The ability to create real and supportive communities requires an intimate understanding of the experiences of all users and how this knowledge can shape design. Such skills are becoming even more important in our increasingly regulated and competitive environment. A ...

Professor takes international look at how senior living spaces are built. A professor from Deakin University is encouraging more Australians to ask: “Where will I live as I get older?” Professor Lorraine Farrelly, who spoke on the topic at the ...

Whole-of-life housing’s a growth issue for builders and developers as people aim to live at home for as long as possible. By Dallas Bastian. A lot of people are ageing in homes that aren’t suitable to their needs, according to industry ...

Architecture group publishes collection of the best in projects for older people.  Some of the best architectural feats in the ageing space have been compiled in a new book. Architecture for an Ageing Population showcases projects in assisted living, continuing ...

Residents in aged care are demanding more for their money; here’s how providers and builders are working to change with the times and capitalise. By Dallas Bastian. The individuals entering aged care change from year to year, as do their ...

To minimise the risk of infections, a focus on disinfecting touch points is essential.  The cleaning process in aged care goes one step beyond most commercial requirements, as the elderly are more susceptible to illness and germs and have a ...

Cleanliness in aged-care environments is essential and requires a detailed approach from the ground up.  Residential and community aged care is already a huge business in Australia and it is estimated that it will grow by 25 per cent annually ...

Team effort, detailed vision help Blue Care/Aurecon Redcliffe centre claim award for project management.  An aged-care community development has taken out the award for the best construction and engineering project under $100 million in the nation. The Australian Institute of ...