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September 26, 2024 In News

New Aged Care Act

KPA Architects are looking forward to the new Aged Care Act and we are studying different approaches to implementing the ‘person-centred’ design model that is recommended. Options range from campus-style developments designed for specific needs like dementia care, through to clusters of specialised care in multi-story developments for inner city locations. A particular focus for KPA will be meeting the challenge of implementing the design innovations in refurbishments of existing larger aged care homes. We are reaching out to clients to get feedback on various approaches.

September 3, 2024 In News

NDIS Reforms Approved

KPA Architects look forward to working with participants, carers, and housing providers in creating new Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) in line with the funding reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which were passed by Federal Parliament recently. According to KPA director, Todd Paterson: “It’s good to know the NDIS is on a sustainable growth path. The changes to the design of SDA, like the phasing out of large group homes, will create a healthier environment for both participants and carers.”

[Pictured: KPA designs for upcoming SDA developments]

August 22, 2024 In News

Officially Open!

KPA were thrilled to attend the Brightwater Care Group Ltd. Huntington’s Disease Campus in Piara Waters yesterday, where the Hon Don Punch, Minister for Regional Development; Disability Services; Fisheries; Seniors and Ageing; and Volunteering, officially opened the homes.

It was great to see the homes already in operation and the ceremony attended by many of the residents. It’s an incredibly special project and one we’re extremely proud to have been involved in with Dale Alcock Projects, Adam Roebuck, and the wider team.

Read more here.

Pictured above: Todd discusses the design with the Hon Don Punch and senior Brightwater staff.

August 21, 2024 In News

50 Years of Excellence in Project Planning

What is the strategy to take a great property idea and turn it into a real place loved by its users? It starts with due diligence and a feasibility study to investigate and assess whether an idea is viable and what the risks may be. Once an idea is deemed viable, it then involves a culture of embedding project planning into the design process from the very start to ensure the clients’ needs are met and risks avoided.

This is a benefit of KPA Architects’ decades of experience delivering projects in Western Australia – by joining a project’s journey from its inception, we can help our clients get their projects delivered on time and on budget.

A good example is Italian Aged Care’s ‘Villa Terenzio’ in Perth’s northern suburbs, successfully designed and delivered by KPA in 2020. The complex brief required attractive high care dementia accommodation built within an existing care facility.

Start your project on the right foot. Reach out to KPA today to discuss your project’s due diligence and feasibility needs.

August 8, 2024 In News

Disability Royal Commission

Good to see important housing issues covered in last week’s Royal Commission recommendations, like exploring alternative housing options and phasing out larger group homes. We are already seeing these, and other reforms adopted in Western Australia.

Read more here.

July 18, 2024 In News

KPA Architects – 50 Years of Achievement

Keeping a business running for half a century is no small feat. It’s important to stop and smell the roses once in a while. So, last night, we did just that!

Thanks to all those who joined us for the festivities. A big thank you, also, to Christian Tinelli and Café Lucia for the delicious food, to The Scene Team who helped us capture the evening, and to Scott Murphy Designs for our 50th anniversary logo.

July 16, 2024 In News

5 Decades of Excellence in Full-Service Designing

The secret to a great design outcome is managing the project delivery professionally and seamlessly. KPA embraced this concept very early in WA by becoming a ‘full service’ design firm coordinating all aspects of a project. This has evolved to include human-centred design discovery, architectural, drafting, interior design, project management, and construction supervision services. You can see the benefits of this total project management approach in our successful recent large and small projects, like Opal Healthcare’s 120 bed aged care home in Treeby, and the three-unit modular-built Specialist Disability Accommodation in Wonthella Geraldton. KPA was actively involved in their design and project delivery.

July 10, 2024 In News

National Design Principles

New national design principles to guide refurbishments and new residential aged care accommodation builds came into effect this week. The federal government initiative aims to create more home-like environments in aged care premises. KPA Architects have studied the guidelines closely and we are available to discuss their application to West Australian conditions.

June 13, 2024 In News

Five Decades of Retail Excellence

Creating exciting new shopping environments was the foundation of KPA Architects in WA. Beginning in 1984 with the Newman Boulevard Shopping Centre we have helped create numerous centres in Perth metro and statewide. Some of the early landmark developments were Innaloo Shopping Centre and Mirrabooka Square. More recently we participated in the creation of popular community hubs like Eaton Fair and The Mezz, Mt Hawthorn. As centres evolve and new ones emerge, we look forward to helping clients develop their retail assets for their local communities to enjoy.