The Freedom design team took time to understand the issues we face both now and in the future, and their construction team delivered this to the letter. Thank you for creating such wonderful spaces for our family to enjoy together.
Disability Home Conversion Client, Kent
Project Description
An existing bungalow was remodeled and sympathetically extended to create a bespoke-designed disability home conversion suitable for the entire family. External works include outbuildings containing a therapy room and hydrotherapy pool.
This fully accessible adapted family home was custom designed to cater to the needs of a child with physical disabilities who will require ongoing support.
Meeting the Design Brief
As this project would be a long term living solution, a primary consideration was assessing the child’s existing requirements, as well as any changing needs going forward into adulthood. Consultation with the child’s healthcare providers was a key part of the initial design phase.
The family wanted a home that was modern and comfortable, with accessible areas that everyone could enjoy. Any specially adapted areas were designed to be equally appealing and maintain a stylish flow throughout the property.
The main building has been completely modernised throughout. The downstairs area features a large, fully accessible kitchen, living and dining space.
The wildlife-friendly accessible gardens are landscaped with meandering pathways, providing a visually stimulating journey around all outdoor areas.
Disability Adaptations
New build extension
Designed as a fully accessible apartment including adapted bathroom/wet room, bedroom and lounge.
Hydrotherapy Wet Room
The bathroom features a wet room/changing table and hydrotherapy bath.
Ceiling Hoists and Lifts
All rooms are fully fitted with ceiling hoists to provide full mobility throughout.
Care Accommodation
There is also a separate kitchen, bathroom and bedroom to comfortably accommodate a guest or respite carer within the apartment.
Accessible Landscaping and Outbuildings
All garden spaces designed to be fully accessible and visually stimulating. Features include raised planting beds and accessible outbuildings.
Hydrotherapy Annexe
Accessible annexe containing a custom-built hydrotherapy pool. Fitted with renewable-energy solar panels.
Therapy Room
Contemporary accessible outbuilding featuring full height windows which serves as a therapy room and classroom.
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