Housing for the 21st century is changing. More than ever, it is necessary to design living space that meets the needs of all people, young, old, short, tall, disabled and able-bodied. There's an exciting design principle called Universal Design that helps achieve this objective. Using Universal Design and applying principles for affordable building techniques results in a product that serves a broad range of people.
This report was written, at the request of the NSW Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care (DADHC), for service providers, architects, interior designers, etc, to improve the ability of adult day centres to provide a safe environment which caters to the specific needs of people with dementia. The report provides a checklist for dementia design guidelines and case examples of modified existing dementia respite centres. The second edition has a reviewed and streamlined checklist section and some updated content.
A document detailing guidelines for the design of a dementia day care based on 9 principles.
A site Providing information on universal design. Also provides design plans and pictures with explanation of modifications.
An article with limited information on universal design and home modification.
Smart Housing is good practice in designing, planning and building homes to make them moresocially, environmentally and economically sustainable.
In a Smart House, you will be able to move around more easily, feel safer, save money and help the environment. You and your family can live in a Smart House through all stages of your lives.
Smart Housing has been developed in response to the demand for housing that better meets people's needs and responds to the Queensland climate while saving money.
The NSW Home Modification and Maintenance Services (HMMS) State Council is the peak organisation for the HMMS industry in New South Wales.
This bulletin tackles the issues around prescribing home modifications for children. It lists the significant Australian Standards to consider, factors relevant to carers, anthropometric considerations and adjustable products and supplier details.
This bulletin tackles the issues around prescribing home modifications for children. It lists the significant Australian Standards to consider, factors relevant to carers, anthropometric considerations and adjustable products and supplier details.
A brochure outlining the ILC Access Service, design ideas and the links to the ILC website to search for design ideas and products.
