For the sixth of a series of 3-question interviews with KPA team members, to help you get to know us all a bit better, John Loreck (JL) interviewed Lino Iacomella (LI) Lino is an experienced property economist, policy analyst and business connector. He has successfully managed
The spotlight is on Special Disability Accommodation (SDA) after the release of the interim report in the Aged Care Royal Commission, which called for immediate action to move young people out of aged care. There are 6000 younger people with disability in aged care across Australia, and many more
The success of Western Australia’s new housing plan for seniors will depend on the housing system embracing innovation in the design and delivery of age-friendly communities, according to a leading designer of retirement villages and age-care facilities. “It’s great that smart design is central to Western Australia’s new five-year plan
Our aged care project Italian Aged Care had its official opening on the weekend, comprising of a short mass and tour of the completed facility. Members of the community, staff and Board attended along with a few special guests, including the Abruzzese Emigrant Association of
The good news in a key population outlook for Western Australia, is that a return to higher long-term growth rates is expected soon. However, WA is ageing faster than expected and the disability sector is looming large in both a social and business sense. Structural change in population
We would like to congratulate Pindan for winning 'Best Aged Care Building ($10-$20 million)' for Koh-I-Noor Contemporary Aged Care at the 2019 MBA Excellence in Construction Awards! We are proud to be part of the team for this wonderful aged care home. You
For the fifth of a series of 3-question interviews with KPA team members, to help you get to know us all a bit better, Sally Jones (SJ) interviewed Libby Pracilio (LP). For those who haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting her, Libby is an Associate Director
For the fourth of a series of 3-question interviews with KPA team members, to help you get to know us all a bit better, Sheridan New (SN) interviewed Sally Jones (SJ). For those who haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting her, Sally is an Associate Architect
At KPA Architects we are constantly expanding our knowledge and design base that we are now able to undertake Livable Housing Australia (LHA) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) projects and assessments. Associate Architect Jessica Clarkson leads our SDA knowledge and designs, and Clare Paterson is our accredited
Communities expect a lot more from the design, furnishing and maintenance of aged care centres, which is finally being recognised in new laws covering the sector. From 1 July 2019, the physical environment that aged-care services are delivered in residential care, respite and day therapy centres in Australia, will be