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15 January 2024

How to Design an Aged Care Facility That Feels Warm and Homely

Five proven strategies to enhance your design journey. 

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Creating a Warm and Homely Atmosphere in Aged Care Facilities: Beyond Furnishings and Design Choices

Making an aged care facility feel warm and homely goes beyond furnishing the space or ensuring enough seating for visitors.

In addition to these details, construction design should be considered when creating a comforting atmosphere in an aged care facility.

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Here are five design tips that you can use to make your aged care facility feel more warm and homely

1. Limit institutional features

Large hallways, bright white walls, and clinical furniture can give off a cold and clinical vibe, which may not provide the inviting environment many family members look for when visiting their elderly loved ones. Replacing some traditional construction elements with home-like décors, such as soft colours, carpets, and artwork, will provide an inviting ambience for the elderly residents and visitors.

2. Incorporate natural elements

Natural light and outdoor features such as a courtyard or garden can help bring the outside in, providing comfort and relaxation to the aged care facility's inhabitants. Natural construction materials such as wood furniture, textiles, and flooring can warm an otherwise sterile environment.

3. Use flexible construction design

Partition walls that can easily be rearranged create a sense of flexibility in construction design. This allows greater variety and change within the space, allowing it to be adapted to different uses while still feeling comfortable and homely.

4. Consider acoustics

High-quality construction material that can reduce noise reverberation is essential in aged care construction design. This will create a peaceful atmosphere that encourages relaxation, allowing conversations and activities without overwhelming sound levels.

5. Incorporate technology

Smart construction design solutions allow for greater control over the environment in an aged care facility and provide convenience and safety to elderly residents. Automation of lighting and heating systems, security cameras, and other technologies can make living in an aged care facility more enjoyable without sacrificing comfort or safety.

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By considering construction design when developing an aged care facility, you can ensure it provides the warmth and homely feel that your elderly residents deserve. With these construction design tips, you’ll be able to create a comfortable space, inviting and safe for your elderly residents.

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