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A One-Of-A-Kind National Demonstration Home in Columbus, Ohio  
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In-Depth Tour at One of a Kind Nationally Acclaimed Home (1 ½ hour tour)


Take a private behind-the-scenes in depth look from design, to construction, to post-occupancy, of the Universal Design Living Laboratory, the national demonstration home and garden in Columbus, Ohio. This spectacular Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Prairie Style home is unlike any you've seen. Clever design features and meticulous detailing make this home convenient, functional, peaceful and safe for everyone during every stage of life --- regardless of age, size, or physical ability.


This high performance custom home showcases asked for, forward thinking features, such as universal design, green and healthy construction, and feng shui principles. You will learn about these benefits, and more, during a tour of the home.


This home is totally wheelchair accessible. The Universal Design Living Laboratory is the top rated universal design home in North America earning three national certifications. It received a Gold rating on the National Green Building Standards certification program from the National Association of Home Builders for the green building components.


Tours can be scheduled by appointment for groups of 35-50 people at a fee of $15 per person. (A discounted fee of $10 per person applies to students, middle school through college). To enhance the experience, the number of visitors on each tour is limited and interior photography is permitted.


Tours average 1.5 hours and are lead by the general contractors/builders and homeowners, Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D. and Mark Leder. As an added feature of the tour, they will be available to answer your questions and point out highlights. You will have full access to the home and beautifully landscaped garden. Tours of this extraordinary model of excellence home are based on real-life research and firsthand experience. The tour guides will review what works, what sells, and where the challenges are. Each tour is customized based upon the interests of the group.


Continuing education credit for touring this exclusive home may be available through professional organizations. This tour program does address health, safety and welfare issues. In addition, tours include a segment dedicated to barrier-free design and/or sustainable design. For more details and to arrange group tours, contact Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D. [email protected]


From the beautifully landscaped waterfall and gardens to the trend setting products, and services, there's something for everyone. Take advantage of this opportunity to tour the Universal Design Living Laboratory!

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