What if “accessible homes” were just… normal homes?

In this episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with interior designer and accessibility advocate Maegan Blau, founder of Blue Copper Design, to talk about universal design, aging in place, and why accessibility should never feel like an afterthought.

Maegan shares her personal journey as a quadriplegic, how her experience transformed the way she sees spaces, and why thoughtful design creates independence, dignity, and freedom for everyone — not just people with disabilities.

From zero-step entries and seamless accessibility to the deeper conversation around inclusion, this episode explores how homes can be designed to work better for every stage of life.

Topics Covered:
• What universal design actually means
• Why accessibility should feel invisible
• ADA vs Universal Design
• The emotional impact of “separate” accessibility
• Designing homes for real people, not checklists
• Why accessible design benefits EVERYONE
• The future of aging in place and inclusive homes

Connect with Maegan Blau:
Website: https://bluecopper.design
Instagram & TikTok: @bluecopperdesign

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