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What if your home could quietly protect you without looking clinical? We sit down with interior designer and aging‑in‑place specialist Evangeline Bates to unpack how universal design turns everyday rooms into safer, calmer spaces that still feel like you. From color choices that support aging eyes to lighting that guides at night, we dig into practical upgrades that lower risk and lift quality of life.

Evangeline shares the journey that moved her from traditional interiors to ageless living, including the personal moment that made the mission real. We walk through her assessment process step by step: starting at the front walk, spotting hazards in entries, prioritizing quick wins inside, and mapping bigger ...