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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December brings with it festive feelings. Whether its catching up with family, carols, picnics in the park or fish and chips at the beach, everyone does the silly season differently – none more so than our amazing team!We asked everyone for their Christmas Traditions and weren’t disappointed with their fun and jolly answers!
Read MoreEmotional Support is critical for all of us. One of our most basic needs as human beings is connection with other people and we know that when you enter residential aged care quite often that connection is limited.
Recently we were sent some information on a wonderful sensory device called HUG by LAUGH® We all know how important it is to receive a hug and how that makes you feel.
Read MoreWith the growing numbers of people living with dementia, it is anticipated we will see increased Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia or BPSD.
Read MoreCan you believe it is November!? It has been an incredible year for us all here at de Fiddes Design and whilst it is not over just yet we have certainly packed a lot into 2019. The team have been busy working away on several new projects which we are very excited to unveil in the new year.
Read MoreHow divine is this handcrafted piece as part of 'Unravelling the Alchemy' a local exhibition now showing at The Goods Shed, Claremont. The alchemy of weaving draws on complex harvesting, preparation and making techniques that are practiced daily and communally in Milingimbi.
The new Quay Perth is a stunning example as we witness an abundance of newly refurbished spaces popping up throughout the Perth precinct.
Read MoreThis week the team attended a fantastic presentation by world renowned dementia design expert, Mary Marshall. It was a terrific opportunity to discuss dementia design with Mary and encouraging to see de Fiddes philosophy aligns with international best practice.
Read MoreContinuing on with our theme this month, we have seen a large increase in refurbishments of existing facilities as a result of the new standards (particularly standard 5). There are many aspects to take into consideration and the right changes can make a remarkable difference to the lives of residents, family and staff.
Read MoreI recently had the privilege of working with several experts in aged care environments from all over the world in a research study. I was humbled by the breadth of their knowledge and willingness to share their views on a selection of environment assessment tools in the context of refurbishing residential aged care facilities.
Read MoreWhat an exciting month it has been! Not only have we been published in the journal of Aging and Social Change: Designing for Dementia but also being interviewed for the Home Journal Asia Magazine for our project we are working on in Hong Kong.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to let you know that we have officially been published in the journal of Aging and Social Change!
Read MoreCombining evidence based research and clinical input from allied health professionals has enabled Western Australian furniture manufacturer Torrance and McKenna to develop a premium lounge chair called the Brighton.
Read MoreBeautiful textures, fascinating sensory sculptures and rich colours were on display at this year's Shanghai trade fairs! We can't wait to get our hands on some of the many exciting new pieces on offer.
Read MoreMake a statement with textiles!
Judit Just is a tapestry artist from Barcelona who explores tactile textiles in her stunning collection of wall hangings.
Read Morede Fiddes was thrilled to be invited to join Curtin University in a bid for a Cooperative Research Centre. We attended the first workshop, joining approximately 10 other organisations, on 6th August and met the CRC bid partners from Queensland.
Read MoreSensory enriched environments are familiar to many aged care organisations with some providing sensorial specific rooms using concepts similar to Snoezelen. However, is there too much emphasis on visual stimulation and high technology equipment in these rooms? A fascinating study shows there is more to flashing lights to provide meaningful sensory input.
Read MoreThis month we explore textural textiles and who better to interview than the much loved illustrator and textile artist, Ruth de Vos. A Western Australian local, Ruth’s talent with both pencil and stitch is breathtaking as she interprets the beautiful moments of small children and their surroundings.
As designers we are always seeking great spaces that demonstrate a new or innovative approach. Singapore’s Enabling Village located in Redhill does just that being both a park destination and part of the neighbourhoods daily commute network.
Read MoreTravel seems to feature highly in this month’s newsletter. Samantha is off in September to present The E’s in Research – Expertise and E-Delphi at the Aging and Social Change 9th Conference in Vienna. Needless to say we are all volunteering to carry her luggage! So good luck Sam and stay tuned for an update for when she gets back.
Also Erin, Kathryn and Christine have just come back from Sydney after visiting the Interface factory.
Read MorePoor design is a barrier to accessing products and services for at least five million Australians! A body of work by the Centre for Inclusive Design has resulted in a resource called The Benefit of Designing for Everyone.
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