The color and lighting design in the home renovation for the elderly have the following points to pay attention to:
Color design: Avoid using overly strong color contrasts. Excessive color contrast can lead to visual fatigue and discomfort, so it is necessary to avoid using inappropriate color combinations such as red and green, blue and yellow.
Avoid using colors that are too harsh. Colors that are too harsh can affect the vision of the elderly, so it is necessary to avoid using colors that are not suitable for the elderly, such as bright yellow and bright red.
Avoid using colors that are too dull. Colors that are too dull can feel dull and oppressive, so it is necessary to avoid dark blue, gray, and other colors that are not suitable for the elderly.
Choose according to the preferences and usage habits of the elderly. Different elderly people have different preferences and usage habits, so it is necessary to choose according to the personal preferences and usage habits of the elderly in the design of age-appropriate home decoration to enhance their quality of life and physical and mental health.
Lighting design: Choose a soft light source that is suitable for the eyes of the elderly to avoid glare and glare. LED luminaires can be chosen because they are energy-efficient, long-lasting, and dimmable.
Set up different lights in different areas to meet the needs of the elderly for different activities in the bathroom. For example, there should be bright and even lighting in the washing area in front of the mirror, while soft background lighting can be chosen in the shower area.
Easy-to-operate lighting control switches are available, and with the use of touch switches or remote control switches, seniors can easily turn on and off the lights and avoid going too dark or too bright.
Install emergency lighting in the restroom, such as emergency lights or night lights, in case of power outages or difficulties for older adults when using it at night.
Use contrast shading. Use contrasting shade design in the restroom so that older adults can clearly identify the outline and location of objects and reduce the risk of tripping or bumping.
Choose non-slip and non-reflective materials such as non-slip floor tiles and frosted glass to reduce the likelihood of the elderly slipping or dizziness in the bathroom.
In general, the color and lighting design in the home renovation for the elderly needs to fully consider the physical condition, living habits and needs of the elderly, and comprehensively consider and design from the aspects of safety, comfort and personalized needs to create a safe, comfortable and convenient living environment.