Designing a Forever Home: Aging in Place with Heart, Heritage, and Intention
Some houses are simply structures. But others? They become vessels of legacy, homes that tell stories, hold memories, and welcome new beginnings.
This project was exactly that.
Our clients, a couple preparing for retirement with grown children and grandchildren, came to us with a vision: a forever home designed for aging in place, multi-generational gatherings, and meaningful moments. It wasn’t just about renovating a house. They were building a legacy.
They found a property with great light, solid bones, and space to grow into. From there, we re-imagined every corner to reflect their next chapter, blending accessibility, comfort, and timeless design.
Key features of this full-home renovation included:
- Wider doorways for accessibility and ease of movement
- A main-level suite with integrated storage and soft, aging-friendly transitions
- A family-centered kitchen designed for hosting, cooking with grandkids, and connection
- Warm, welcoming living spaces perfect for long visits, shared meals, and storytelling
We wove in personal touches throughout, from a custom gallery fall featuring loved ones, to a restored photograph from their first date displayed on custom-built bookcases. These moments brought deep emotion to the design process, grounding the space in meaning.
More than just a remodel, this was a full Casita service experience: from concept and project management to final styling and white-glove setup. Every detail was crafted with care to honor the clients’ story and support their future.
Now, their home is ready to carry them through this next season, a space of comfort, connection, and the continuation of their story.
