
He strives to make homes that comply with universal design standards but also are beautiful. Puddicombe creates exterior wheelchair access through landscaping, which he says adds value to a home.
He explains in the story: "Visually, landscaped pathways that are curved and sloped gradually along the rising ground have a beautifying effect. This not only increases the resale value of a home, but eliminates any sign of vulnerability in terms of home security. In the long run, it's also less expensive to maintain than a wooden ramp because it's more durable and doesn't shift or require railings to reduce the risk of falling."