KPA Win Finalist Award for Bethanie Gwelup at the 6th Eldercare Innovation Awards 2018

KPA Architects are proud to announce our project Bethanie Gwelup won Finalist Award for ‘Best Silver Architecture – In-Operations’ at the 6th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards 2018. The awards were held in Singapore on the 15th and 16th of May with entrants from around the world participating. A great achievement for the project and we congratulate The Bethanie Group, PACT Construction, the design consultant team and all parties involved for their hard work and efforts. We also congratulate all finalists and winners of each category.

Bethanie Gwelup is an innovative “campus style model” where residential aged care living is cohesively linked to the apartment living. The concept behind this model is to allow for a ‘Continuum of Care,’ something that Bethanie are committed to delivering to their residents. The development comprises of 112 high care and dementia bedrooms with ensuites, 68 assisted living (retirement) apartments, the Lake Gwelup Christian Church and community facilities.

You can read more about our Bethanie Gwelup and Lake Gwelup Christian Church projects by clicking here.
For the full list of winners at the 6th Eldercare Innovation Awards click here.

KPA Architects are now Affiliated with LASA

KPA Architects are proud to announce that we are now affiliated with LASA (Leading Age Services Australia Ltd) and are listed as a service provider. LASA is a purpose lead national body representing and supporting aged care providers and services across retirement living, residential and home care. LASA’s purpose is “to enable a high performing, respected and sustainable age services industry delivering affordable, accessible, quality care and services for older Australians” which aligns with our values. We look forward to being affiliated with this great service provider.

If you would like to see our listing as a service provider please click here.
If you would like to find out more about LASA please click here.

LASA NEXT GEN has been developed by young professionals in the aged care industry and a one day forum was held at the Perth Arena on Tuesday, 15th May. The forum was a place where young leaders held constructive conversations and shared ideas between different generations. Hon Ken Wyatt MP (Minister for Aged Care and Indigenous Health) started the day off with an inspiring speech and KPA’s Director Todd Paterson was the event’s master of ceremonies. A great event and we look forward to the next LASA NEXT GEN forum.

Italian Aged Care Commences on Site

KPA Architects are excited to announce our aged care project Italian Aged Care has commenced on site with the turning of the sod by Chris Roberts from Italian Aged Care. This project is due for completion in 2019 and will provide 80 new bedrooms and great amenity for residents, their families and staff. We look forward to working with Badge Constructions (WA) and our client Italian Aged Care over the coming year.

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Todd Paterson (KPA Architects), Angus Harriman (Badge Constructions WA), Mark Kamid (Badge Constructions WA), Marc Spadaccini (KPA Architects), Stephen Young (Badge Constructions WA), Chris Roberts (Italian Aged Care), Julian Timmis (Badge Constructions WA), Sheldon Turner (Total Project Management)

Koh I Noor Grand Opening

KPA Architects are proud to announce our project Koh I Noor Contemporary Aged Care had its grand opening on the 27th March 2018. Located in Wembley, the project features 80 aged and dementia care beds including courtyard spaces, activity, dining and lounge areas.

A successful project led to a successful opening night! A great team effort by all involved and we congratulate everyone on their efforts.

The project was featured in the West Australian on the 18th April 2018. Please click on the image below to read the article.

Image credit: OP Properties

KPA’s Penni Sutton is Guest Speak at Designing for Dementia Talk

KPA Architects Senior Designer Penni Sutton was a guest speaker at the AIA WA Chapter Office for the Designing for Dementia talk on Monday, 12th March 2018. She presented alongside Jason Burton from Alzheimers WA.

Penni presented on dementia design, specifically looking at the key decisions which guide architecture.  She presented key design principles and approaches to design, colour and materials with an emphasis on the interior environment, using examples from our recently completed Bethanie Gwelup.

Happy International Women’s Day 2018

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today our KPA ladies attended lunch at the Australian Institute of Architects WA Chapter where Hon. Cheryl Edwards gave an inspiring talk. Today is a special day for women, men and everyone around the world who strive for equality in the workplace and in our everyday lives. Diversity and inclusion will only be a reality by getting everyone on board.

Bethanie Gwelup is a Finalist in the 6th Eldercare Innovations Awards 2018

KPA Architects are proud to announce that we are a finalist in the 6th Eldercare Innovation Awards 2018 for Best Silver Architecture : In-Operations Category for our project Bethanie Gwelup. Entrants are from all over the world including New Zealand, Denmark, Japan and Hong Kong.

Click here for the full list of finalists.

Winners will be announced on the 16th May 2018 in Singapore. Wish us luck!

Bethanie Gwelup Wins Property Council of Australia National Retirement Award for Innovation

KPA Architects are very proud to announce Bethanie Gwelup received the 2017 Property Council of Australia National Retirement Living Awards for Innovation (sponsored by CSR Hebel) at the National Retirement Living Summit on 27th of November 2017.

Bethanie Gwelup consists of 62 independent living apartments, 112 high care and dementia bedrooms and Lake Gwelup Christian Church. Bethanie Gwelup is the first ‘campus style’ model for Bethanie Group, allowing residents to access different levels of care while remaining on the same site.

The project was recognised for its use of technology and the Integrated Extra Low Voltage System (IELVS) to integrate the traditionally separate independent living and aged care buildings and operations as one smooth-running site.  Residents who reside in the independent living apartments can directly access support and care services when needed without having to leave their home. The IELVS monitors emergency and security controls and building equipment maintenance throughout to identify malfunctions and automatically distributes work orders.

This award is a tremendous recognition for everyone involved in the project including Bethanie Group Inc, KPA Architects, PACT Construction, the entire design team and we congratulate everyone involved. The project was up against other fantastic developments and we congratulate the runners up on their excellent projects.

For more information about the award, please watch the video below and visit https://www.retirementlivingawards.com.au/innovation-1

Image and video credit: Property Council of Australia