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MBA National Lifestyle Housing for Seniors Award 2007 - Results
Results of the Master Builders Australia 2007 National Lifestyle Housing for Seniors Award.
Master Builders Australia, in conjunction with the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, announced the 2007 winners of the National Lifestyle Housing for Seniors Awards at the Master Builders’ National Awards for Excellence in Building at the Gold Coast Convention Centre on Saturday 10 November 2007.
National Award for Lifestyle Housing for Seniors – Purpose Built Dwelling –10 units and under - Vogue Constructions Pty Ltd (ACT)
This dual occupancy project is a perfect example of adaptable housing that can evolve as the owner ages and accessibility needs increase. The builder has put extensive effort into providing excellent access around the building. Each bathroom has wall mounted vanity basins to allow for wheelchair accessibility.Emergency call buttons were also installed. The kitchens were constructed with variable height benches, both for the sink and cooktop. This allows the food preparation areas to be adjusted to suit either an able or wheelchair bound person.
National Award for Lifestyle Housing for Seniors – Best Value for Money – Queensland Project Development (QLD)
The design comprises two bedroom units grouped in buildings of four units per block. All pathways follow the contours of the land to provide stepless thresholds. The complex is protected by security fences and gates. With the facilities provided within the complex, it was considered by the judges that this project offered fantastic value for money for the occupants.National Award for Lifestyle Housing for Seniors – Purpose Built Dwelling – over 10 units - Gallacher Constructions Pty Ltd (WA)
Bethanie Waters comprises 166 independent living units, community clubhouse, residents workshop and adult day care centre. Each unit consists of two bedrooms and study or sewing room, ensuite bathroom and additional separate powder room, gas instantaneous hot water systems, security, double garage with remote control door and store room, large fully appointed kitchen and private courtyard and patio area.The design incorporates many adaptable features. Slip and trip hazards have also been eliminated. A clubhouse exclusively for residents is the centrepiece of the village.
National Award for Lifestyle Housing for Seniors – Purpose Built Dwelling – multi unit (multi storey) - Capezio & Co Pty Ltd & Goodwin Aged Care Services (ACT)
This complex consists of apartments which provide mature aged people with an independent lifestyle in a supportive environment. The project exhibits the latest interpretation of quality aged care residential design and construction with built-in options for adaptability.The external architecture of the building displays modern design, with minimal maintenance required to the external façade. Particular emphasis has been placed on modern technology and systems including security and access control, communications and lift access.
The building comprises a basement carpark and four levels of individual apartments. The external areas provide for low maintenance gardens and easy access walkways.
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