Nursing homes in Australia are often the topic of news and current event shows were concentration is on the negative elements that occasionally arise. But in most cases the thought and consideration that goes into creating a treatment residence is extensive and focussed on the needs of its elderly residents. As nursing house architects Antonius and Associates know that the needs of these elderly residents need to be considered from the moment of inception to the moment of completion.
Antonius and Associates are extensively experienced treatment residence architects and have often been selected as the architects of choice after highly competitive tendering processes. They are the architects behind the Raymond Terrace nursing home and the Kelly ville treatment residence – two Sydney nursing house that combine practicality with beauty to create a living space that would please anyone.
As the architects of choice on the Raymond Terrace nursing house Antonius and Associates were confined by budget. But their creativity, architectural knowledge and client focus meant that they were able to create an innovative building that included a series of courtyards, allowing each living space to have an outlook onto the gardens. On completion the nursing house the architects were commended for their work by the nursing staff and the NSW Health Inspectors.
The 250 beds at Kellyville treatment residence was also a great achievement for the nursing house architects at Antonius and Associates. With a brief to complement and conserve the surrounding nature the professional architects designed the three story building and landscaped courtyards in a way that created a sense of home in a beautifully natural area. The incorporation of balconies not only allowed residents to enjoy the outdoors, but added a contemporary aesthetic to the structure.
As professional and experienced nursing house architects Antonius and Associates understand that it is their job to know the needs of their clients and the future residents of the treatment residence. This means creating an environment that is easily accessible, includes appropriate safety precautions (handrails, ramps, correct flooring), is heated and cooled to the needs of the residents and many other health and safety requirements.