Atherton Court continued to incorporate innovative design, ADA accessibility, and the principles of green building. Environmentally responsible design strategies, including the use of regional, recycled, recyclable, and salvaged materials, were used whenever possible. With accessibility in mind, careful consideration was given to ensuring that the home would continue to meet the needs of its occupants over time. Ramps, turnarounds, fixtures, and door widths comply with ADA requirements for accessibility. Moreover, the house’s multipurpose room in the north wing can accommodate live-in nursing or caregiving staff. Ultimately, the open plan is similar in program to earlier projects, yet vastly different in its enhanced sense of spatial quality, resulting from increased volume and natural light.