de Fiddes are excited to introduce you to our new blog page! This is a place where we plan to share our thoughts and reviews on design, architecture, products and the latest cutting edge research.
Our team will be posting regularly on de Fiddes projects, review new and exciting innovations, pass on to you the latest education, share and promote notes of inspiration and show you some fabulous photos from our interior fit outs. Keep up to date on latest products in the market, articles of interest and research findings from our Managing Director, Debbie de Fiddes.
Our blog will not only be an example of what keeps the team at de Fiddes committed to being at the forefront of innovation but a fun place to collect and seek ideas, advice for all things design and even just to share whatever is on our minds.
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Steve Jobs said “learn continually – there is always ‘one more thing’ to learn.” At de Fiddes learning and expanding our skillset is a prerequisite to creating great work. . We recently read through David Engwicht’s eBooks and found some great information and ways of thinking that is relevant to aged care and can help decision makers find the confidence to take action.
Read MoreThis month’s Deb Talk is on Stimulation. More precisely, how we can create environments that are stimulating, and from an interiors perspective how can the design of the environment facilitate engagement?
Read MoreListen to the first Deb Talk of the year as Deb goes through what we believe will be the main design trends for aged care facilities in 2022 and beyond.
Read MoreWhat is the day again? Things are starting to take a turn for the hilarious with the de Fiddes quaranteam. After weeks working from home, it's time to put some measures in places to keep our routines fresh.
From cooking a new recipe each night, jigsaw puzzles and morning meditation, we have rounded up ways to keep sane and positive during this strange time!
Maintaining connections with others is so important in aged care facilities; with isolation being one of the biggest challenges facing the industry today.
French designer Eva Rielland has come up with a unique way to help people stay up to date with new technologies and in contact with loved ones, which has really got us intrigued!
Designed to relieve the anxiety around learning a new system, Objects of Another Age incorporate minimalism and function.
Excess sounds in the environment can have a negative impact on a person living with dementia. It may be confusing, overwhelming and frustrating when sounds are loud, undecipherable or constant.
So when we found these gorgeous sound absorbing room dividers called Soundsticks by designer Andrea Ruggiero. We were so excited!
Recyclable, 100% no waste design, soft to touch and a sustainable product!
Music to our ears!
Our theme this month ‘inclusive design’ we believe is very appropriate and in line with the new standards that commenced 1 July. The Guidance and Resource book talks about inclusion and the word inclusive is used throughout.
Read MoreI’m sure all of you know of Bernard Salt and recently I read an article he wrote on the future of aged care design. I’m always fascinated with his findings and observations and I truly believe his messages are right on the money!
Read MoreWe decided to end our design section this year with a recap of the most sought after products shown throughout the year. Click read more to view our top 5 products in order of popularity.
Read MoreCreativity can be found everywhere. Even in a library through the placement of book spines to create an image!
We always strive to include libraries and or reading nooks in each project for those to enjoy some time away to relax with a good book!
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