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 MoreWatch part 2 of our DEB Talk interview with David Engwicht! Watch as Debbie and David talk about the holistic approach to projects and what role staff and visitors need to play in creating more attractive choices for residents. Plus lots, lots more. Don’t miss it!
Read MoreWe all know there are nurse shortages in Aged Care, and so we were inspired by a government run initiative in Switzerland called ‘Time Banking’. Volunteers “deposit” hours worked looking after elderly people. In return they can use time saved up for their own care later in life. Read more here.
Read MoreLast month we talked about stimulation and creating indoor spaces with purpose. This month, thanks to our guest on DEB Talks, David Engwicht, we are talking about outdoor spaces with purpose! This month we are entranced by Civosity Park – this is the formal name of David’s own private front garden, turned public space. Complete with public library, generously donated sculptures and artworks, recliners and deck chairs, a play café, rocking horses and toys.
Read MoreNestled at the centre of multiple apartment buildings, this is a public Dementia Friendly Sensory Garden in Port Macquarie NSW. The garden is filled with high blooming flowers, sculptures, pick and sniff herbs, textures, pebbles, benches with sandpits and a bubbling brook.
Read MoreSumming up the year in true Deb Talks fashion!
Listen to Deb as she imparts some wise words regarding inclusivity and who has the responsibility to include the elderly in our communities.
As we say goodbye to 2021, she leaves you with a great parting message – but you will have to listen to find out! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all the de Fiddes team!
Read MoreThe bushfires across Australia are having a devastating impact on our native animals. Help out those in need by putting your crafting and sewing skills to good use. Not-for-profit group the Animal Rescue Collective Craft Guild has sewing projects for every skill level.
We are proud to be currently working with local manufacturer Torrance and McKenna to produce much needed Joey pouches.
Read MoreWhile giving back to the community is important all year round, Christmas is the season of giving, and so it is important to make an extra effort to help those in need.
Whether it’s through donations, supporting someone that will be alone, or putting in some volunteer work. Giving some of your time or money during the holidays can make an incredible difference in someone else’s life. We asked our amazing team at de Fiddes Design Perth how they give back during the festive season, and were excited to see that they are gorgeous individuals so full of love and inspiration!
I’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!
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