When we decided to spotlight accessibility in this special issue, we had a few goals: 1) To represent as broad a spectrum of disability as possible, including both visible and invisible disabilities. 2) To include a full array of Lab-tested, best-in-class items and solutions, including the GH Institute’s top picks to make any home more accessible, and 3) To keep the disabled community at the center of our coverage.
Kelly, a writer and editor extraordinaire who has cerebral palsy, acted as an editorial consultant. Kelly’s thoughts, suggestions and corrections have been invaluable. She also gives us a peek into her accessible home.
Ananya is an award-winning artist and disability activist who is autistic and a survivor of MS and a traumatic brain injury. She provided the dynamic illustrations for this issue. Her vibrant style and whimsical touches bring the stories to life.
Ali, our guest editor, is the first wheelchair-using person to appear on Broadway and be nominated for and win a Tony Award. She emphatically raised her hand to lend her perspective. Ali's influential voice and her passionate advocacy for people with disabilities — particularly young girls — have been instrumental in grounding and sharpening our coverage.
I would like to thank Kelly, Ananya, Ali and all our contributors for sharing their insights and experiences. Creating this issue with their help has been truly enriching and eye-opening.
Jenny Anderson // Illustration by Ananya Rao-MiddletonTony-Award Winner Ali Stroker on How She Lives Boldly
"Some people wish that their disability weren’t a part of their lives, and it’s fine to be in that place, but what do you do next?" Read Now
Create an Accessible Home
Illustration by Kotryna ZukauskaiteHow to “Future-Proof” Your Home
Regardless of your disability status right now, this guidance from accessibility experts can help you create a welcoming space that works for the long term. Read Now
One Designer’s Mission to Make Homes More Accessible — Starting With Her Own
Photo credit: aMaes Photography // Illustrations by Ananya Rao-Middleton
Editor in Chief & Director, Hearst Lifestyle Group Jane Francisco Group Creative Director Melissa Geurts Executive Editor Beth Dreher Group Digital Content Director Lauren Matthews Ide
Editorial
Group Director, Digital Content Strategy Michelle Manetti; Senior Editor, Social & Community Olivia DiTomasoHOME: Home Design Director Monique Valeris ART DIRECTION: Deputy Design Director Betsy Farrell;Associate Art Director Danielle Carson RESEARCH: Copy Chief Benay R. Bubar; Research Editor Clare Ellis HEARST VISUAL GROUP: Visual Director Roni Martin-Chance; Visual Editor Sara Neumann
GH Institute
EDITORIAL: Deputy Editor, Editorial Operations and Special Projects Sarah Wharton; Updates Editor Elizabeth BerryMEDIA + TECH LAB: Reviews Analyst, Media & Tech Lab Olivia Lipski
Video
Vice President of Video Jason Ikeler; Director of Video Amanda Kabbabe; Executive Producers Kathryn Rice, Gigi Pena; Director of Photography Andrew Clancy; Associate Cinematographer Jay Aguirre; Senior Director of Production Manecha Guillaume; Producers Brian Murray; Alissa Godwin; Ali Buchalter; Associate Producer Jessica Lee; Production Assistants Jordan Abt; Katya Zobel de Ayala; Director of Post-Production Heather Weyrick; Post Production Supervisors Shu-Ying Chung; Zoe Zachary; Editor Sam Miller; Design Director Alina Petrichyn; Motion Graphics Designers Kelsey Fink; Josh Walker; Colorist Oliver Eid
Special Contributors
Guest Editor Ali Stroker; Editorial Consultant Kelly Dawson; Illustrations Ananya Rao-Middleton; Hair and makeup Sophie Ono
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