the bathroom, inside cabinets, and install motion-activated lights to create security and ease at night.

Call Kashian Bros if you want a beautiful new kitchen or bath without the stress and anxiety of a typical home project. We take care of the entire project from start to finish, including design and all installation, even plumbing, lighting, wallpaper, and paint.

Kashian Bros is located in downtown Lake Forest and Wilmette. For more information, call 847-251-1200 or visit kashianbros.com.