Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) and residential architect. Expert in accessible home design, smart home technology, and ADA-compliant retrofitting.
Marcus Thorne is a licensed architect and accessibility consultant who has spent the last decade transforming houses into safe havens for aging adults. With a certification as an Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS), Marcus understands the critical balance between aesthetics and functionality in residential design. He consults on projects ranging from simple bathroom retrofits to complex whole-home automation systems involving voice-activated security and sensors. Marcus is an expert in universal design principles, ensuring that ramps, wider doorways, and lighting systems meet strict safety codes while maintaining the home's value. His guides help families navigate the technical and construction aspects of modifying a home for long-term care without creating a "clinical" atmosphere.