This poster evaluates three Extra Care housing projects designed by Archadia Architects to understand the complexities of dementia care in these schemes through holistic design. The projects - Beechwood Court, Patching Lodge, and Lea Springs - are analyzed based on design features, care provision, technology, facilities, and relationships between residents and the community. Key findings show that small, domestic communal spaces; clear wayfinding; access to outdoor areas; and integration with local services support residents with dementia. Future models should further enhance orientation cues, safety, and community involvement.
The portfolio contains information on several of Fabian Betancour's architecture projects including:
- A writer's retreat in England consisting of a 60 square meter living area within a service area.
- A shirt maker's shop in England that blends tradition and skill into the high street using a concrete facade.
- A villa project in Spain called Camaguan that is designed as connected cabins blending into the terrain.
- A wellbeing center in England situated between wetland and dryland ecosystems.
- A concept for a market and community center in Spain that takes advantage of an existing public space.
This document provides a conceptual master plan for a proposed rooftop design located in a densely populated area lacking green space. The rooftop aims to be a communal space accommodating residents, workers, and the public. Key elements of the design include using greenery to provide a respite from the urban environment, modular residential units in a zigzag pattern to maximize space, pocket gardens among retail shops, a centralized open area for events, and placement of overhang louvers and vegetation to soften the space. Materials will reflect the natural environment. References of similar successful rooftop designs are also included.
This document provides information about MODE, a residential design firm. It discusses MODE's approach to different types of residential projects including high rise developments, affordable housing, low rise residences, and innovation capitalization.
For each project type, the document outlines MODE's methods and key considerations. It emphasizes collaboration, innovative and adaptive design, and a focus on social and environmental sustainability. Case studies are presented for various completed residential projects in Australia and overseas. The document establishes MODE's experience and commitment to diverse housing solutions.
Sheikh Sarai Housing Complex in New Delhi, designed by architect Raj Rewal in 1982, consists of 550 housing units arranged around shared courtyards in clusters. The complex draws inspiration from traditional Indian cities through its dense urban fabric organized around narrow, shaded streets and pedestrian pathways. Housing units are grouped around intimate courtyards and connected by a central spine, providing cross ventilation while maintaining privacy through perforated walls. The complex fosters community through its structured arrangement of shared outdoor spaces at various scales.
This document provides a case study on apartment buildings. It includes an introduction discussing trends in urbanization and housing needs. It then outlines the objectives and structure of the case study, which involves examining apartment buildings in Eastern Nepal, Lucknow India, and Montreal Canada. The document reviews the definition and history of apartments, as well as the need for apartments. It describes characteristics of high-rise apartments and common amenities. The document also discusses factors affecting apartment design and provides standards for better apartment design regarding setbacks, sizes, layouts, windows, storage, and noise impacts.
This document provides a brief agenda for a three-day transnational meeting between partners in the EU LLP Comenius multilateral partnership project taking place from April 22-24, 2013 in Palazzolo, Italy. The agenda outlines the daily schedule of partnership meetings, cultural visits to local schools, towns, and cities, as well as meals and accommodations. Activities include visits to pre-primary schools, kindergartens, the town of Bergamo, and Verona. Meals will be provided at various local restaurants and pricing is included. Accommodations can be booked at Azienda agricola "Ca' del Lupo" for listed nightly room rates. Contact information is also provided.
The portfolio contains information on several of Fabian Betancour's architecture projects including:
- A writer's retreat in England consisting of a 60 square meter living area within a service area.
- A shirt maker's shop in England that blends tradition and skill into the high street using a concrete facade.
- A villa project in Spain called Camaguan that is designed as connected cabins blending into the terrain.
- A wellbeing center in England situated between wetland and dryland ecosystems.
- A concept for a market and community center in Spain that takes advantage of an existing public space.
This document provides a conceptual master plan for a proposed rooftop design located in a densely populated area lacking green space. The rooftop aims to be a communal space accommodating residents, workers, and the public. Key elements of the design include using greenery to provide a respite from the urban environment, modular residential units in a zigzag pattern to maximize space, pocket gardens among retail shops, a centralized open area for events, and placement of overhang louvers and vegetation to soften the space. Materials will reflect the natural environment. References of similar successful rooftop designs are also included.
This document provides information about MODE, a residential design firm. It discusses MODE's approach to different types of residential projects including high rise developments, affordable housing, low rise residences, and innovation capitalization.
For each project type, the document outlines MODE's methods and key considerations. It emphasizes collaboration, innovative and adaptive design, and a focus on social and environmental sustainability. Case studies are presented for various completed residential projects in Australia and overseas. The document establishes MODE's experience and commitment to diverse housing solutions.
Sheikh Sarai Housing Complex in New Delhi, designed by architect Raj Rewal in 1982, consists of 550 housing units arranged around shared courtyards in clusters. The complex draws inspiration from traditional Indian cities through its dense urban fabric organized around narrow, shaded streets and pedestrian pathways. Housing units are grouped around intimate courtyards and connected by a central spine, providing cross ventilation while maintaining privacy through perforated walls. The complex fosters community through its structured arrangement of shared outdoor spaces at various scales.
This document provides a case study on apartment buildings. It includes an introduction discussing trends in urbanization and housing needs. It then outlines the objectives and structure of the case study, which involves examining apartment buildings in Eastern Nepal, Lucknow India, and Montreal Canada. The document reviews the definition and history of apartments, as well as the need for apartments. It describes characteristics of high-rise apartments and common amenities. The document also discusses factors affecting apartment design and provides standards for better apartment design regarding setbacks, sizes, layouts, windows, storage, and noise impacts.
This document provides a brief agenda for a three-day transnational meeting between partners in the EU LLP Comenius multilateral partnership project taking place from April 22-24, 2013 in Palazzolo, Italy. The agenda outlines the daily schedule of partnership meetings, cultural visits to local schools, towns, and cities, as well as meals and accommodations. Activities include visits to pre-primary schools, kindergartens, the town of Bergamo, and Verona. Meals will be provided at various local restaurants and pricing is included. Accommodations can be booked at Azienda agricola "Ca' del Lupo" for listed nightly room rates. Contact information is also provided.
The document summarizes the design of a new special care unit for dementia patients created by Cooinda Aged Care. Key features of the design include short continuous loops for circulation, central social spaces connected to outdoor areas, and maximization of natural light. The design aims to promote independence, orientation, and reduce agitation through evidence-based design principles. Initial assessments show improvements in residents' agitation levels and independence since moving into the new facility.
House to Home Design Competition for Autism SpeaksLaura Shrestha
This document provides a design proposal for a residential community and community center that will house and support individuals with autism spectrum disorder who require 24/7 support. The community will include 6 homes, 3 with 2 bedrooms and 3 with 1 bedroom. It will also include a community center building. The design goals are to provide quality housing that accommodates individual needs and preferences, offers opportunities for learning and training, is affordable to construct and maintain, and provides a supportive community environment. The document outlines the site plan, design approaches and solutions for both the interior and exterior of the homes and community center. It focuses on ensuring safety, limiting sensory overload, and allowing for routines, interests and collections of the residents.
Presentation on developments in architectural design of care homes in the UK, citing examples of best-practice from Canada, Denmark and the UK.
Elder care
Residential homes
Care homes
This senior-level course focuses on critical thinking through research, writing, discussion and problem-solving. Students identify a design problem and develop a visual solution incorporating responsible design methods. They examine hotel design elements and develop presentations reflecting industry standards. The course also presents an in-depth study of architecture and design from several non-western cultures through team presentations and fusion furniture designs.
Features to consider for Specialist Disability Housing.pptxLovina Kapoor
In Perth, Australia, the Government is recognizing the importance of designing houses for individuals with disabilities. Specialist Disability Housing (SDH) is one such government initiative to provide accessible and inclusive accommodations to individuals with disabilities. It is categorized as NDIS accommodation Perth.
This document provides information about MODE, a design firm that specializes in cultural infrastructure projects. It discusses MODE's experience designing various community and recreational facilities across Australia, including community centres, sports facilities, and parks. The document outlines MODE's approach of collaborating with stakeholders and clients to understand community needs and ensure designs are flexible, sustainable, and provide long-term benefits. It then provides examples of several projects MODE has completed in these areas.
Wheatland Lodge and Hospice Care Facility - Community Update SessionTraceyEvans25
On May 13, 2021 Berry Architecture + Associates provided a community update session to share the project progression. During this session, we provided a review of the community engagement sessions and the comments that we heard, talked about the site and its context in relation to the surrounding communities, shared the schematic design floor plans and elevations for the project and answered a few questions from members of the community.
This session was important for us to have with the community to showcase how many of the comments and ideas that they provided throughout the community engagement sessions have been evaluated and incorporated into the schematic design of the new lodge. The floor plans and elevations that were shown during this presentation are not final and will continue to evolve as the project progresses further through the design process.
Thank you again to everyone who participated in this update meeting! Please continue to check the project website and the project newsletters for more information as the project progresses.
Quattro Design Architects - Communities & LivingTom Bell
Brief overview of the practices portfolio that includes regeneration schemes, local asset-backed vehicle developments, open market housing, non-traditional housing redevelopment, rural exceptions sites and refurbishment projects in the residential sector.
The document summarizes Noel Murphy's study tour of social housing green spaces in Europe. It describes housing developments he visited in the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. In the Bijlmermeer development in Amsterdam, he observed the original master-planned design and ongoing renovations, including replacing high-rise buildings with low-rise units and redesigning open spaces. In Copenhagen, he saw the redesign of Sonder Boulevard to include varied recreational amenities through community engagement, and the striking landscape design of Charlotte Garden housing complex. The Hammarby Sjostad development in Stockholm integrated parks and sustainable design principles throughout. Augustenborg in Malmo, Sweden addressed past flooding issues through extensive green roof and
Based in Leytonstone East London, Schema Studio offer clients over 40 years of design and technical project expertise in both private and public sectors, in the UK and abroad.
The portfolio includes a broad range of projects encompassing Residential Architecture and Interior Design, Office and Learning environments, Hospitality design, Retail and Exhibition design and Landscape and Garden design.
Regardless of project type, Schema Studio clients will work with an integrated professional team which pride itself on providing personal, professional and comprehensive service. Coupled with our extensive network of specialist consultants, we ensure seamless project delivery and detailed, creative solutions that excel, whilst always meeting project goals and objectives.
Visit Our Website
http://www.schemastudio.co.uk/projects/
case studies of sustainable housing done in semester 1of masters of architecture under Chandigarh College of Architecture. socio-economic sustainability in housing design
This document summarizes a research project exploring how improved product and environmental design can enhance the quality of life for dementia patients in care homes. The researchers conducted immersive studies in several care homes, observing residents and staff. They developed design concepts focused on improving cognitive ability through familiar surroundings, social ability through interaction opportunities, and physical ability through accessibility. Prototypes were created for dining areas, with layout and tableware changes, and bedrooms, with personalization systems and dressing aids. The goal was to retrofit practical, low-cost solutions to better support dementia patients' existing skills and engage them in daily activities.
20 059 strathmore community engagement session #1 draftjherlynesguerra
This document discusses design considerations for a new senior living and hospice care facility in Strathmore, Alberta. It notes that the current facility was built in the 1960s and no longer meets modern standards. The new proposed facility would include 165 suites of various types, including independent living, supportive living, and a dedicated hospice care unit. The document emphasizes designing the built environment to promote health, safety, and community through sustainable design principles, access to amenities, and spaces that enable social interaction. It also provides examples of specific design features that could achieve these goals, such as solar orientation, green space, and pedestrian access.
This proposal outlines plans to design and build three new buildings and outdoor spaces for Kemp Hospice to improve facilities. The buildings would include a multi-purpose room, a sanctuary space, and a counseling room, connected by a walkway. A landscaped garden and sculpture area are also proposed. The design aims to provide light, peaceful environments supporting palliative care. Construction would be carefully managed to minimize disruption to hospice services. Engagement with staff and patients is planned to inform the design. The proposal includes project timelines, specifications, and contracting details.
Nhatrang Do is an interior design student at Texas Tech University expected to graduate in May 2016. She has experience as an intern at Linfield Design Associates in Austin and has worked as a receptionist. Her education focuses on interior design, architecture, and Revit. Her portfolio includes residential, healthcare, and commercial projects demonstrating her skills in hand and digital drafting, rendering, and model making. She is experienced in materials, lighting design, and sustainability and is preparing for the LEED Green Associate exam.
The document describes Kerrisdale Gardens, a recently completed aged care facility in Mackay, Queensland. It discusses the development of their vision for a facility focusing on wellness and life engagement. Stage 1 includes supported living villas and apartments, residential aged care, and a wellness center. Care can be delivered into various accommodation types as residents' needs change, allowing them to age in place. The design aims to feel like an extension of home rather than an institution.
Ilustrata Residences is a mid-rise condominium development located in Quezon City, Philippines. It will consist of six buildings ranging from 12-15 stories tall, offering studio, 1-bedroom, and combined 2-bedroom units ranging in price from PHP 1.74M to PHP 3.75M. The project is a joint venture between Property Company of Friends, a real estate developer, and Green Circle Realty, a real estate marketing company. Ilustrata Residences aims to provide affordable housing to middle-income families in a prestigious location near Greenhills and New Manila, and will include amenities such as swimming pools, function rooms, and security features.
This document provides an overview of the Source House development project in Mattapan, Massachusetts. Some key points:
- Source House will provide 51 units of housing, with 41 affordable units and 10 market rate units. It will be located near the Mattapan commuter rail station.
- The development aims to serve the needs of low-income working families in the community, with a focus on health, childcare, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
- In addition to housing, the development will include a central open space called Source Plaza that will function as a performance space, gathering place, and children's play area. It will also have a childcare center, gym/laundry facility, and
This document is an interior design portfolio belonging to Lana Bates that includes professional and student projects from Winter 2013. It contains an index of 8 professional interior design projects for senior living and healthcare facilities located in Wisconsin, Colorado, and Michigan. It also includes 2 student projects completed in Madison, WI. Contact information for Lana Bates is provided at the end. The portfolio provides summaries and images from 3 projects: Athea Laboratories in Milwaukee, WI; Brookdale Place of Madison, WI; and Waterford Senior Living in Waterford, WI. Key details about the projects, Lana's responsibilities, and design elements are highlighted.
The document summarizes the design of a new special care unit for dementia patients created by Cooinda Aged Care. Key features of the design include short continuous loops for circulation, central social spaces connected to outdoor areas, and maximization of natural light. The design aims to promote independence, orientation, and reduce agitation through evidence-based design principles. Initial assessments show improvements in residents' agitation levels and independence since moving into the new facility.
House to Home Design Competition for Autism SpeaksLaura Shrestha
This document provides a design proposal for a residential community and community center that will house and support individuals with autism spectrum disorder who require 24/7 support. The community will include 6 homes, 3 with 2 bedrooms and 3 with 1 bedroom. It will also include a community center building. The design goals are to provide quality housing that accommodates individual needs and preferences, offers opportunities for learning and training, is affordable to construct and maintain, and provides a supportive community environment. The document outlines the site plan, design approaches and solutions for both the interior and exterior of the homes and community center. It focuses on ensuring safety, limiting sensory overload, and allowing for routines, interests and collections of the residents.
Presentation on developments in architectural design of care homes in the UK, citing examples of best-practice from Canada, Denmark and the UK.
Elder care
Residential homes
Care homes
This senior-level course focuses on critical thinking through research, writing, discussion and problem-solving. Students identify a design problem and develop a visual solution incorporating responsible design methods. They examine hotel design elements and develop presentations reflecting industry standards. The course also presents an in-depth study of architecture and design from several non-western cultures through team presentations and fusion furniture designs.
Features to consider for Specialist Disability Housing.pptxLovina Kapoor
In Perth, Australia, the Government is recognizing the importance of designing houses for individuals with disabilities. Specialist Disability Housing (SDH) is one such government initiative to provide accessible and inclusive accommodations to individuals with disabilities. It is categorized as NDIS accommodation Perth.
This document provides information about MODE, a design firm that specializes in cultural infrastructure projects. It discusses MODE's experience designing various community and recreational facilities across Australia, including community centres, sports facilities, and parks. The document outlines MODE's approach of collaborating with stakeholders and clients to understand community needs and ensure designs are flexible, sustainable, and provide long-term benefits. It then provides examples of several projects MODE has completed in these areas.
Wheatland Lodge and Hospice Care Facility - Community Update SessionTraceyEvans25
On May 13, 2021 Berry Architecture + Associates provided a community update session to share the project progression. During this session, we provided a review of the community engagement sessions and the comments that we heard, talked about the site and its context in relation to the surrounding communities, shared the schematic design floor plans and elevations for the project and answered a few questions from members of the community.
This session was important for us to have with the community to showcase how many of the comments and ideas that they provided throughout the community engagement sessions have been evaluated and incorporated into the schematic design of the new lodge. The floor plans and elevations that were shown during this presentation are not final and will continue to evolve as the project progresses further through the design process.
Thank you again to everyone who participated in this update meeting! Please continue to check the project website and the project newsletters for more information as the project progresses.
Quattro Design Architects - Communities & LivingTom Bell
Brief overview of the practices portfolio that includes regeneration schemes, local asset-backed vehicle developments, open market housing, non-traditional housing redevelopment, rural exceptions sites and refurbishment projects in the residential sector.
The document summarizes Noel Murphy's study tour of social housing green spaces in Europe. It describes housing developments he visited in the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. In the Bijlmermeer development in Amsterdam, he observed the original master-planned design and ongoing renovations, including replacing high-rise buildings with low-rise units and redesigning open spaces. In Copenhagen, he saw the redesign of Sonder Boulevard to include varied recreational amenities through community engagement, and the striking landscape design of Charlotte Garden housing complex. The Hammarby Sjostad development in Stockholm integrated parks and sustainable design principles throughout. Augustenborg in Malmo, Sweden addressed past flooding issues through extensive green roof and
Based in Leytonstone East London, Schema Studio offer clients over 40 years of design and technical project expertise in both private and public sectors, in the UK and abroad.
The portfolio includes a broad range of projects encompassing Residential Architecture and Interior Design, Office and Learning environments, Hospitality design, Retail and Exhibition design and Landscape and Garden design.
Regardless of project type, Schema Studio clients will work with an integrated professional team which pride itself on providing personal, professional and comprehensive service. Coupled with our extensive network of specialist consultants, we ensure seamless project delivery and detailed, creative solutions that excel, whilst always meeting project goals and objectives.
Visit Our Website
http://www.schemastudio.co.uk/projects/
case studies of sustainable housing done in semester 1of masters of architecture under Chandigarh College of Architecture. socio-economic sustainability in housing design
This document summarizes a research project exploring how improved product and environmental design can enhance the quality of life for dementia patients in care homes. The researchers conducted immersive studies in several care homes, observing residents and staff. They developed design concepts focused on improving cognitive ability through familiar surroundings, social ability through interaction opportunities, and physical ability through accessibility. Prototypes were created for dining areas, with layout and tableware changes, and bedrooms, with personalization systems and dressing aids. The goal was to retrofit practical, low-cost solutions to better support dementia patients' existing skills and engage them in daily activities.
20 059 strathmore community engagement session #1 draftjherlynesguerra
This document discusses design considerations for a new senior living and hospice care facility in Strathmore, Alberta. It notes that the current facility was built in the 1960s and no longer meets modern standards. The new proposed facility would include 165 suites of various types, including independent living, supportive living, and a dedicated hospice care unit. The document emphasizes designing the built environment to promote health, safety, and community through sustainable design principles, access to amenities, and spaces that enable social interaction. It also provides examples of specific design features that could achieve these goals, such as solar orientation, green space, and pedestrian access.
This proposal outlines plans to design and build three new buildings and outdoor spaces for Kemp Hospice to improve facilities. The buildings would include a multi-purpose room, a sanctuary space, and a counseling room, connected by a walkway. A landscaped garden and sculpture area are also proposed. The design aims to provide light, peaceful environments supporting palliative care. Construction would be carefully managed to minimize disruption to hospice services. Engagement with staff and patients is planned to inform the design. The proposal includes project timelines, specifications, and contracting details.
Nhatrang Do is an interior design student at Texas Tech University expected to graduate in May 2016. She has experience as an intern at Linfield Design Associates in Austin and has worked as a receptionist. Her education focuses on interior design, architecture, and Revit. Her portfolio includes residential, healthcare, and commercial projects demonstrating her skills in hand and digital drafting, rendering, and model making. She is experienced in materials, lighting design, and sustainability and is preparing for the LEED Green Associate exam.
The document describes Kerrisdale Gardens, a recently completed aged care facility in Mackay, Queensland. It discusses the development of their vision for a facility focusing on wellness and life engagement. Stage 1 includes supported living villas and apartments, residential aged care, and a wellness center. Care can be delivered into various accommodation types as residents' needs change, allowing them to age in place. The design aims to feel like an extension of home rather than an institution.
Ilustrata Residences is a mid-rise condominium development located in Quezon City, Philippines. It will consist of six buildings ranging from 12-15 stories tall, offering studio, 1-bedroom, and combined 2-bedroom units ranging in price from PHP 1.74M to PHP 3.75M. The project is a joint venture between Property Company of Friends, a real estate developer, and Green Circle Realty, a real estate marketing company. Ilustrata Residences aims to provide affordable housing to middle-income families in a prestigious location near Greenhills and New Manila, and will include amenities such as swimming pools, function rooms, and security features.
This document provides an overview of the Source House development project in Mattapan, Massachusetts. Some key points:
- Source House will provide 51 units of housing, with 41 affordable units and 10 market rate units. It will be located near the Mattapan commuter rail station.
- The development aims to serve the needs of low-income working families in the community, with a focus on health, childcare, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
- In addition to housing, the development will include a central open space called Source Plaza that will function as a performance space, gathering place, and children's play area. It will also have a childcare center, gym/laundry facility, and
This document is an interior design portfolio belonging to Lana Bates that includes professional and student projects from Winter 2013. It contains an index of 8 professional interior design projects for senior living and healthcare facilities located in Wisconsin, Colorado, and Michigan. It also includes 2 student projects completed in Madison, WI. Contact information for Lana Bates is provided at the end. The portfolio provides summaries and images from 3 projects: Athea Laboratories in Milwaukee, WI; Brookdale Place of Madison, WI; and Waterford Senior Living in Waterford, WI. Key details about the projects, Lana's responsibilities, and design elements are highlighted.
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In the UK Extra Care schemes have become a dominant model in the
housing with care sector. However recently questions around the balance
of care needs in these schemes especially for residents with dementia and
the complexities of living in these environments have been raised. Archadia
Architects have worked on a number of Extra Care schemes in the past 20
years and through this developed an understanding of the importance of not
only the physical design but the care model and how schemes can foster a
sense of community to improve the experience of residents with dementia.
This poster will evaluate three Extra Care projects designed by Archadia
through a series of diagrams focussing on design, care provision, technology,
facilities and relationships between residents and the wider community. This
will be supported by a number of interviews with care providers and residents
cross referenced with research tools and guidance on dementia friendly
environments. It will finally reflect on future models based on current research
that responds to the challenges and opportunities that integration for dementia
poses in the design of these schemes adding a valuable practice based
contribution to this ongoing debate.
This poster accompanies a more detailed report available on the Archadia Website
Understanding the Complexities of
Dementia in Extra Care Schemes
through Holistic Design
Patching Lodge
‘Up to 1/4 of
residents in Extra
Care schemes suffer
from some level of
dementia’
HDRC Report 2012
Beechwood Court
‘Community around a courtyard’
‘Enhancing the Local Community’
‘Design of the physical
environment has an important
role to play in the health and
wellbeing of people with
dementia. Building design that
supports people with dementia
and meets their needs can
improve their quality of life,
alleviate symptoms and reduce
stress levels’.
HDRC Report 2012
Key findings and Reflections for Future Practice;
- Benefits are gained from entrances and principal communal areas which are simply and
clearly arranged with as few solid walls as possible giving clear site lines into spaces as
they are approached along main internal routes.
- People feel more comfortable in smaller communal sitting areas or in sub divided larger
spaces maximising the opportunity for them to sit with their backs against a wall.
- There is a need for more innovation in signage solutions that will assist orientation while
retaining a domestic setting.
- Buildings with distinct typologies assist in making them recognisable externally as do
colour, symbols and names internally.
- Safe access to the external world is important and exit controls need to be developed
to meet the needs of residents with dementia and the staff that support them while retaining
independence for others.
- If the communal facilities are open to the wider community there should also be spaces
provided just for residents which gives a sense of ownership.
- Extra care schemes can provide a vital resource for communities; services provided in well
designed communal facilities can support people with dementia in the scheme as well as in
the local area.
www.archadia.co.uk
@ArchadiaArch
0208 941 5161
Ashley House, 58-60 Ashley Road,
Hampton, Middlesex, TW12 2HU
Lea Springs is a development of flexi-care housing in Harpenden consisting of 38 part shared ownership
and part rental self-contained flats for Housing and Care 21. Communal areas include a dining room,
internet café and activity room. The scheme has been designed with a series of pitched roofs providing the
appearance of individual houses giving the scheme a domestic scale, the design received a local award for
enhancing the environment of Harpenden.
Beechwood Court is a new-build extra care housing scheme for A2 Dominion consisting of 40 self-contained flats with
communal areas. The flats are generously sized and many benefit from large bay windows orientated to maximise
natural light and views. There is an attractive courtyard which provides accessible outdoor space and other common
areas including a hairdressing room and dining room with communal seating space adjacent to the front entrance.
Patching Lodge is a seven-storey 76-unit mixed tenure Extra Care housing scheme built on a prominent
corner site in Brighton for Hanover Housing. The project is a landmark building in the Eastern Road Corridor
with a striking design drawing inspiration from the seafront location. In addition to the extra care flats,
several facilities are provided on the ground floor creating a hub for the wider community of older people.
These include restaurant, hairdresser, chiropodist, coffee bar and a shop. Also incorporated in the building
is a Healthy Living Centre run by the Primary Care Trust and a care link office to receive calls from older
people using alarm equipment.
Lea Springs
‘Appropriate light levels
can promote normal
patterns of waking and
sleeping. Views of nature
and spending time
outdoors are essential to
wellbeing’
Kings Fund
Assesment Tool
An award winning Chartered Architecture practice
specialising in progressive design solutions that allow
people to live with dignity.
Archadia Architects:
- The distinct colour scheme and art work on each floor provides good orientation, signage and
wayfinding strategies give clarity to location of flats and communal spaces.
- Plan designed to maximise natural light in both flats and corridors
- Shop integrated in scheme works well for residents needs also gives people who struggle to go out a
sense of independence.
- There are a number of activities many run by a volunteer organisation called Lifelines that are for
residents and the wider community promoting inclusion.
- All staff on site are dementia trained and Hanover’s team also run a Dementia Friends service.
‘We could improve
wayfinding by using
symbols for each floor or
naming them’
Patching Lodge Staff
‘I think that the
building works for
people with all
different needs’
Patching Lodge
Resident
Key dementia friendly design features include;
- Fully accessible design with a welcoming and clearly defined approach.
- Communal areas allow for different types of engagement on a domestic scale with access to external
patio areas and garden.
- Flats designed to maximise natural light without glare, good sight lines inside the flats with accessible
bathroom accessed from hall and bedroom and visible from the bed.
- Colour scheme and wayfinding supports resident’s orientation, with alcoves and shelves provided for
personalising front doors.
- Seating areas provided for people to rest or stop in corridors with handrails designed to contrast.
Key dementia friendly design features include;
Key dementia friendly design features include;
- Circulation allows residents to walk independently in a safe environment and the loop on the ground floor
provides good access to communal spaces and courtyard garden.
- The entrance is well defined and the distinct bay features give it a recognisable typology.
- Courtyard design allows residents views into garden which is secure with seating areas and raised planters
encouraging use.
- Communal lounge at entrance is a domestic scale and its location encourages interaction with good sight lines
to the dining space and bathroom.
‘The folding doors in the
flats are really successful as
they give people an option
to have two rooms or open
plan, which can improve
sightlines for residents
with dementia. They are
lightweight and easy to use.’
Beechwood Court Staff
‘Lounge feels like
an extension of
the home’
Beechwood Court
staff
‘what more could
you want from a
home?’
Beechwood Court
Resident
‘Creating a Community Hub’
‘The flats
are very well
designed for
people with
mobility issues’
Lea Springs,
Resident
Flat plans at Lea Springs
Diagram representing
communal space at
Patching Lodge and
the link to the wider
community
Diagram representing different colour
schemes on floors
Plan showing circulation
external access
and views
Based in South West London, with projects including
Extra Care Housing, Residential Care and Special
Needs Facilities.